The Government of Rajasthan has inaugurated a state-level, dedicated textile cell designed to serve as a catalyst for industrial modernization and international market expansion. This initiative is a core component of the state’s efforts to implement the Rajasthan Textile and Apparel Policy-2025, which classifies textiles as a critical thrust sector. Neelabh Saxena, Industry and Commerce Commissioner, confirms, the cell will function as a centralized hub for market intelligence, technology dissemination, and bottleneck resolution. By conducting multi-pronged outreach - ranging from industrial site visits to benchmarking against global textile centers - the cell aims to streamline operations for the state’s 1,800-plus active textile and apparel units.
Targeting value-added export expansion
Rajasthan currently contributes approximately Rs 13,500 crore to the state’s total export basket, representing a significant 13 per cent share. With the state government setting an ambitious goal to triple or quadruple this export figure, the new cell is prioritizing the integration of high-value manufacturing and sustainable production methods. The strategy involves identifying potential in 11 districts, including champion hubs like Bhilwara, Jaipur, and Jodhpur, while integrating four aspirational districts into the broader value chain. This institutional support arrives as the state prepares to host an international textile summit in October 2026, intended to foster strategic partnerships and attract capital investment. By transitioning focus from raw fiber production to finished, innovation-led goods, Rajasthan aims to boost its position as a globally competitive textile destination.
Fostering integrated industrial ecosystems
The Rajasthan textile sector encompasses a diverse value chain, spanning world-renowned wool production, cotton cultivation, and traditional hand block printing. Key focus areas include scaling export volumes, enhancing technological capabilities through the Rajasthan Textile and Apparel Policy-2025, and fostering integrated industrial ecosystems to drive long-term economic prosperity and employment generation.
