In a move aimed at promoting traditional attire and supporting the State-run Khadi and Village Industries Board, the Karnataka government has advised its employees to wear khadi on the first Saturday every month. Shadakshari and officials of the Khadi and Village Industries Board. He said government employees would be required to purchase khadi garments only from government-run outlets. As per the decision, male employees can wear khadi shirts and trousers or overcoats, while women can opt for khadi or khadi silk saris, or khadi churidars. Alongside the promotion of khadi, the meeting also discussed various other welfare measures for employees.