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“I observed the same when I recently visited Guledgudda, a small but historically rich oasis of fabric in Karnataka, where the art of the centuries old weave “KHUN” has been close to death. It is difficult to find weavers of original Khun and those who are left must be respected and preserved to safeguard its continuity. The few surviving weavers of KHUN are now reduced to producing mixed textiles or power loom weaves.  I have adopted 40 looms in the village to make sure that the weavers have a fixed income coming to them so that they and this beautiful weave can survive.”  – Designer Vaishali S.