India showcased its growing presence in the global textile industry as the Hon’ble Minister of Textiles inaugurated the India Pavilion at Heimtextil 2025 in Messe Frankfurt. With the largest country participation at the prestigious event, India highlighted its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration.

Addressing international home textile exporters, importers, and manufacturers, the Minister emphasized India’s rising competitiveness and the importance of partnerships for sustainable growth. He invited attendees to participate in Bharat Tex 2025, promoting investment opportunities in India’s thriving textile ecosystem.

During an Investors Meet, the Minister emphasized India’s impressive growth and the increasing foreign direct investment (FDI) over the past decade. He highlighted the success of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, urging investors to take advantage of opportunities in India’s expanding manufacturing hub. He encouraged global investors to seize opportunities in India by emphasizing the advantages of manufacturing in the country, both for domestic and international markets.

The Minister also met with representatives from the Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association and IVGT, Germany, urging them to strengthen ties with India’s textile sector. He encouraged German manufacturers to invest in India’s textile machinery production, citing the success of a German sewing thread company already thriving in the country.

The event saw active participation from Indian exporters, reaffirming the government’s commitment to boosting the sector’s global reach. The Minister toured various exhibition stalls, engaging with exhibitors and showcasing India’s craftsmanship. The delegation also included Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Textiles, and officials from the Export Promotion Councils and the Jute Board.