The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nawanshahr (Langroya, SBS Nagar), under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, organized a one-day training programme on “Garment Enrichment of Clothes through Different Techniques” on 29th July 2025 at the KVK campus, Langroya. A total of 24 participants attended the training.

The training was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), PAU-KVK, Nawanshahr. Addressing the participants, he highlighted that garment enrichment not only enhances the visual appeal of clothing but also reflects one’s cultural identity and personal expression. He encouraged participants to utilize the skills learned during the training for income generation and self-employment, especially in rural areas. He also sensitized the participants to other household challenges, including pulse storage management and safe drinking water awareness, emphasizing the importance of adopting preventive practices and seeking guidance from KVKs. He assured participants of continued support from the KVK in their future entrepreneurial and livelihood-enhancing ventures.

Dr. Rajinder Kaur, Assistant Professor (Home Science), elaborated on the importance of garment enrichment techniques in adding both aesthetic and functional value to clothing. She explained that traditional techniques such as embroidery, fabric painting, block printing, and tie and dye can be used to create unique and personalized garments. These value addition techniques not only promote creativity and sustainability but also open avenues for small-scale entrepreneurship, particularly for women and members of self-help groups. Additionally, she also gave a demonstration about common rural household issues such as the spoilage of stored pulses due to insect infestation during the humid and rainy season, and the lack of awareness regarding water quality testing at the household level, As a part of the initiative to support rural households, PAU pulse protection kits and water testing kits were distributed among the participants to help them preserve food grains effectively and monitor the quality of their drinking water, encouraging them to take advantage of KVK trainings to improve both income and quality of life.

As part of the hands-on component of the training, Mrs. Renu Bala, Demonstrator (Home Science), delivered practical sessions on techniques such as crochet work and tie and dye. The interactive and practical sessions helped build participants’ confidence and enhanced their technical skills through direct engagement with tools, fabrics and designs.

The training concluded with enthusiastic participation and feedback from the attendees, who expressed keen interest in applying these techniques in their households and small businesses.