Telangana is positioning itself to emerge as the textile capital of South Asia by 2047, with the state government working to develop a comprehensive, end-to-end textile ecosystem spanning cotton cultivation to global fashion markets, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has said.
Speaking at the inauguration of the Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON) 2026, Reddy stated that Telangana possessed both the capability and determination to establish itself as a leading global textiles hub.
He highlighted that the state had already developed infrastructure such as the Kakatiya Mega Textile Park in Warangal, alongside multiple apparel parks, as part of its broader industrial strategy. He further indicated that the push in the textile sector aligned with the government’s wider “Telangana Rising” vision, which aims to transform the state into a $1 trillion economy by 2034 and a $3 trillion economy by 2047.
Reddy also underscored the government’s focus on building sustainable textile hubs and enhancing workforce capabilities. He noted that efforts were underway to skill young people—particularly women—by blending traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques in design, cutting and stitching. Emphasising the cultural significance of textiles, he described the sector as central to the state’s identity and a critical source of livelihood for weaving communities, citing renowned products such as Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal sarees, Warangal durries and Narayanpet weaves.
Meanwhile, D Sridhar Babu stated that the state planned to integrate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain and the Internet of Things into its textile ecosystem to enhance competitiveness and transparency. He indicated that the government aimed to combine traditional practices with modern innovation to elevate the “Made in Telangana” brand globally, describing the initiative as a renewed vision akin to a “New Swadeshi” for the modern era.
Bharat Tex Special Report 2026 
