Bachchan Singh Rawat, a resident of Dehradun, made a daring choice that altered his life thirteen years ago. Driven by a desire to create jobs for hill communities and promote naturally crafted textiles, Rawat resigned from his secure government job to step into textile production.

What came next was an incredible journey based on resiliency, unwavering belief, and local heritage.

Rawat began manufacturing textiles using wool and fibres sourced from Himalayan plants such as Kandali (scorpion grass) and hemp. Villagers in Chamoli district supply the raw materials, helping sustain traditional livelihoods.

Speaking about his early inspiration, Rawat said, "Before starting this work, I used to do a government job. While working in that job...specifically in the department I was in, there wa

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