India seeks textile boost to capitalize on global shift

The Indian Texpreneurs Federation (ITF) has called on the government to support policy changes to help the country's textile and apparel sector capitalize on the global shift away from China. The sector currently exports $1.5 billion worth of apparel monthly, significantly less than China's $12 billion.

To bridge this gap, the ITF has proposed several strategies, including developing a "ready-to-cut dyed fabric" ecosystem to improve efficiency and cost-competitiveness. The federation also advocates for creating a more integrated manufacturing setup to handle large-scale apparel orders. Additionally, it suggests fostering partnerships with countries specializing in man-made fibers to boost India's market share in the US.

The ITF has submitted a detailed report outlining these recommendations to Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh, who has expressed support for boosting textile exports and improving cotton yield.

By implementing these measures, India aims to attract a larger share of the global apparel market and create more jobs in the textile sector.