Govt Unveils Major Textile Reforms to Boost Manufacturing, Exports
New Delhi – In a significant push to position India as a global textile powerhouse, the
government has introduced a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening the sector’s
manufacturing capabilities, attracting investments, and generating employment.
PM MITRA Parks to Drive Industrial Growth
The PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks Scheme will establish seven modern textile parks across Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra. With an investment of ₹4,445 crore over seven years, these parks will provide world-class infrastructure to promote integrated textile value chains.
PLI Scheme to Boost MMF & Technical Textiles
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme focuses on Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel and technical textiles, encouraging large-scale investments in this high-growth segment to enhance global competitiveness.
R&D and Skill Development Get a Push
The National Technical Textiles Mission aims to drive innovation, research, and market
expansion, while the SAMARTH scheme will provide skill training tailored to industry
needs. The Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS) will also support modernization efforts with capital subsidies for advanced textile machinery.
Support for Traditional Sectors
The Silk Samagra-2 scheme seeks to boost India’s silk production, while handloom and
handicraft sectors will benefit from dedicated funding under the National Handloom and Handicraft Development Programmes. These schemes will provide artisans with marketing
support, technology access, and direct financial benefits. With these strategic interventions, the government aims to revitalize India’s textile industry, create jobs, and enhance global exports, reinforcing the sector’s role as a key driver of economic growth.