Textile exports rise 1.8% to ₹3,25,339 crore in 2025–26

The MPs asked the Ministry of Textiles to detail measures taken to strengthen the global competitiveness of India's textile and apparel sector, address the impact of global trade disruptions, and support MSME exporters. The government replied with a statement outlining specific schemes, recent policy extensions, and trade agreements.

Asked by Shri Vivek Thakur and Shri Hasmukhbhai Somabhai Patel; Answered by the Ministry of Textiles (Minister Shri Giriraj Singh).

• India’s textile and apparel exports stood at ₹3,25,339 crore in 2025–26, a 1.8% increase over 2024–25.
• Implementation of schemes including PM MITRA Parks, PLI for Textiles, National Technical Textiles Mission, and SAMARTH.
• Extension of the RODTEP Scheme up to 30 September 2026.
• Temporary exemption from customs duty on cotton imports (Heading 5201) from 1 June to 31 October 2026.
• Temporary exemption from customs duties on key man-made fibre inputs like PTA and MEG.
• Rationalisation of GST rates to correct the inverted duty structure in the man-made fibre value chain.
• Launch of the RELIEF initiative to support exporters affected by geopolitical disruptions in West Asia and maritime logistics.
• Extension of the RoSCTL Scheme for six months up to 30 September 2026.
• Export-promotion strategy covering 40 priority countries.
• 16 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in force, including India-UK CETA; FTA negotiations with the EU concluded; FTA signed with New Zealand.

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