ITME Technical Awards 2025 Honour Leaders in Textile Engineering
The India International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) marked a major milestone for India’s textile engineering ecosystem with the successful hosting of the 3rd edition of the India ITME Technical Awards 2025 at a high-profile industry gathering in Mumbai.
The event brought together a distinguished cross-section of industry leaders, policymakers, technologists, academicians and innovators, highlighting the sector’s growing emphasis on technology-driven growth, skills development and advanced manufacturing.
The awards ceremony was led by Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman & Member of the Steering Committee, India ITME Society, and was graced by Ms. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, IA & AS, Chief Executive Officer, Khadi & Village Industries Commission, Government of India, reinforcing the national focus on innovation-led and inclusive growth across the textile value chain.
Leadership Voices Highlight Industry Transformation
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Ketan Sanghvi emphasized the rising quality and ambition reflected in this year’s award submissions, stating:
“The applications we received this year clearly reflect the bright future of India’s textile engineering industry. Young innovators are leading the way with fresh ideas, strong passion and a start-up mindset. At India ITME Society, we are proud to offer a platform that helps these innovative minds turn their dreams into reality.”
Highlighting the economic potential of traditional industries when aligned with modern technologies, Ms. Roop Rashi Mahapatra remarked:
“Khadi and traditional industries should not be seen with a philanthropic lens. They are powerful engines of growth. When tradition is combined with modern technology and design, it creates sustainable livelihoods, stronger enterprises and inclusive development across the value chain”.
Industry leaders echoed similar sentiments on the evolving demands of the textile sector. Mr. Neeraj Jain, Joint Managing Director, Vardhman Textiles, noted:
“With rapid shifts in cotton sourcing, fabric innovation and global demand, the textile industry needs sharper technical insights.”
Sharing a design-led perspective, Mr. Edward Menezes, Executive Chairman, Rossari Biotech Limited, said:
“My passion is to build a design-led company and marketplace that can stand on its own strength. While industry support from media, society, and exhibitions is important, true success comes from vision, consistency, and belief in the power of design.”
Speaking on the role of emerging technologies, Ms. Swati Pandey, VCMD, Maharashtra Airport Development Company, added:
“Technology alone will not take us to the next level. What we need is innovation, a new way of thinking, and the courage to break out of old patterns. Today, AI has become the third partner in our journey, helping industry move faster and smarter.”
Recognising Excellence Across Textile Engineering and Innovation
Supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, and the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, and powered by SBI, the India ITME Technical Awards 2025 recognised individuals, companies and students for outstanding contributions to textile engineering, sustainability, innovation and technical excellence.
The awards aim to foster continuous improvement, promote advanced technologies and encourage knowledge sharing across the textile and allied sectors.
Esteemed Jury Panel
India ITME Society brought together an eminent jury comprising technocrats and visionary leaders, including representatives from ITMF, Reliance Industries, Welspun Group, Deesan Group, Lakshmi Card Clothing, LMW Ltd., NIFT, SNDT Women’s University, ITA Technology Transfer, NimkarTek, and other leading institutions and companies.
Award Winners – India ITME Technical Awards 2025
Textile Engineering & Technology Champion – Processing & Finishing
• Yamuna Machine Works
Cutting Edge Textile Engineering Technology
• Yamuna Machine Works
Textile Engineering & Technology Champion – Honouring Women Leadership
• Ms. Amoli Shah, Prashant Gamatex Pvt. Ltd.
Textile Engineering & Technology Champion – Textile & Allied Sectors
• Zydex Industries Private Limited
Sustainability-Centric Organization
• Zydex Industries Private Limited
Textile Engineering & Technology Champion – Accessories
• Maksteel Wire Healds Pvt. Ltd.
Successful Technology Transfer & Manufacturing under “Make in India” Vision
• Rieter India Pvt. Ltd.
Best CSR Initiative – Textile Engineering Company
• Prashant Gamatex Pvt. Ltd.
Best CSR Initiative – Regional Textile / Textile Engineering Industry Association
• Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association
Best Eco-Design (Students Category – Post Graduation)
• Mr. Sourav Banerjee
Best Eco-Design (Students Category – Under Graduation)
• Ms. Bhagyashri Khade
Best Eco-Design (Students Category – Under Graduation Runner-up)
• Mr. Manal Kadale
Driving Collaboration and Future Readiness
The evening concluded with vibrant industry interactions and networking sessions, reaffirming India ITME Society’s role as a critical platform for dialogue, collaboration and progress within India’s textile engineering ecosystem.