Textile Policy

Textile Policy of India was announced in year 2000 for 2000 to 2004 term. The policy is to be revised in year 2004. The policy was announced to help the textile industry attain a global standing and equip the Industry to withstand pressures of import penetration. Another objective was to strengthen the traditional knowledge, skills and capabilities of our weavers and craftspeople.

The major thrust areas identified were Enhancement of Productivity, Quality Consciousness and integrated human resource development. Government ensured to play a proactive role in promoting and facilitating adoption of IT in the textile industry and trade. Export Promotion Councils, silk boards and other such organizations will be restructures to suit the present staatus of industry and exports.

Sectoral Initiative

• The thrust will be on improving the availability, productivity and quality of raw materials.
• Consumption of specialised man-made fibers/yarns will be encouraged.
• Focus will be on achieving international standard in all varieties of silk.
• Steps will be taken augment availability of quality wool.
• A Technology Mission on Jute will be launched for the uplift of the jute Industry.
• Renew the efforts to upgrade the spinning weaving sector.
• Encourage organized mill industry and adequate employment generation and job safety.
• Encourage the enherent strengths of the handloom industry.
• Sustained growth and welfare of weavers and the people in hand knotted carpet industry.