Indian Textile Manufacturers: Who They Are, What They Make, and Why It Matters
When you think of Indian textile manufacturers, companies that produce fabrics, garments, and home textiles at scale across India. Also known as textile producers, they form the backbone of one of the world’s oldest and largest clothing industries. India doesn’t just make cotton shirts and sarees—it produces over 40% of the world’s cotton yarn and is the second-largest exporter of textiles after China. These manufacturers aren’t just factories; they’re ecosystems that connect farmers, spinners, weavers, dyers, and retailers in a chain that touches nearly every corner of the country.
Some of these manufacturers are giants. Reliance Industries, India’s largest textile company, controlling everything from raw fiber to retail stores. Also known as Reliance Textiles, it operates like a vertical empire, turning cotton into clothes under one roof. Then there’s Arvind Limited, a major player known for denim, branded apparel, and global supply deals with big Western retailers. Also known as Arvind Textiles, it’s one of the few Indian firms that compete directly with global brands on quality and speed. But behind these names are thousands of smaller mills—some with just a dozen looms—making handloom fabrics, embroidered linens, and custom batches for local markets. These small manufacturers keep traditional skills alive and often supply niche exports that big players can’t match.
What’s changed in the last decade? Technology. Many Indian textile manufacturers now use automated looms, digital printing, and AI-driven quality checks. But they still face big challenges: rising energy costs, competition from Bangladesh and Vietnam, and slow adoption of sustainable practices. Still, government schemes like PM-MITRA are pushing for modern textile parks, and global brands are looking to India for ethical sourcing. That’s why the industry isn’t dying—it’s transforming.
What you’ll find below are real stories from inside this industry: how one company survived a collapse, who really owns the biggest players, what’s being made today, and why some manufacturers are thriving while others vanish. No fluff. Just facts, numbers, and the quiet truth about what’s happening on the ground in India’s mills and workshops.
