India’s textile sector, a pillar of the nation’s economy contributing 2.3% to GDP and over 10% to exports, is poised for transformative growth. In a major step toward scaling its global position, Primus Partners, a prominent management consulting firm, has launched a strategic roadmap aimed at achieving USD 100 billion in textile exports within five years.
India currently ranks as the second-largest global producer and fifth-largest exporter of textiles and garments. In response to evolving trade dynamics and shifting tariffs, this newly released roadmap identifies six key focus areas that collectively aim to diversify India’s export portfolio, adopt advanced technologies, develop skilled manpower, and upgrade infrastructure.
The report, titled ‘Roadmap for US$ 100 Bn Exports in 5 Years: Six Recommendations that will drive the Textile Industry’, includes the following pillars:
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Digital Transformation through Industry 4.0:
Adoption of automation and smart manufacturing could reduce operational waste by 15%, boosting production efficiency. -
Leverage Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) & Market Expansion:
Strengthening FTAs, especially with key partners like the UK, will enhance India’s global textile competitiveness. -
Reinforcing Operational Subsidies:
Sustained government support in the form of subsidies can provide a stronger competitive edge to domestic players. -
Developing Skill Hubs in Tier 2 & Tier 3 Cities:
Establishing training centers in smaller cities can raise the skilled labor ratio to 50%, fueling inclusive growth. -
Scaling MSMEs into Global Enterprises:
Enabling small textile businesses to become globally scalable entities will transform the industry’s export potential. -
Advancing Technical Textiles Exports:
Focusing on innovation in technical textiles can strengthen India’s global market share in high-performance fabrics.
Kanishk Maheshwari, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Primus Partners, emphasized the roadmap’s significance:
“These six strategic directions provide a cohesive framework for enhancing product diversity, market access, infrastructure, and long-term capacity. With reciprocal tariffs and new FTAs, particularly the recent agreement with the UK, India now stands at a unique inflection point to cement its role as a global sourcing hub.”
Maheshwari added that timely policy alignment and execution of these measures would not only boost exports but also strengthen India’s competitive position across value-added segments and technical textiles.
The report encourages policymakers to focus on initiatives that enhance efficiency, streamline logistics, and foster innovation—critical steps to propel India’s textile sector into its next growth phase and solidify its status on the world stage.