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The National Textiles Ministers’ Conference, organized by the Ministry of Textiles, commenced in Guwahati with the aim of creating a robust roadmap for making India a global textile hub. Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, emphasized harmonizing production, exports, and sustainability, while advocating for investor-friendly policies at the state
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The Ministry of Textiles has reported significant progress in several key areas for the year 2025, including infrastructure developments under the PM MITRA scheme, a notable increase in textile exports, and advancements in various sectors like cotton and wool. The year also saw the successful hosting of Bharat Tex 2025,
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Efforts by the Indian government have significantly bolstered the competitiveness of the textile industry. Initiatives like the PM MITRA Parks Scheme and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme are key drivers behind the recent surge in exports, which grew by 5.2% in FY 2024-25. A robust domestic raw material
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The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) partnered with the Ministry of Textiles to hold a stakeholder consultation for the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks. This initiative aims to promote partnership opportunities under the PPP model for the parks' development and operation across India.
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The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, held a stakeholder consultation to advance the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks. These parks, planned under the public-private partnership (PPP) model, aim to establish robust, market-oriented frameworks and globally integrated textile
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The Ministry of Textiles has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of India's textile industry both domestically and internationally. These initiatives include the PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Parks Scheme and the Production Linked Incentive Scheme to promote large-scale manufacturing. Additionally, strategies
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India stands as the sixth largest global exporter of textiles, with exports reaching USD 37.75 billion in the fiscal year 2024–25. The country is recognized for its diverse textile value chain and is seen as a reliable supplier across over 200 markets. The Indian government has embarked on
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The Ministry of Textiles in India has introduced several strategies to stabilize cotton prices and shield textile sectors from global price volatility. Key measures include the elimination of an 11% import duty on cotton until the end of 2025, and the implementation of Minimum Support Prices (MSP) to safeguard farmers.
Viscose Staple Fibre
The Central Government has rescinded the Quality Control Order (QCO) for Viscose Staple Fibre (VSF) to enhance raw material accessibility and support growth in the textile industry. This decision, made after consultations with the Bureau of Indian Standards and industry stakeholders, aims to address supply constraints and reduce costs for
World Cotton Day
The Ministry of Textiles celebrated World Cotton Day 2025 in New Delhi, emphasizing the importance of cotton in Indian agriculture and the government's commitment to achieving a USD 350 billion textile sector by 2030, including USD 100 billion in exports. Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh highlighted the need
Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of OC Oerlikon Textile Holding AG and Oerlikon Textile Inc. by Rieter Holding AG and Rieter North America Inc. This acquisition grants Rieter sole control over the Targets, which are manufacturers of spinning systems, texturing machines, and non-woven solutions. Rieter, based
Dhar
In his speech at the launch of development works in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of women's health and empowerment, the significance of the new Integrated Textile Park, and the government's commitment to poverty alleviation and national pride. He called for a