Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the problem of textile waste, stating that it has grown to be a significant global concern. Modi voiced his concerns about the fact that less than 1 per cent of textile waste being recycled into new clothing during his Mann Ki Baat programme on Sunday. According to him, India is the third-largest producer of textile waste worldwide.
Textile waste is a result of the global practice of buying new clothes and discarding old ones as soon as possible, according to the Prime Minister. He did point out, though, that India is making a lot of admirable attempts to address this issue. A large number of Indian startups have started construction on textile recovery plants. Modi emphasised that numerous teams are engaged in initiatives aimed at empowering ragpickers, while others are striving towards sustainable fashion.
The Prime Minister stated that used clothing and shoes are recycled and given to those in need. He said that a variety of products, including toys, stationery, purses, and ornamental items, are manufactured from textile waste. The groups working to promote “circular fashion brands” were praised by him. He added that there would soon be new leasing platforms that offer designer clothing for hire. To make used clothing reusable, several organisations gather it and give it to the underprivileged.
When it comes to handling textile waste, Prime Minister Modi said that certain cities are also forging new identities. He used Panipat, which is becoming a major global centre for textile recycling, as an example. He went on to say that Bengaluru is using cutting-edge technological solutions to forge a unique brand for itself. He claimed that Bengaluru, which serves as a model for other cities, collects more than half of the textile waste. Additionally, Modi brought up Tirupur in Tamil Nadu, which manages textile waste by using renewable energy and waste water treatment.
