The Textile Ministry is adopting a comprehensive strategy to enhance India’s standing in the global textile industry.
One of its flagship initiatives includes the organization of the second edition of Bharat Tex, a global textile mega event. Scheduled for February 2025, this event is organized by 11 Textile Export Promotion Councils (TEPCs). It will take place at two venues; ITPO (Bharat Mandapam), Pragati Maidan, from February 14-17, and the India Expo Centre and Mart, Greater Noida, from February 12-15. This event is poised to solidify its place as a major highlight on the international textile calendar.
In line with efforts to promote Indian cotton globally, the ministry has introduced the Kasturi Cotton Bharat initiative, supported by a Rs 30 crore budget. Emphasizing certification, branding, and traceability of premium Indian cotton, this initiative is implemented through a partnership between the government, trade bodies, and industry stakeholders.
For the wool sector, the ministry launched the Integrated Wool Development Program (IWDP) with a financial outlay of Rs 126 crore for FY 2021-26. The program aims to foster holistic growth in the sector. Additionally, the ministry also allocated Rs 46.44 crore to 51 handloom clusters under the Small Cluster Development Program to benefit artisans nationwide. Dedicated to showcasing Indian craftsmanship, the indiahandmade.com e-commerce portal has been expanded significantly to offer over 9,400 products from 1,722 sellers.
Further to strengthen India’s textile infrastructure, the ministry approved the establishment of seven PM MITRA Parks across Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra. To be developed with an outlay of Rs 4,445 crore through 2027-28, these parks aim to attract investments and provide world-class infrastructure, including plug-and-play facilities. MoUs worth Rs 18,500 crore have already been signed for the project, with 100 per cent of the required land also been acquired.
This multi-dimensional approach underscores India’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness in textiles.
