
New Delhi, India – HimGra®, an innovative sustainable fiber by Dev Ethical Sustainable Crafts and Textiles, Uttarakhand (DESCATUK), has been invited by FICCI and DPIIT to participate in Startup Mahakumbh 2025. Scheduled from April 3-5, 2025, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, this prestigious event marks a significant milestone in sustainable fashion.
HimGra® stands out as a zero-cultivation, carbon-neutral fiber, created using patent-applied, waterless mechanical fiber extraction. Recognized for its sustainable impact and rural empowerment, HimGra® has earned accolades from the Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge and support from IIT Mandi Catalyst and Fashion for Good.
At the event, HimGra® will unveil its latest collection of fibers, yarns, and luxury fabrics designed for apparel, home textiles, knits, and denim. The showcase will also celebrate the official launch of HimGra®’s commercial cultivation, empowering Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Uttarakhand and promoting climate-resilient livelihoods.
Key Highlights at Startup Mahakumbh 2025:
- Innovative Showcase: HimGra®’s fiber-to-fashion solutions.
- Sustainability Leadership: Winner of the Textile Innovation Challenge by the Ministry of Textiles and the Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge.
- Rural Empowerment: Advancing sustainable livelihoods through commercial cultivation in Uttarakhand.
K D Sharma, Co-Founder and Director of DESCATUK, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Being part of Startup Mahakumbh 2025 is an honor. HimGra® is not just an innovation; it’s a movement towards ethical fashion. This platform will help us connect with industry leaders, investors, and policymakers to further our mission of transforming the textile sector.”

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About DESCATUK
Dev Ethical Sustainable Crafts and Textiles, Uttarakhand (DESCATUK), is a DIPP-recognized startup dedicated to sustainable textile innovation. Through its flagship HimGra® fiber, DESCATUK is committed to zero-carbon solutions, ethical manufacturing, and empowering rural communities.
Contact Details:
- Email: devtextileservices@gmail.com
- Phone: +91 9815834668
- Website: www.descatuk.com