The Union Textiles Ministry plans to revamp testing infrastructure to tackle the issue of sub-standard textile exports and boost the country’s reputation on the global stage. Industry leaders have been raising concerns regarding the impact of low-quality pashmina shawls and silk exports on India’s image as a reliable supplier.
The ministry intends to establish cutting-edge laboratories besides upgrading existing facilities. Its primary goal is to rigorously test and authenticate the purity of various textile products, encompassing pashmina, silk, cotton, and coarse-wool items, prior to their shipment to international markets.
Expected to play a crucial role in elevating the quality standards of Indian textile exports, this comprehensive initiative will also instill greater confidence among global buyers concerning the authenticity of the products they procure from India. The initiative will help curb the export of sub-par products to the global market, thereby boosting India’s position in the international textile industry.