Bharat Tex 2025 launched with great success at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with a visit from the Hon’ble Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State for Textiles Shri Pabitra Margherita, Secretary of Textiles Smt Neelam Shami Rao, and other distinguished guests. The highly anticipated event, uniting key players from the textile industry, began with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and global collaborations.
With over 120 countries, 33 international trade associations, and 46 leading global brands in attendance, Bharat Tex 2025 highlighted India’s growing prominence in the global textile supply chain. Key discussions at the event have covered a range of topics, including sustainable manufacturing, trade expansion, digital transformation, and startup-driven growth. The involvement of textile-producing states like Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu further showcased the diversity and regional strength of India’s textile sector.
Celebrating India’s Textile Heritage
Bharat Tex 2025 opened with an impressive display of India’s rich textile traditions, featuring live demonstrations by artisans and weavers from across the country. Traditional crafts such as Banarasi weaving, Pashmina production, Kanjeevaram silk weaving, and Chikankari embroidery were presented, showcasing the intricate techniques and craftsmanship that highlight India’s deep-rooted textile heritage. These efforts underscored the importance of preserving these age-old traditions while integrating modern production methods to meet today’s market demands.
For many artisans and weavers, the event served as a platform to engage with global buyers, industry experts, and policymakers, opening new business opportunities. It also sparked discussions on how India’s handloom and handicraft industry can be positioned for sustainable growth and international expansion.
Startup Pavilion: Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Startup Pavilion became a key highlight on Day 1, highlighting India’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in textiles. The launch of Aavartan, a comprehensive directory of over 3,000 textile-related startups, underscored the sector’s increasing focus on technology and sustainability. The Sutradhar Pitch Fest, a “Shark Tank”-style investor pitch session, allowed young entrepreneurs to present their innovative ventures to potential investors. Startups in sustainable textiles, smart fabrics, digital fashion, and technical textiles were particularly engaging, signaling the sector’s readiness for new business models and technological advancements.
The Innovating for Tomorrow session, conducted by IIT Madras, provided deep insights into how startups are driving change in the textile industry through advances in fiber science, smart wearables, and AI-powered design.
Industry Dialogues and Knowledge Sharing
Day 1 saw numerous impactful knowledge sessions, panel discussions, and roundtables with government officials, industry leaders, and global experts. Key discussions included:
- How Can India Be a Stable Partner in an Uncertain World? – KPMG led a session on India’s potential as a resilient textile hub amid global uncertainties.
- Scaling Up Textile Manufacturing in India – Experts addressed challenges in infrastructure, technology adoption, and market expansion to boost India’s textile production.
- Unlocking the Employment Potential of Textiles – NITI Aayog and KPMG explored job creation and skill development initiatives to foster economic growth.
- Regional Focus: Africa – Discussions centered on expanding India’s textile trade in African markets and strengthening regional partnerships.
With 42 panel discussions, 26 masterclasses, 3 state sessions, and 1 workshop, Day 1 laid a solid foundation for further collaborations and strategic growth.
High-Level Discussions on Export Growth and Sustainability
Day 2 continued with an equally dynamic schedule, focusing on export growth, investment strategies, sustainability, and digital transformation. A highlight was the session India’s $100 Billion Exports Target: Transforming Vision into Reality, where experts discussed strategies to elevate India’s textile exports through trade agreements, logistics improvements, and market diversification.
The Scaling Up Textile Manufacturing in India session addressed ways to improve production while maintaining sustainability and meeting international standards. Government initiatives such as PM MITRA parks and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme were explored as vital steps to enhance India’s textile infrastructure.
Leadership Insights: Fireside Chat with Ms. Dipali Goenka
A major highlight of Day 2 was the Fireside Chat with Ms. Dipali Goenka, CEO & MD of Welspun Living Ltd., who shared valuable insights on leadership, sustainability, and the role of digital transformation in the textile industry. She emphasized the importance of adapting to market trends, ethical production practices, and resilience in the competitive global market.
Investment and Sustainability
The Investors’ Meet, organized by Gherzi, brought together key investors and textile sector leaders to explore funding opportunities, infrastructure development, and policy incentives aimed at boosting capital inflow into the sector. The day ended with the Innovation Challenge Felicitation Ceremony, where industry pioneers were recognized for their contributions to sustainable manufacturing, technical textiles, and digital fashion.
A Global Platform for Collaboration and Growth
Bharat Tex 2025 continues to serve as a premier international trade platform, with significant participation from delegates across Europe, America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Dedicated buyer-seller meetings, policy roundtables, and networking events are enhancing business engagements and solidifying India’s position as a preferred global sourcing hub.
With the first two impactful days completed, Bharat Tex 2025 has proven to be a pivotal event for fostering industry collaborations, driving innovation, and expanding global trade partnerships. Supported by major corporate players such as Aditya Birla, Reliance, Trident, Welspun, Arvind, Shahi, PDS, and Gokaldas, as well as key state governments, the event is set to propel India’s textile sector into new heights.
As the event progresses, it promises even more insightful discussions, impactful business partnerships, and strategic initiatives, ensuring India remains at the forefront of the global textile industry.