| |NOVEMBER 202119ministry's focus on the PPE production to make India the second largest producer of PPE kits worldwide. The PLI scheme incentivizes production of MMF fabric and apparel, and technical textiles in India. This scheme has the power to transform the processing and weaving segment and provide a strong base for apparel manufacturers. India is on the way to become one of the most prominent producers of technical textiles.Providing Training to WorkersThe PLI scheme is also responsible for enhancing compet-itiveness in the industry by offering time-bound incentives. This scheme attracted rupees 19,000 crore investments be-sides generating a cumulative turnover of over rupees three lakh crore. The aim of this scheme is not to support the indus-try permanently but help it to become self-reliant.Most of the stakeholders are collaborating with the state and central governments to reap full benefits of the scheme. They have set up joint training projects in association with leading skill institutions. This will ultimately help in facilitating growth of industry and boost the economy development of country.Upgrading SkillsTo become self-reliant in textile sector, the first and foremost thing government is focusing on to do is upgrading the skills of workers, providing financial assistance and integrating the sector with the latest technology. "To assist weavers in continuing to make world class products, India needs to learn both global and domestic best practices," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The exchange of ideas and sharing of best practices will create new avenues for collaboration. The government is planning to conduct seminars on regular basis to bring the professionals from different states on the same platform and discuss with them about the working pattern of textile Industry in detail. Textile Industry has always brought opportunities and domestically it is among the highest job providers in India. The Way ForwardIn conclusion, it should be realized that Indian textile industry today is catering to the demands of the world and it has the potential to become self-reliant. The government has set a target of $100 billion for textiles and garment exports over the next five years, and the textile industry has an important part to play in achieving it. Also, Indian consumers are extensively looking for variety when it comes to choosing the quality of fabric. This process, which benefits Indian textile industry, cannot be executed without giving an appropriate weightage to the value chains. Ultimately, a balance has to be achieved and maintained.
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