March 5, 2026
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NICDC–MoT Push PPP Model For PM MITRA Parks

The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), in association with the Ministry of Textiles (MoT), held a stakeholder consultation with prospective master developers to explore collaboration opportunities under the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model for the development of PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) parks. Conducted under
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Ministry Of Textiles Ends 2025 On Strong Note With Export Growth, Reforms And Infra Push

The Ministry of Textiles closed 2025 on a strong note, reporting significant progress across infrastructure creation, exports, farmer support, skilling and regulatory reforms, reinforcing India’s position as a global textile powerhouse. Textile and apparel exports rose to US$ 37.8 billion in 2024–25, registering 5% growth and generating a robust trade surplus of US$ 28.2
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Textile Ministry Holds First Coordination Committee Meeting Of Textile Research Associations

The Ministry of Textiles convened the first Coordination Committee Meeting of Textile Research Associations (TRAs) at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, in the presence of Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh, Secretary (Textiles) Neelam Shami Rao and senior officials of the ministry. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among Textile Research Associations to
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Union Textiles Minister Visits NITRA, Reviews Breakthrough Milkweed Fibre Research

Hon’ble Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, visited NITRA, Ghaziabad to inspect the ongoing Milkweed (Aak) cultivation fields. NITRA’s research on Milkweed fibre known for being heat-resistant, lightweight and eco-friendly is emerging as a promising breakthrough for the textile industry. Led by NITRA’s Director General, Dr. M.S. Parmar, the project brings together
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Government Clears Rs 305-Crore ‘Tex-RAMPS’ Scheme To Boost Research, Innovation In Textile Sector

The Government of India has approved the Rs 305-crore Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS) Scheme, a major initiative aimed at strengthening research, innovation and global competitiveness in the textile industry. Announced on 27 November 2025, the scheme will be implemented as a fully funded Central Sector programme by the