Bihar takes centre stage as an emerging textile hub at Bharat Tex 2026
Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the Bharat Tex 2026, India’s largest global textile event, at Bharat Mandapam. Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita, Secretary (Textiles) Neelam Shami Rao, Industries Secretary Kundan Kumar and other senior officials were present on the occasion marking the beginning of four days of innovation, collaboration and global textile excellence. On the very first day of the event, investors signed MoUs worth over Rs 1,400 crore with the Government of Bihar.
Participating as the Partner State, Bihar showcased its growing strength in the textile and apparel sector with the inauguration of the Bihar Pavilion.
Speaking on the occasion, Giriraj Singh said that Bihar is rapidly emerging as one of India’s promising textile hubs. He noted that the Bihar Government has developed modern industrial infrastructure, including plug-and-play facilities, which have significantly enhanced investor confidence in the State.
Speaking on the occasion, Industries Minister Shreyasi Singh said that Bihar is rapidly emerging as one of India’s most promising destinations for textile and apparel manufacturing. She stated that the State Government’s progressive industrial policies, investor-friendly ecosystem and strong focus on traditional crafts are creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs, artisans and global investors. She added that Bharat Tex 2026 provides an ideal platform to showcase Bihar’s manufacturing capabilities and rich textile heritage to the world.
Industries Secretary Kundan Kumar said that the Bihar Pavilion reflects the State’s commitment to promoting its traditional crafts alongside modern industrial growth. He noted that the participation of Bihar’s enterprises at Bharat Tex 2026 will strengthen market access, enhance business linkages and create new opportunities for the State’s textile ecosystem.
During the Knowledge Session at Bharat Tex 2026, the Government of Bihar signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with 16 leading textile and apparel companies, reinforcing the State’s growing reputation as an emerging textile investment destination.
The Bihar Pavilion features leading exhibitors from across the State, including SAVI Global, Gramin Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Sangh, Gopalan Silk, Eco Tasar Silk Pvt Ltd, High Spirit Commercial Ventures Pvt Ltd (HSCVPL), New Zeel Fashion Wear Pvt Ltd, Earthomadic Foundation, Competence Exports Pvt Ltd., NIFT Patna, Modelama Group, alongside live demonstrations of Madhubani and Tikuli painting by master artists Kumari Nalini Shah & Arundhati Mahato.
