Tamil Nadu has emerged as India’s top textile exporting state, recording exports worth USD 7,997.17 million in FY 2024–25, reflecting strong growth and industrial capacity.
Key Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
| Top State | Tamil Nadu |
| Export Value | USD 7,997.17 million |
| Growth | ~29% increase in last 4 years |
| India’s Total Textile Exports | USD 36,610 million |
| Share of Tamil Nadu | 21.84% |
State-wise Comparison
| Rank | State | Export Value |
| 1 | Tamil Nadu | USD 7,997.17 million |
| 2 | Gujarat | USD 5,646.01 million |
| 3 | Maharashtra | USD 3,831.29 million |
Growth Trend: Exports increased from:
- USD 6,193 million (2020–21)
- to nearly USD 8 billion (2024–25)
Indicates:
- Consistent expansion
- Strong export-oriented ecosystem
Data Source
- Based on: National Import-Export Record for Yearly Analysis of Trade
- A central platform providing: Real-time and comprehensive trade data
Key Drivers of Growth
1. Strong Textile Clusters
- Major hubs include: Tiruppur, Coimbatore, Erode. Tiruppur is Known as: “Knitwear Capital of India”, ( it is a Major contributor to Garment exports)
- Known for: Cotton processing, Knitwear, Garments
2. Policy and Infrastructure Support
- State government initiatives: Industrial promotion policies and Export incentives
- Improved: Infrastructure and Logistics
3. Skilled Workforce & Supply Chain
- Availability of: Trained labour
- Well-integrated: Supply chains
- Presence of: Export-oriented units
Significance
- Tamil Nadu contributes: Over one-fifth of India’s textile exports
- Strengthens: India’s foreign exchange earnings
- Demonstrates: Role of state-level industrial ecosystems