Editor N. Kumaran Extends Best Wishes as Dr. A. Sakthivel Begins Fifth Term as AEPC Chairman
Padma Shri Dr A. Sakthivel has been elected Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) for a fifth consecutive term, reaffirming the industry’s confidence in his leadership at a critical juncture for India’s apparel and textile exports. Over the years, Dr Sakthivel has played a pivotal role in steering the sector through shifting global […]
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 […]
Dr A. Sakthivel Assumes Charge as AEPC Chairman for Historic Fifth Term
New Delhi, 6 January 2026 Padma Shri awardee Dr A. Sakthivel, one of India’s most respected apparel industry leaders, has assumed charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) for a historic fifth term in January 2026. With this, Dr Sakthivel marks over four decades of continuous association with AEPC, having served as […]