Surat. Under the newly announced Gujarat Textile Policy-2024, the state government has released fresh guidelines to promote the textile industry. These guidelines were unveiled in Valsad on Thursday, 14th August.
Under these guidelines, textile units established in GIDC-notified areas of urban regions will now be eligible for government incentive schemes. This fulfills a long-standing demand from the industry.
Women’s Empowerment: Groups of at least 25 women will be recognized as ‘Self-Help Groups.’ Each woman will receive benefits of up to ₹5,000 per month under this initiative.
Holistic Unit Benefits: The new policy integrates the entire textile production process—from spinning to fabric—as a single unit, ensuring comprehensive industry-wide advantages.
The policy aims to boost investment in the textile sector, strengthen women’s empowerment, and create new employment opportunities in both rural and urban areas. This industry-focused announcement is expected to further develop Gujarat’s textile industry.
Surat
Surat is a historic port city in the Indian state of Gujarat, known for its vibrant trade and textile industry since medieval times. Once a major Mughal-era trading hub, it attracted European merchants, including the British and Dutch, in the 16th–17th centuries. Today, Surat remains an economic powerhouse, famous for diamond polishing, silk fabrics, and its rich multicultural heritage.
Gujarat Textile Policy-2024
The Gujarat Textile Policy-2024 is an initiative by the Government of Gujarat to strengthen the state’s textile industry, a sector with deep historical roots in India’s textile trade dating back centuries. The policy aims to boost investment, innovation, and employment by offering incentives for modernization, sustainability, and skill development. It also seeks to position Gujarat as a global textile hub, leveraging its legacy in cotton production and handloom craftsmanship.
Valsad
Valsad is a coastal city in the Indian state of Gujarat, known for its lush greenery, beaches, and historical significance. It was once a prominent trading hub under Portuguese and later British colonial rule, with its port facilitating commerce. Today, Valsad is also recognized for its vibrant Parsi community and industries like textiles and chemicals.
GIDC-notified areas
GIDC-notified areas refer to industrial zones designated by the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) in the Indian state of Gujarat. Established to promote industrial growth, these areas provide infrastructure and facilities for businesses, playing a key role in Gujarat’s economic development since the GIDC’s formation in 1962. The notified areas are legally recognized industrial estates, often specializing in sectors like chemicals, textiles, and engineering.
