Upcoming National Conference on Textiles in Guwahati to Foster Growth and Innovation
National Conference of Textiles Ministers Scheduled in Guwahati
Guwahati, January 4: A significant National Conference of Textiles Ministers is set to take place in Guwahati from January 8 to 9, focusing on the theme “India’s Textiles: Weaving Growth, Heritage & Innovation,” as announced by an official on Sunday.
This two-day event is being organized by the Ministry of Textiles in collaboration with the Assam state government.
The conference aims to unite Union and State Ministers of Textiles, along with senior officials from both the central and state governments, to discuss a cohesive national strategy aimed at establishing India as a leading global textile manufacturing center.
The discussions will align with the national goal of developing a USD 350 billion textile industry and achieving USD 100 billion in textile exports by the year 2030, according to the official.
Notable attendees at the inaugural session will include Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Union Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita, among others.
The conference will host various sessions that will cover topics such as infrastructure and investment, export growth, competitiveness, raw materials and fibers, as well as emerging areas like technical textiles, research, and development. There will also be a strong focus on revitalizing traditional textiles, including handloom and handicrafts, to cater to both domestic and international markets.
Delegates are anticipated to exchange best practices, address challenges, and propose policies aimed at enhancing the textile value chain across different regions and districts.
On the first day of the conference, a special conclave titled “Strengthening and Empowering the Textiles Sector of the North-Eastern Region of India” will take place.
This conclave will concentrate on silk, handloom, and bamboo-based textiles, promoting women-led enterprises, and branding “Textiles from North-East,” with the goal of unlocking the region’s unique textile capabilities and integrating them into national and global value chains.