Government Launched Tex-RAMPS Scheme: Plans to Spend ₹305 Crore

The Government of India has given its approval to the Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS) Scheme, a major initiative aimed at strengthening research, innovation, and overall competitiveness in the country’s textile industry.

Government to Spend ₹305 Crore for Textile Sector

With a total budget allocation of ₹305 crore for the period FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31, the scheme will run in alignment with the upcoming Finance Commission cycle. Tex-RAMPS will be implemented as a Central Sector Scheme, fully funded by the Ministry of Textiles.

Geared toward future-proofing India’s textiles and apparel (T&A) value chain, the scheme addresses key gaps in research infrastructure, data availability, innovation support, and capacity development across the sector.

Major Pillars of the Tex-RAMPS Scheme

Research & Innovation

Advancing high-end research in smart textiles, sustainable materials, production efficiency, and frontier technologies to significantly elevate India’s innovation landscape.

Data, Analytics & Diagnostics

Developing comprehensive data systems covering employment metrics, supply chain insights, and national-level studies such as India-Size, enabling informed, evidence-based policy decisions.

Integrated Textiles Statistical System (ITSS)

Establishing a real-time data and analytics platform to facilitate structured monitoring, performance evaluation, and strategic planning within the textile ecosystem.

Capacity Development & Knowledge Ecosystem

Enhancing State-level planning capabilities, disseminating best practices, conducting training programs, and organising sector-wide knowledge-sharing events.

Start-up & Innovation Support

Backing incubators, innovation challenges, hackathons, and academia-industry collaborations to nurture high-potential textile start-ups and entrepreneurial ventures.

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Anticipated Impact of Tex-RAMPS Scheme

The Tex-RAMPS Scheme is expected to:

• Boost India’s competitive edge in global textile markets
• Strengthen national research and innovation frameworks
• Promote data-led governance and effective policy formulation
• Create new employment opportunities across the textile value chain
• Deepen collaboration among States, industries, academic institutions, and government bodies

Conclusion

Tex-RAMPS represents a transformative step toward building a future-ready, resilient, and innovation-driven textile sector, positioning India firmly on the global stage.

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