Union Textiles Minister Shri Giriraj Singh Highlights Textile Growth at 74th IIGF
India’s textile and apparel sector continues to demonstrate strong momentum, doubling in value over the last decade and reinforcing its position as one of the country’s most important economic and employment drivers. This optimism was clearly reflected at the inauguration of the 74th Edition of the India International Garment Fair (IIGF), held at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, […]
AEPC Chairman Dr. A. Sakthivel Seeks Urgent Relief from US Tariffs in High-Level Delhi Meetings
Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Padma Shri Dr A. Sakthivel, held a series of high-level meetings in New Delhi on January 14, 2026, engaging with senior government leaders to address the mounting challenges faced by Indian apparel exporters due to recent US tariff pressures. Dr Sakthivel met with the Hon’ble Union Minister […]
Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce Reviews India–US Trade Impact on Textiles in Coimbatore
The Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce, under the Chairpersonship of Ms Dola Sen, visited Coimbatore on January 8, 2026, as part of a study visit to evaluate India–US trade relations. The interaction focused specifically on the implications of India–US trade dynamics for the textiles and apparel sector, particularly exports to the United States. Around […]
Dr. A. Sakthivel Calls on Commerce Minister, Highlights Key Issues Facing Apparel Exporters
After assuming charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Dr. A. Sakthivel called on the Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal ji, in New Delhi. During the meeting, Dr. Sakthivel congratulated the Hon’ble Minister for the proactive and successful conclusion of several Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and for […]
AEPC Chairman Meets Union Finance Minister to Discuss Export Support
New Delhi, 6 January 2026: Soon after assuming charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Dr A. Sakthivel paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Union Finance Minister, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, at her office in New Delhi. During the meeting, Dr Sakthivel conveyed his sincere appreciation for the Government of India’s continued […]