India’s
textile sector recorded 2.1% export growth in FY 2025–26
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India’s textile sector
recorded 2.1% export growth in FY 2025–26.
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Total exports reached
₹3,16,334.9 crore, up from ₹3,09,859 crore last year.
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The growth reflects
strong global demand and India’s competitive strength.
Ready-Made Garments (RMG)
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RMG was the largest contributor
to export growth.
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Exports increased from
₹1,35,427.6 crore to ₹1,39,349.6 crore.
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The segment recorded a
2.9% growth rate.
Significance
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RMG benefits from high
international demand.
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Supported by efficient
production capabilities.
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Highlights India’s strong
position in the global textile market.
Category-wise Performance of Textile
Exports
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The textile sector
demonstrated a mixed yet stable performance across various categories.
¨ Cotton yarn, fabrics, and
handloom products witnessed a marginal growth of 0.4%, reaching ₹1,02,399.7
crore.
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Man-made textiles
recorded a robust growth of 3.6%, rising to ₹42,687.8 crore.
¨ Furthermore, handicrafts
emerged as the fastest-growing category, registering a growth of 6.1% and
reaching ₹15,855.1 crore.
