Textile manufacturer in India: the overview
Production zones, types of manufacturer, and how to choose the right one. An overview of the textile manufacturer in India, seen from the inside.
The textile industry is about 2% of India's GDP and remains one of the country's largest employers, after agriculture. India is also one of the world's biggest textile exporters. On the ground, that means manufacturers of every size and specialty.
Production zones
- Delhi NCR: garment making, embroidery, accessories
- Tirupur (Tamil Nadu): knitting, t-shirts, sportswear
- Jaipur (Rajasthan): block printing, dyeing, artisanal textiles
- Ludhiana (Punjab): hosiery, knitwear
- Surat (Gujarat): weaving, synthetic textiles
Types of manufacturer
From a family workshop of a few people to a factory of several thousand employees. Each size has its advantages depending on your project and volumes. See clothing manufacturing in India.
Specializations
Some specialize by product (shirts, dresses, denim), others by technique (embroidery, printing, washing) or by segment (luxury, mid-range, volume). The right partner is the one that fits your product. See our printing techniques.
How to choose
Client references, a visit to the facilities, capacity, responsiveness, and understanding of your need. A sourcing agent on the ground saves time. It's all in our guide: how to find a textile supplier in India.