India manufactures several natural and artificial fibers. Cotton, silk, wool, and jute are common natural fibers. India produces the world’s most cotton. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal manufacture plenty of silk (Harsanto et al., 2023). West Bengal, Bihar, and Assam grow jute, whereas the north produces wool. Organic cotton, bamboo, and hemp have become more popular recently. These fibers meet the worldwide demand for eco-friendly goods (India: fiber production volume by type, n.d.). For fabric, Indian textiles have a long history and a variety of materials, styles, and weaving processes. Banarasi silk, Kanjivaram silk, Chanderi silk, and Paithani silk are famous for their exquisite artistry and eternal beauty. Traditional textiles vary by location in India, reflecting its cultural variety (Khurana, 2022). India’s textile industry produces denim, polyester, rayon, mixed textiles, and traditional fabrics. Modern textile mills can fulfill local and worldwide demand with large-scale manufacturing.
Lastly, on apparel, India is a leading manufacturer and exporter of ready-made clothing. The garment business serves men’s, women’s, children’s, and ethnic clothes (Shah et al., 2022). Fashion and customer tastes change quickly in the garment industry. Apparel design, manufacture, and export are big in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Chennai (Uttam et al., 2023). Indian clothing stands out worldwide for its exquisite decorations, stitching, and brilliant hues.
