Indian Textile Industry and how has Contract Manufacturing contributed in its growth
India is the 2nd largest textile manufacturer in the world and one of the few countries that are capable of completing the whole process of production, from the yarn to the final product, ready for the market. Earliest to come into existence, it accounts for 14% of the total industrial production and contributes to nearly 30% of the total export. This sector makes up around 2.3% of the GDP and is the biggest employer with around 45 million workers, according to the reports from FDI India. Recognized as one of the best sourcing destinations for garments and textiles, the Indian textile industry’s greatest strengths are a strong production base of a wide range of fibres and yarns, an abundance of raw materials, availability of skilled manpower, competitive manufacturing costs etc. What Union Budget 2022-23 has in the store for this sector? The Indian textile industry is one of the most important pillars of the Indian economy in terms of output, foreign exchange earnings and...