India’s Sports Textile Ecosystem: From Import Substitution to Global Leadership
We Replaced 90% of Imports in 8 Years” – Chetan Agarwal at PHDCCI Conference
As covered by Salil Chawla, Director DFU Publications, in his capacity as delegate on 30th June, 2026 at the "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from the address by Chetan Agarwal – Activewear Expert, TEDx Speaker, Author & Founder, Positex Group:
"I have been importing a lot of these fabrics into India. What gladdens me most about this session is that for years I have largely spoken about import substitution. Today, the topic is scaling indigenous sport tech for global dominance — and that surely deserves applause.
The last five years have brought a massive shift. Earlier, brands depended on stock lot fabrics from Taiwan and later fresh fabrics from China. Today, India is perhaps the only country after China with a complete ecosystem — from fibre and yarn to garmenting.
How Can Advanced Textile Research Redefine Sports Performance?
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate on 30th June, 2026 "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from Associate Professor in The Department of Textile Technology at IIT Delhi, address during one of the panel discussions:
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
How Can Advanced Textile Research Redefine Sports Performance? The Role of Academic Institutions in Bridging Laboratory Innovation and Commercial Sports Products
At the outset, I would like to thank Dr. Manisha, the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), and WRA for inviting me and giving me this opportunity to share my thoughts.
Bharat Tex 2026-Panel Discussion: AI-LED TRANSFORMATION ACROSS THE FASHION VALUE CHAIN
Panel Discussion
वस्त्र मंत्रालय
MINISTRY OF TEXTILES
सत्यमेव जयते
राष्ट्रीय फैशन प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान (NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY)
Bharat TEX 2026: TEXTILES | FASHION | SUSTAINABILITY
Bharat Tex 2026: "Scaling Through Synergy: Building Local Capability to Power Global Textile Value Chains"
Join the conversation on "Scaling Through Synergy: Building Local Capability to Power Global Textile Value Chains" to collaboration, technology, and manufacturing excellence that can position India as a preferred global sourcing destination.
15 July 2026
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
(Kindly select “Scaling Through Synergy: Building Local Capability to Power Global Textile Value Chains” under the Knowledge Sessions tab)
Session Powered By ITMF - International Textile Manufacturers Federation and ASSOCHAM
Bharat Tex 2026: CMAI hosting a sustainable pavilion x GATZ
Bharat Tex 2026: CMAI has gone a step ahead:
Hosting a sustainable pavilion in collaboration with GATZ
CMAI has been an integral part of Bharat Tex for the last three editions, bringing in participants from Pan India and also maintaining an earmarked Pavilion – Brands of India, which is the major attraction at the event for all trade visitors flying in from abroad. This year, CMAI has gone a step ahead and will also be hosting a sustainable pavilion in collaboration with GATZ, further strengthening India's commitment to environmentally responsible textile excellence on the global stage.
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TEXPROCIL WEBINAR SERIES – JULY 2026
TEXPROCIL WEBINAR SERIES – JULY 2026
TEXPROCIL is pleased to invite all members to a series of FREE knowledge webinars designed to help textile exporters discover new business opportunities, understand regulatory requirements, and strengthen their export capabilities.
Financing Opportunities for MSME Exporters
Date: 8th July 2026 (Wednesday)
Timing: 2:30 PM
Explore various financing options, Government support schemes, and banking solutions available to MSME textile exporters to boost exports and improve cash flow.




















































































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