The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (Texprocil) marked a historic milestone, celebrating its 70th Anniversary with a grand awards function held at the JW Marriott, Sahar in Mumbai. The event, which highlighted the remarkable achievements in the textile sector and the pivotal role played by Texprocil, was graced by the Hon. Governor of Maharashtra, H.E. Shri C P Radhakrishnan as the Chief Guest.
As part of the celebrations, the prestigious “Vastra Ratna” Awards were conferred upon 9 distinguished companies for their outstanding contributions to India’s cotton textile industry. These awards honour companies that have set new benchmarks in export excellence, innovation and sustainability driving the growth of India’s textile sector on the global stage.
In his keynote address, the Hon. Governor of Maharashtra lauded the Council’s seven decades of dedicated service to the nation’s textile industry. He emphasized the sector’s significant role in India’s economic growth and export prowess, while commending the award recipients for their leadership and commitment to excellence.
Shri Sunil Patwari, Chairman of Texprocil, expressed honor and pride in the Council’s legacy, stating, “For 70 years, Texprocil has been at the forefront of promoting Indian cotton textiles globally. The ‘Vastra Ratna’ awardees exemplify the spirit of innovation and dedication that has propelled India to become one of the world’s leading textile exporters.”
The event also featured the release of a Commemorative Souvenir and a film that reflected on the Council’s journey over the past seven decades, with a focus on the future vision for the industry amidst evolving global challenges and opportunities.
The 70th Anniversary celebrations and awards function stand as a testament to the continued efforts of Texprocil in supporting and promoting Indian cotton textiles, ensuring the sector remains a key pillar of the country’s export economy.
