New textile policy is at draft stage, says Minister Smriti Irani

摘要

THE new textile policy, which would help in promoting exports and creating employment opportunities, has not been finalised and is at the draft stage at present, Parliament was Informed recently. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Textiles Minister Smriti Irani said the policy is being formulated by holding widespread consultations with various associations, industry bodies, states and other stakeholders, representing sub-sectors such as cotton, silk, jute, handloom, handicrafts, and powerloom. "At present, New Textile Policy has not been finalised and it is at the draft stage," she said, adding the policy will give thrust on enhancing export performance and creating better employment opportunities.