The Textiles Committee, under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, successfully organized an Awareness Workshop under the Jute Mark India (JMI) Scheme on March 10, 2025, at Radisson Blu Mumbai International Airport.
Objective of the Workshop
The event aimed to raise awareness and provide key insights into the Jute Mark India Scheme, which was launched on July 9, 2022. The JMI Scheme promotes and authenticates jute products in domestic and international markets, offering a traceable QR-coded Jute Mark logo that enhances market linkages for artisans and manufacturers.
Key Dignitaries
The event was graced by:
- Shri Sanjay Waman Sawakare, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, Government of Maharashtra (Chief Guest)
- Smt. Roop Rashi, Textile Commissioner & Vice Chairperson, Textiles Committee
- Shri Kartikay Dhanda, Secretary, Textiles Committee, Government of India
- Dr. K.S. Muralidhara, Joint Director & Program Head
Highlights
- Discussions on enhancing the quality and promotion of jute products
- Policies such as MTTM in alignment with NTTM to drive research, sustainability, and self-reliance
- Workshops for artisans, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and jute product manufacturers
- Insights on market expansion, product innovation, and digital branding
With the growing importance of jute as an eco-friendly and sustainable fiber, the workshop played a crucial role in strengthening the recognition and marketability of jute products in both domestic and global markets.
Conclusion
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. K.S. Muralidhara, reaffirming the commitment of the Textiles Committee and the Ministry of Textiles towards empowering grassroots-level stakeholders and promoting India’s jute industry.
