The Textiles Summit 2026 concluded in New Delhi on 24 June 2026, with a focus on sustainability, export growth, and global market expansion, according to the Ministry of Textiles. The two-day event brought together representatives from state governments, industry stakeholders, and academia to review strategies for strengthening India’s textile sector. Discussions centred on building a structured roadmap to support higher-value exports and achieve a long-term target of USD 100 billion in textile exports by 2030.

Focus On Sustainability And Value Addition

Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh stated that implementation of district and state-level textile plans must accelerate with a results-oriented approach. He emphasised product-market alignment, value addition, compliance with environmental standards, and improved utilisation of Free Trade Agreements. The discussions also highlighted the need to prioritise niche textile products to strengthen competitiveness in global markets. Officials noted that sustainability compliance is becoming increasingly relevant for international buyers and supply chains.

Export Roadmap And FTA Utilisation

Secretary of Textiles Neelam Shami Rao said the summit marks a shift from policy dialogue to execution. She underlined the importance of consolidating inputs from states, districts, and export bodies into a national textile export roadmap. In a separate session, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal urged the industry to maximise benefits from recently concluded Free Trade Agreements. He stressed reducing information gaps at district level to improve exporter participation and strengthen export promotion frameworks.

Digital Traceability And MSME Competitiveness

Key sessions focused on sustainability certifications, digital product passports, and circular economy approaches, including textile waste recycling systems. Discussions also covered improving ease of doing business, strengthening export finance, and enhancing risk mitigation tools. Special emphasis was placed on supporting MSMEs through design innovation, compliance simplification, and capacity building. The summit also highlighted the role of “District as Export Hubs” initiatives in improving regional export performance and market diversification.