Kumar, who started her career in 1969 and has great understanding of ancient designs and the innovative use of traditional crafts, says the designers are using their platform to raise awareness.

Asked if Indian fashion industry is all about style and no substance, Kumar told IANS over e-mail: “No, this is far from true.

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She said, “Designers nowadays use their platform to discuss or raise awareness about issues like the dying of handicrafts or the need to use organic fabrics, and because of their reach this can make a great difference IANS