The CII 6-point agenda identifies the following game-changers for the Indian apparel, made-ups and textiles industry.
Firstly, build scale, as the industry is currently highly fragmented and lacks scale. Being highly labour intensive, introduce flexible labour laws; job linked support schemes, innovative hub and spoke models for apparel/textile parks to employ labour in hinterlands and introduce PPP models for industry to provide scale and create jobs.
Secondly, bridge the operating cost gap, especially on synthetics. Entrepreneurs need to aggressively drive up productivity by investing in world class facilities, process improvements and build a culture of manufacturing excellence. Simplified tax structures and neutral implementation of GST for both
cotton and synthetic products will give the much required boost to the industry.
Indian textile and apparel industry has the potential to create over 50 million jobs, bring social transformation and gain global dominance, says a study on the Indian Apparel, Made-ups & Textile Industry commissioned by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
The task can be achieved by implementing GST #
Thirdly, infrastructure, especially at ports, import facilities and clearance procedures should be streamlined to cut turnaround times. Signing FTAs with major markets like the European Union can equalise market access positions with key competitors like Bangladesh.
Indian textile and apparel industry has the potential to create over 50 million jobs, bring social transformation and gain global dominance, says a study on the Indian Apparel, Made-ups & Textile Industry commissioned by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
The task can be achieved by implementing GST #
Fourthly, increased investments in technology, especially processing and technical textiles, either through capital subsidy or technology partnerships, can help in quick and efficient production. The ATUFS released in December 2015 has taken welcome steps in this respect.
Indian textile and apparel industry has the potential to create over 50 million jobs, bring social transformation and gain global dominance, says a study on the Indian Apparel, Made-ups & Textile Industry commissioned by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
The task can be achieved by implementing GST #
Fifthly, to actualise 'Make in India' movement, government can create a comprehensive umbrella of support schemes under the 'Make in India' banner. Entrepreneurs need to advertise the made-in-India aspect aggressively, over-invest in quality and make their products worthy of putting up 'Proudly Indian' labels.
Indian textile and apparel industry has the potential to create over 50 million jobs, bring social transformation and gain global dominance, says a study on the Indian Apparel, Made-ups & Textile Industry commissioned by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
The task can be achieved by implementing GST #
And lastly, Indian entrepreneurs need to invest both financial and human resources on technology and innovation to address the constantly evolving markets. Investments are required in technical textiles, processing, and apparel making in particular. India needs to create its own 'silicon-valleys' for technical textiles, with a full ecosystem of investors, start-ups, production facilities and ultra-fast clearances. Ease of doing business is equally critical for innovation. (RKS)
Fibre2Fashion News Desk – India