Mumbai, Dec. 12 -- The Government is advancing India's textile sector through initiatives like the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) with a Rs.1,480 crore outlay, fostering innovation via the GREAT Scheme that funds start-ups up to Rs.50 lakh each, alongside 35 promotional events to boost market awareness. Complementary schemes under Startup India and skilling under SAMARTH have strengthened entrepreneurship and trained 5.4 lakh beneficiaries across the textile value chain.

To enhance exports and competitiveness, seven PM MITRA Parks are being developed across key states to create integrated infrastructure and cut logistics costs. Despite a 1.8% dip in exports during April-October 2025, India's textile and apparel exports touche...