Telangana Aims to Become South Asia’s Textile Hub by 2047: CM Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday said the state aims to become the leading textile capital of South Asia by 2047, urging industrialists to partner in transforming the sector.

Speaking at the 13th Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON 2026), jointly organized by the state government and the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry, the Prime Minister released the ATEXCON-2026 report and outlined the government’s long-term vision for the textile industry.

He highlighted the rich textile heritage of Telangana and stated that the industry is deeply connected to the culture and economy of the state with famous products like Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal saris, Warangal durries and Narayanpet handlooms. He emphasized that Telangana is one of the leading cotton producers in the country, known globally for its quality.

The Prime Minister said the government has developed world-class infrastructure, including the Kakatiya Mega Textile Park in Warangal, and provided industry-friendly policies, fast-track permits and land, energy and water support to attract investments.

Reiterating his vision of “Telangana Rising 2047”, he said the state aims to become a $1 trillion economy by 2034 and a $3 trillion economy by 2047. He also emphasized the importance of sustainability by announcing plans to develop green textile centers and promote skills development, especially for women.

Inviting global investors, he said Telangana offers a strong ecosystem, skilled workforce and a progressive policy framework, urging stakeholders to collaborate in building a globally competitive textile industry.