India’s textile and apparel exports to the United States recorded a sharp decline in February, reflecting weak demand and intensifying competition from regional peers. Shipments from India fell 28.7% year-on-year, significantly underperforming compared to Bangladesh, which saw a 16.4% drop,
From Tariffs To Geopolitical Tensions: How Global Shocks Are Reshaping India’s Textile Manufacturing
India’s textile manufacturing sector is facing a convergence of global shocks, with tariffs weakening demand in key export markets while geopolitical tensions continue to push up input and logistics costs. However, the current environment is accelerating a shift toward more agile, tech-enabled manufacturing, where data-driven production, faster turnaround times, and supply














