The Himachal Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board (HPKVIB) operates 14 wool carding plants across various tribal and non-tribal areas to assist rural artisans in processing raw wool for traditional weaving and handicraft purposes.
These units provide essential support in cleaning, disentangling, and preparing wool for further use in handloom and small-scale industry.
Locations
| Location | District | Area Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pooh | Kinnaur | Tribal |
| Katgaon | Kinnaur | Tribal |
| Bhawanagar | Kinnaur | Tribal |
| Sangla | Kinnaur | Tribal |
| Udaipur | Lahaul & Spiti | Tribal |
| Kaza | Lahaul & Spiti | Tribal |
| Holi | Chamba | Tribal |
| Lahal | Chamba | Under Construction |
| Killar | Chamba | Tribal |
| Jeori | Shimla | Non-Tribal |
| Paprola | Kangra | Non-Tribal |
Benefits
- Improves quality and market value of wool products
- Supports tribal artisans and SHGs
- Generates income through processing fees
For support, contact your District Development Officer or visit the Contact Page.