Make in Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024-2030

Weaving a Future of Innovation and Growth

Jharkhand, with its robust industrial ecosystem, strategic location, and rich textile heritage, is poised to become a global leader in apparel and technical textiles. The Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024 aims to leverage the state’s strengths, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and foster an environment that encourages innovation, sustainability, and economic growth within the textile sector.

Through Make in Jharkhand, the state intends to drive the transformation of the textile industry by nurturing both traditional and technical textiles, catering to emerging global markets. By attracting investments, promoting skill development, and advancing technological innovation, Jharkhand aims to establish a sustainable ecosystem that supports inclusive growth, positioning the state as a leading global hub for textile manufacturing and exports.

Vision for 2030
Jharkhand as a Global Leader in Apparel and Technical Textiles

By 2030, Make in Jharkhand envisions the state as a global leader in apparel and technical textiles, with the following objectives:

  • Becoming the preferred destination for both domestic and international investments in textile manufacturing and exports.
  • Attracting ₹50,000 crores in investments to develop world-class manufacturing units and advanced textile parks.
  • Establishing over 15 apparel and technical textile parks equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, R&D facilities, and shared utilities.
  • Creating more than 2 lakh direct and indirect jobs, with a focus on empowering women, rural communities, and semi-skilled workers.
  • Promoting sustainable manufacturing practices through eco-friendly initiatives and green textile production, positioning Jharkhand as a leader in environmentally conscious textiles.

Mission
Empowering Jharkhand’s Textile Ecosystem

The mission of Make in Jharkhand is to create a thriving textile manufacturing ecosystem that fosters innovation, drives economic growth, and strengthens India’s global competitiveness in the textile industry. The Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024 aims to:

  • Attract large-scale investments in apparel and technical textiles by offering leading incentives and streamlining the ease of doing business.
  • Promote sustainable, eco-friendly manufacturing practices, positioning Jharkhand as a key hub for green textile production.
  • Drive innovation and research in technical textiles, focusing on emerging sectors such as wearables, medical textiles, automotive textiles, and geo-textiles.
  • Provide inclusive employment opportunities by upskilling semi-skilled, unskilled, and women workers, ensuring balanced growth across the state.
  • Boost Jharkhand’s export potential by establishing dedicated export promotion zones, improving market access, and increasing the global visibility of the state’s textile products.

Key Objectives
Jharkhand’s Roadmap for Apparel and Technical Textiles Growth

The Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024 outlines several strategic objectives aimed at transforming the state’s textile sector:

  1. Attracting Investments and Expanding Manufacturing Capacity: Jharkhand will prioritize attracting ₹50,000 crores in investments to establish new manufacturing facilities and expand existing ones, particularly in readymade garments, technical textiles, and advanced textile products.
  2. Promoting Sustainable and Environment-Friendly Manufacturing: The policy emphasizes adopting sustainable manufacturing practices, supporting the use of green technologies, energy-efficient machinery, and waste-reduction systems to ensure environmental sustainability across the textile industry.
  3. Fostering R&D and Innovation in Technical Textiles: Jharkhand will set up dedicated R&D hubs and innovation centers to drive the development of advanced textiles in sectors such as healthcare, infrastructure, and defense, establishing the state as a leader in high-performance textiles.
  4. Enhancing Export Competitiveness: To boost textile exports, Jharkhand will create export promotion zones and improve market access through trade agreements and export incentives, ensuring that the state’s textiles make a mark in global markets.
  5. Creating Employment and Skill Development Opportunities: The policy will focus on skill development and capacity building, alongside financial incentives, aiming to create 2 lakh+ jobs, particularly for women and rural communities, ensuring inclusive growth throughout the textile sector.

Strategic Focus Areas
Accelerating Growth in Jharkhand’s Apparel and Technical Textiles Sector

Establishing Advanced Apparel and Technical Textile Parks

Jharkhand will establish over 15 apparel and technical textile parks in key locations, offering manufacturers cutting-edge infrastructure, advanced technology, and shared utilities. These parks will act as innovation hubs for textile production, empowering companies to expand their operations and boost their global competitiveness.

Promoting Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Textile Production

The policy highlights the importance of sustainable textile production by encouraging the use of renewable energy, textile waste recycling, and water-efficient manufacturing methods. Jharkhand will provide incentives to companies that adopt eco-friendly practices and integrate circular economy principles into their operations.

Boosting R&D in Technical Textiles and Advanced Applications

Jharkhand will drive innovation in technical textiles by setting up R&D hubs dedicated to the development of wearables, medical textiles, geo-textiles, and other advanced materials. The state will provide R&D grants, venture capital support, and foster partnerships with global leaders to accelerate the creation of groundbreaking textile solutions.

Enhancing Market Access and Global Competitiveness

To strengthen Jharkhand’s position in the global textile market, the policy will prioritize export promotion through participation in international trade fairs, targeted market development programs, and strategic branding campaigns. Dedicated export zones with streamlined supply chains and robust logistics infrastructure will be established, ensuring seamless and timely delivery of textile products to international markets.

Empowering Women and Rural Communities through Skill Development

The policy prioritizes empowering women and rural communities through targeted skill development programs in textile production, garment manufacturing, and technical textile innovation. By collaborating with industry leaders and academic institutions, Jharkhand aims to build a highly skilled workforce equipped to meet the dynamic needs of the global textile industry.

Incentives for Apparel and Technical Textiles Investments

The Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024 provides a comprehensive range of incentives to promote investments and foster growth in the textile sector:

Incentive TypeDetails
Capital Investment Subsidy40% subsidy on capital investment in plant and machinery, capped at ₹50 crores per unit, disbursed over 5 years.
Employment Cost Subsidy₹6,000 per female worker and ₹5,000 per male worker per month for 5 years, Aadhaar-linked to ensure transparency.
Market Development Initiative50% reimbursement on participation costs for domestic and international exhibitions, capped at ₹3 lakhs for domestic events and ₹6 lakhs for international events.
SGST Reimbursement100% reimbursement of State Goods and Service Tax (SGST) for 5-7 years, depending on the scale of investment.
R&D and Innovation Subsidy50% subsidy on R&D expenditure, capped at ₹2 crores per annum, to encourage innovation in technical textiles.
Land and Infrastructure IncentivesConcessional land rates in designated textile parks, 100% stamp duty exemption, and subsidies for developing shared infrastructure.
Power Tariff Reimbursement25% reimbursement on power tariffs for textile manufacturing units adopting energy-efficient processes.
Environment-Friendly Infrastructure SubsidyIncentives for companies implementing eco-friendly technologies such as water recycling, renewable energy, and waste management systems.

Ease of Doing Business
Simplified Approvals and Regulatory Support

Jharkhand is dedicated to enhancing ease of doing business for textile manufacturers and investors. The policy introduces a Single Window Clearance System to expedite project approvals with online application and tracking services. Additionally, the state will implement self-certification under labor laws and streamline regulatory procedures to eliminate bottlenecks, ensuring seamless project execution.

Conclusion
Jharkhand Leading India’s Textile Revolution by 2030

The Jharkhand Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2024 is a visionary initiative aimed at establishing Jharkhand as a global hub for apparel and technical textiles. Through strategic investments, sustainable practices, and workforce development, the state is poised to lead the next era of growth in India’s textile industry.

Make in Jharkhand invites global investors, textile manufacturers, and innovators to join this journey and contribute to building a sustainable, innovative, and globally competitive textile ecosystem.

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About Make in Jharkhand

Make in Jharkhand is a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) committed to positioning Jharkhand as a dynamic force in global economic collaboration. With strategic partnerships spanning the USA, Europe, Australia, African Union, KSA, China, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the UAE, we focus on key sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and finance. Our mission is to adopt global best practices, drawing from successful economic models to foster inclusive and sustainable development. By aligning with forward-thinking strategies, Make in Jharkhand aims to accelerate economic diversification, empower communities, and promote responsible growth. Leveraging Jharkhand’s geographic strengths and rich resources, we seek to attract high-impact investments, fuel innovation, and elevate the state’s global economic standing — in line with the government’s vision for a connected, tech-driven future.

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