Complied by Salil Chawla, Director, DFU Publication, on the occasion of CII Textcon'25 Conference held in New Delhi on 02-12-2025.
The global textiles and apparel industry is undergoing a seismic transformation, driven by technology, sustainability, and shifting consumer expectations.
From Al-driven design and smart factories to sustainable materials and circular business models, disruption is reshaping every link in the value chain.
For India, this moment represents both a challenge and an unprecedented opportunity to redefine its role from a manufacturing powerhouse to an innovation-led global leader. The conference will explore the state of the industry and key drivers that will steer the next phase of growth including Al, automation, smart manufacturing, new growth areas, and sustainability.
Opening Remarks
Kulin Lalbhai l Chairman, CII National Committee on Textiles and Apparel and Vice Chairman, Arvind Ltd
Address
Rahul Jain l Managing Director & Senior Partner, BCG India.
Address
Rahul Mehta l Member, CII National Committee on Textiles and Apparel and Chief Mentor, The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI)
Keynote Address
Smt Neelam Shami Rao l Textile Secretary, Ministry of Textiles Government of India
Closing Remarks
Kulin Lalbhai l Chairman, CII National Committee on Textiles and Apparel and Vice Chairman, Arvind Ltd.
CREDITS: Derived from CII conference official agenda booklet. The content has not been edited and reviewed by us.
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