The Dhobhi trade is an essential domestic and commercial service that ensures proper cleaning, care, and maintenance of clothing and fabrics. Traditionally practiced using manual washing methods, the profession has evolved into a modern laundry and fabric-care industry offering specialized services.
SVSDB trains Dhobhis in advanced washing techniques, detergent chemistry, stain removal, fabric identification, machine operation, dry cleaning basics, steam ironing, and hygiene standards. Trainees also learn how to manage high-volume laundry for hotels, hospitals, restaurants, and institutions.
As the hospitality and healthcare sectors expand, skilled fabric-care professionals are in high demand. Dhobhis can set up modern laundry units, offer home pickup services, or operate self-service laundromats. SVSDB also teaches pricing, customer management, packaging, and business promotion techniques.
The Board’s mission is to empower traditional Dhobhi communities with modern equipment, professional skills, and entrepreneurship opportunities so they can expand from household-level services to commercial-scale operations.