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The Ministry of Textiles today convened a wide-ranging consultative meeting with Micro, small and medium (MSME) textile exporters from across the textile and apparel value chain, chaired by the Union Minister of Textiles. This was the second such meeting, following the national-level consultation with leading exporters held on 13th August 2025.
The Additional Secretary (Textiles) and the Trade Advisor were also present during the deliberations. Opening the discussions, the Union Minister recalled that India’s textile sector—valued at USD 179 billion with exports of USD 37.75 billion—remains one of the proudest symbols of India’s economic strength and cultural heritage.
Contributing nearly 2% to GDP, the sector sustains India’s position as the 6th largest exporter globally with a 4.1% share in world trade. With exports to over 220 countries and more than 520 districts actively engaged, Indian textiles embody the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and the timeless spirit of Swadeshi.
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