Bharat Tex 2026 draws global exhibitor demand despite trade disruptions, says Textiles Secretary
Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao confirms strong international interest in Bharat Tex 2026, slated for July 14-17 in New Delhi. Permanent halls are nearly sold out, with UK and EU FTAs lifting sentiment. Ministry has launched an event app featuring an AI assistant to streamline buyer-exhibitor matchmaking.
Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao says Bharat Tex 2026, scheduled July 14-17 in Delhi, is drawing strong global exhibitor interest despite disruptions. Permanent halls nearly sold out; UK and EU FTAs boost outlook. New event app with AI assistant launched.
Why this matters
Bharat Tex has scaled into India's flagship textiles trade event, and the Ministry's 2026 push, backed by FTA tailwinds and an AI matchmaking app, signals intent to position India as a sourcing hub amid global trade volatility.
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