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ATEXCON 2026 Charts Innovation Led Roadmap For US$100 Billion Textile Export Goal

• By  Textile Excellence
• April 03, 2026

ATEXCON 2026 concluded in Hyderabad, setting a strategic direction for a resilient and technology driven global textile industry. Hosted by Confederation of Indian Textile Industry in partnership with the Telangana Government, the summit brought together policymakers, global industry leaders, and innovators.

India aims to scale textile and apparel exports to US$100 billion by 2030 from current levels of around US$36 billion. Discussions focused on fibre innovation, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain optimisation to enhance global competitiveness. Industry leaders stressed adoption of digital technologies, sustainable materials, and efficient production systems to address evolving trade dynamics.

Telangana highlighted its ambition to emerge as a textile hub, supported by green manufacturing clusters and integrated infrastructure. Experts noted that Asia continues to dominate global textile trade, contributing over 60% of production. The conference reinforced a collective commitment toward innovation, sustainability, and value-added growth across the textile ecosystem.

Telangana highlighted its ambition to emerge as a textile hub, supported by green manufacturing clusters and integrated infrastructure. Experts noted that Asia continues to dominate global textile trade, contributing over 60% of production.