India's Textiles Soar! Exports Jump 10% to 111 Countries – Global Resilience Unveiled!

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Updated on 13 Nov 2025, 10:00 am

India's textile sector has shown remarkable resilience, with exports to 111 countries growing by 10% year-on-year during April-September. This period saw total export value reach USD 8,489.08 million, an absolute increase of USD 770.3 million compared to the previous year's USD 7,718.55 million. This significant growth occurred amidst global economic challenges and tariff issues in key markets.

While overall global textile exports saw only a marginal 0.1% growth, the performance in these 111 selected markets underscores India's competitive edge and strategic market penetration. Prominent growth was observed in markets such as the UAE (+14.5%), Japan (+19%), Hong Kong (+69%), Egypt (+27%), and Saudi Arabia (+12.5%). The Ready-Made Garments (RMG) sector of all Textiles, with a 3.42% growth, and Jute products, with a 5.56% growth, were key contributors to this success.

Impact: This robust performance validates the government's export diversification and value addition policies, exemplified by the "Make in India" and "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiatives, suggesting potential for sustained growth and increased revenue for the Indian textile industry. This positive export performance strengthens the outlook for the Indian textile sector, potentially leading to increased profitability and market share for related companies, positively influencing investor sentiment. Rating: 7/10.

Difficult Terms: Global headwinds: Unforeseen global economic factors or events that hinder growth. Tariff-related challenges: Difficulties arising from taxes or duties on imported/exported goods affecting trade. Ready-Made Garments (RMG): Apparel manufactured in standard sizes and ready for sale. Jute: A strong, natural fiber used for ropes, sacks, and carpets. Export diversification: Expanding exports to various products and markets to reduce risk. Value addition: Increasing the worth of a product through processing or manufacturing. Aatmanirbhar Bharat: A national initiative promoting self-reliance in India.