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ANTI-BACTERIAL FABRIC        

27th November, 2021 Science and Technology

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  • Union Minister for MSME Narayana Rane launched the unique anti-bacterial fabric developed by Kumarappa National Handmade Paper Institute, Jaipur, under Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC).

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  • The fabric is treated with anti-bacterial agent extracted from cow dung which prevents bacterial growth in the fabric.
  • This innovative fabric could be great use in hospitals and other medical facilities.

https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1775397