The Ministry of Textiles announced signing MoUs with 15 states during the ‘National Textiles Ministers’ Conference’ in Guwahati. These agreements are part of the Tex-RAMPS scheme, focusing on enhancing textile-related statistical products and research. The MoUs aim to strengthen textile data systems across States and Union Territories, fostering integrated planning for key sectors like handlooms, handicrafts, and technical textiles.
The Tex-RAMPS scheme also includes financial support, with a yearly grant of Rs 12 lakh to each state/UT. Additionally, an extra grant of Rs 1 lakh per year per district will be allocated based on specific district action plans. The initiative emphasizes cooperative federalism and aims to bridge data gaps for a $350 billion industry, providing real-time insights for growth.
Union Minister for Textiles, Giriraj Singh, highlighted the government’s efforts to harmonize production, exports, and sustainability in the textile sector. The conference seeks to promote innovation and idea sharing to strengthen India’s textile industry. Singh urged textile ministers to create investor-friendly policies and attract more investments at the state level to drive sector growth.
Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, expressed pride in hosting the National Textiles Ministers’ Conference in Guwahati. The event aims to collaborate on a roadmap for the textile sector’s development, facilitating the industry’s global expansion through dialogue and coordination between the Centre and State governments.
