Preparations for Bharat Tex 2025, scheduled from February 14-17, 2025, are in full swing, with a key Steering Committee meeting held on August 28, 2024. During the meeting, industry leaders shared insights into the event's growing significance.
Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor of Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), underscored Bharat Tex 2025 as a vital platform for showcasing India's entire textile value chain, from fiber to garment. He pointed out that the expo presents a unique opportunity for international buyers to explore India's textile capabilities in one place. Mehta also highlighted the event's focus on sustainability, emphasizing India's progress in eco-friendly manufacturing.
Vijay Agarwal, Vice Chairman of The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL), reinforced the importance of Bharat Tex 2025, noting that the event will highlight both exports and India’s domestic market. He emphasized that the expo will cover the full textile value chain, from cotton and fiber to high fashion, with a strong focus on ESG practices.
The expo is designed to bolster India's standing as a global textile hub. Bharat M Chhajer, past Chairman of Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL), a prominent figure in the industry, discussed the event's growth since its first edition in 2024, noting the increased focus on organic materials and natural fibers, such as those sourced from pineapple, banana, and fruit grains. Dewas, a significant participant, is set to feature an expanded range of products this year.
With a goal of attracting 4,000 buyersup from 3,000 last yearBharat Tex 2025 aims to support India’s ambitious target of reaching $100 billion in textile exports, as set by Union Minister Giriraj Singh. The event is expected to further establish India as a premier sourcing destination in the global textile market.
