RSWM Is Leading The Charge Towards A Sustainable Textile Future: Rajeev Gupta
At Bharat Tex 2025, Rajeev Gupta, Joint Managing Director of RSWM Ltd., shared insights on the company’s sustainable vision and its commitment to environmental responsibility. According to Gupta, RSWM, a leader in the textile industry, has integrated sustainability into its core philosophy which is deeply rooted in the concept of Panchtatva—the five elements derived from Hindu mythology: Fire, Earth, Water, Air and Space.
“Panchtatva is about understanding the responsibility we have towards our planet. Whatever we take from Mother Earth, we must give it back,” Gupta stated, emphasizing that this principle guides RSWM’s operations, especially in its commitment to sustainability.
At Bharat Tex 2025, RSWM showcased its strengths in yarn, melange yarn, knitting and dyeing. The exhibition facilitated the company to highlight new product categories and demonstrate its ongoing growth. “We are here to tell our story, focusing on sustainability, product development and expansion,” said Gupta.
Gupta also emphasized the growing significance of Bharat Tex as a platform that unites all sectors of the textile industry. “Bharat Tex has become a vital space where everyone, from machinery suppliers to garment manufacturers and the ultimate customers gather. It’s where we can collectively shape the future of the industry,” Gupta added.
Gupta reflected on Bharat Tex’s role in shaping the future of both the Indian and global textile industries. “India is a US$ 184 billion textile market, with expectations to grow to $350 billion by 2030,” he noted. RSWM views Bharat Tex as a crucial platform to demonstrate its capabilities and leverage government’s support for growtth.
Gupta also praised the government’s initiatives, including increased textile budget allocations and import duties on fabric, which further strengthen Indian textile industry’s potential. “This event brings together not just entrepreneurs and government officials but also foreign delegates and key players from both the backward and forward supply chain,” he said, underscoring the importance of these global collaborations.
On the global stage, Gupta sees both challenges and opportunities. While India faces stiff competition from Bangladesh, which enjoys duty-free access to certain markets, Gupta believes India has the potential to capitalize on changing dynamics. “As Bangladesh stabilizes, buyers are considering ‘Bangladesh plus one’ in their sourcing strategies. India must position itself as a strong alternative,” he said.
Gupta remains optimistic about India’s role in the global textile supply chain, noting that India is already a significant player in segments like home textiles and denim. “India is equipped with the best spinning, weaving and knitting capabilities, and with the right focus, we will secure a larger share of the garmenting business,” he stated.
Sustainability, however, presents its own set of challenges, particularly in investment and waste management. Gupta stated that the unorganized waste collection process in India is a major hurdle. “The process of collecting recycled PET bottles, for example, involves many intermediaries, and contamination remains a significant issue,” he explained.
Despite these challenges, RSWM is actively working to address them. The company currently uses 20% green power and has set a target of 50% in the next five years. Additionally, RSWM is converting around 183 crore PET bottles annually into fibre, alongside transitioning from coal to biofuels in its boilers. “There is no plan B for sustainability. We are fully committed to making our planet better,” Gupta affirmed.
Gupta also shared his optimism about the future of Bharat Tex. “This year, we’re seeing greater international participation with the presence of foreign delegates and key industry stakeholders. Bharat Tex is becoming India’s international textile showcase,” he said. His enthusiasm for the event was evident, as he noted the high footfall on the first day, which offered RSWM valuable opportunities to connect with industry peers, customers, suppliers and government officials.
RSWM’s participation in Bharat Tex 2025 reflects the company’s enduring commitment to sustainability, growth and innovation within the textile industry. Gupta’s leadership and the company’s holistic approach to environmental responsibility position RSWM as a forward-thinking organization poised for success in the future in an ever-evolving global market.
