In view of the huge potential of employment generation and foreign exchange earnings, Darshana Jardosh, Minister of State for Textiles said the apparel and textile industry is a priority and the Union Government is fully committed to establishing a modern, dynamic, integrated and world-class textile sector under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
She was addressing apparel manufacturers at the inauguration of the 68th India International Garment Fair (IIGF) at India Export Mart, Greater Noida. The sourcing event is being organised from 7th to 9th February by International Garment Fair Association wherein around 250 exhibitors are showcasing their products for the Autumn/Winter 2023-24 season.
India’s annual textile and apparel export stood at US $ 44.4 billion in FY 2022 with an increase of 41 per cent compared to last year, she added and also said India is the second largest textile and clothing exporter in the world.
The Minister urged the apparel manufacturers and exporters to place an emphasis on innovation and quality by matching with the latest fashion trends and assured support from the Government for the development and expansion of the apparel industry.
Lalit Thukral, Chairman, International Garment Fair Association (IGFA) and President, Noida Apparel Export Cluster (NAEC) said that Noida is an important apparel hub from where the current annual apparel export is around Rs. 40,000 crore which would be approximately Rs. 60,000 crore in coming years.
