India's Textile Industry
Structure and Global Competitiveness
India is the world's second-largest textile producer (after China) and sixth-largest exporter of textiles and apparel. The sector contributes ~2.3% of GDP, ~13% of industrial production, and ~12% of merchandise export earnings. India's competitive strengths lie in cotton yarn, natural fibres, and technical textiles. Weaknesses include fragmented manufacturing (large MSME base), higher labour costs than Bangladesh, and lower compliance with synthetic-fibre standards demanded by fast fashion buyers.
- India's textile exports: ~USD 35 billion (2024–25)
- Employment: 45 million direct + 100 million indirect
- India's US textile exports: ~USD 9–10 billion annually
- Bangladesh's US garment exports: ~USD 7.3 billion annually; ~75% cotton-based
- Key competitors in US market: Bangladesh, Vietnam, China, Pakistan, Cambodia
- India's strength: Cotton yarn, linen, silk, technical textiles, home furnishings
- India's weakness: Synthetic textiles (polyester apparel) — dominated by China, Vietnam
● Tracked since February 01, 2026 · last seen June 24, 2026 · updates as the daily brief publishes
24 Jun '26
India targets $100 billion textile exports by 2030, focus on sustainability, FTAs
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20 Mar '26
With cost of inputs rising and exports disrupted, textile units in Perambalur take a hit
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