The Indian textile industry is stepping into a new phase of resilience and opportunity following Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to China. Experts warn that United States tariffs may impact nearly one fourth of India textile exports in the next six months, yet a renewed wave of optimism is emerging as India strengthens ties with China and other global markets.

At the Yarn Expo in Shanghai, the largest showcase of its kind worldwide, India marked a confident presence with more than thirty companies participating across yarn, fabric and value-added segments. The participation included manufacturers from Banaras, the Prime Minister home constituency, highlighting the government vision to blend tradition with innovation on the global stage.

Speaking at the event, Consul General Pratik Mathur underlined how the thread of prosperity is weaving stronger partnerships with China. The Indian showcase featured highlights such as contamination-free and fully traceable Kasturi cotton, which symbolises the country commitment to quality, transparency and sustainability. The expo also reflected the Make in India spirit, showcasing how Indian enterprises are contributing to durable global supply chains.

China, a global powerhouse in textiles known for its scale and integrated ecosystem, is now emerging as an important partner in building collaborative growth with India. This partnership is seen as crucial at a time when shifting trade dynamics are redefining market strategies across the world.

India Textile and Apparel exports touched 37.7 billion dollars in 2024-25, contributing nearly 9 percent to total merchandise exports. The country ranks sixth in the global textile and apparel trade with a share of 4.1 to 4.5 percent. With cotton, man-made fibers and readymade garments leading the basket, India continues to align its export growth with the larger vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047.