Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Mr. Manish Daga Can India become the ultimate "China Plus One" alternative for the global textile market? 🌾🌐 In this interview at Bharat Tex, Manish Daga, MD & Co-Founder of Cotton Guru (a legacy company serving the cotton value chain since 1903), breaks down what India needs to compete globally. He highlights the importance of creating a unified national cotton brand like 'Kasturi Cotton,' balancing rising MSP rates with market realities, expanding into technical textiles, and embedding practical sustainability into every stage of production. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Mr. Parvinder Singh Can the global textile industry scale sustainability without sacrificing profitability? 🧵♻️ In this interview recorded at Bharat Tex 2026, Parvinder Singh, Chairman of the Global Alliance for Textile Sustainability Council, breaks down how manufacturers can turn circularity into a competitive edge. Discover how third-party certified LCAs, QR-code traceability, and cutting-edge innovations like sorting tech and low-water processing are tackling greenwashing and driving measurable impact across the supply chain. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC| Hardik Patel Is the global textile market finally moving away from synthetic polymers back toward natural, sustainable cotton? 🧵🌱 In this interview recorded at Bharat Tex 2026, Hardik Patel from Shivam Cotton Industries breaks down why sustainability is the ultimate survival strategy for the cotton market. Discover how manufacturers are maintaining fiber strength and minimizing contamination while capitalizing on a massive global shift away from synthetic materials. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Sanjeev kumar sahni In this exclusive interview, Sanjeev from Whizzo Textile shares how their Bengaluru-based startup is transforming global textile supply chains. Learn how WhizzoTextile leverages innovation to bridge foreign buyers with domestic manufacturers, align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 5F (Farm to Fiber to Factory to Fashion to Foreign) vision and PM MITRA scheme, and utilize platforms like Bharat Tex for industry growth. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Kapil Kumar Agarwal "The textile industry is always in a flux—always evolving, always changing." 🤖☀️ In this interview from Bharat Tex 2026, a leader from Sagar Group breaks down the major shifts reshaping global textiles—from raw material constraints to AI-driven supply chain transformation. Discover how large-scale manufacturers are balancing rapid tech adoption with sustainability through 30MW solar power investments and advanced water conservation. Key Discussion Points: • Managing raw material constraints and global manufacturing shifts across apparel, home, and technical textiles • Levering AI and data to transform factory operations and supply chain logistics • Sagar Group's green push: 30MW clean solar energy, water conservation, and resilient workforce strategy @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Ritesh Dodhia Meet Ritesh Dodhia from Dodhia Group as he shares how they are recycling PET bottles into high-end, value-added textile yarns! 🧵✨ In this interview, he discusses Dodhia Group's sustainable innovations creating cotton, linen, and Tussar looks from recycled materials, connecting directly with end-buyers at Bharat Tex, and supporting India’s vision for global textile export growth. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Divij Bagrodia "Bharat Tex has become a massive congregation of global textile powerhouses." 🧵🌱 In this interview, Chandigarh-based Winsome Textile shares how they are integrating eco-friendly practices—from water recycling with ETP plants to solar and hydroelectric energy—while expanding their footprint into new markets. Discover how India's premier textile platform is connecting manufacturers with top domestic and international buyers to shape the future of sustainable yarns. Key Discussion Points: • Specialization in mélange and dyed yarns using sustainable fiber practices • Renewable energy investments and eco-friendly operations (ETP plants, solar, hydro) • Leveraging Bharat Tex to connect with global buyers and expand into new markets @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Eugenio Vazzano "Real luxury is not the shining thing—it's about having a single, personal piece." ♻️✨ Italian designer Eugenio Vazzano from Upcycling Lab shares his perspective at Bharat Tex on why upcycling is the missing message in modern textile trade fairs. Discover his vision for moving away from mass-produced garments, leveraging Indian craftsmanship and youth innovation, and placing faith in young creators to reshape sustainable luxury. Key Discussion Points: • Defining modern luxury through unique, one-of-a-kind upcycled pieces rather than mass production • Bringing stronger upcycling messaging and circular practices to global textile platforms • Combining traditional Indian craftsmanship with new prints and youth-led innovation @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Punjab Backs Business & Growth | Bhagwant Mann | Curated by IFBEC Punjab is setting the pace for the future of India’s textile industry. Watch Hon’ble Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann share his vision for innovation, sustainability, and making Punjab a global textile powerhouse. @orange-o-tec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textile-business-digest @textile-insights-newspaper @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableFashion #TextileInnovation #Punjab #FutureOfFashion #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #Fashion #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect “Innovation & Sustainable Tech for Entrepreneurs” Pt 3 | Vrunda M. Desai | IFBEC The global textile landscape is evolving rapidly, with technical textiles and eco-friendly solutions leading the charge. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Smt. Vrunda Manohar Desai (IRS), Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles, shares an encouraging message for young entrepreneurs entering the textile space. She highlights the critical need for continuous innovation and R&D, urging the next generation to explore value-added technical textiles while actively embracing sustainable and greener technologies to build a future-ready industry. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Scientific Sustainability & Supply Chain Circularity” | Jonalee Bajpai | IFBEC Sustainability is no longer a mere trend; it demands a scientific shift across the global textile ecosystem. In this edition of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Jonalee Bajpai, Director at NIFT Raebareli, highlights Bharat Tex as a premier platform for projecting India’s rich textile capabilities to the world. She emphasizes the necessity of embedding sustainability across the entire supply chain—from eco-friendly materials to manufacturing and final marketing—to reduce waste and land-fill impact. Furthermore, she shares how NIFT is actively preparing the next generation to spearhead these circular practices. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Enhancing Bilateral Trade & Value Chains” | Ms. Julie Holt | IFBEC The global textile landscape is evolving at a breakneck pace, and strengthening international trade linkages has never been more crucial. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Julie Holt, Vice President at International Expo Group, Australia, highlights the immense potential for cross-border cooperation and robust trade partnerships between India and Australia. Discussing how the massive scale and diversity of Bharat Tex unite all segments of the value chain, she outlines a clear vision for how Indian exporters can effectively navigate Australian fashion trends, integrate into global distribution networks, and drive long-term business growth. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness