PLI Scheme for Textiles Expands With 17 New Approvals
The Ministry of Textiles has approved 17 new applicants under Round 3 of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles. This expansion aims to accelerate investment, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and enhance India’s competitiveness in MMF apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles.
₹2,374 Crore Investment and Strong Job Growth
The newly approved applicants have committed ₹2,374 crore in investment. Their projects are expected to generate over ₹12,893 crore in sales and create approximately 22,646 jobs in the coming years. This move is expected to support capacity building and scale expansion across the textile ecosystem.
Background of the PLI Scheme
Launched on September 24, 2021, the PLI Scheme has an approved outlay of ₹10,683 crore. It was designed to boost the production of MMF apparel, fabrics, and technical textiles while making India globally competitive. Earlier, 74 companies had been approved across Rounds 1 and 2.
Amendments and Application Window Reopened
Recently, the Ministry introduced amendments to increase participation and simplify access. As a result, the online application portal is now open for new submissions until December 31, 2025. Companies interested in applying can submit proposals on the official portal.
