Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Mr. Rajesh Sharma How is India’s premier institute transforming footwear and fashion through circular design and artisan integration? 👟♻️ In this insightful conversation at Bharat Tex, Rajesh Sharma, Head of the Fashion Department at FDDI Noida, breaks down how the Footwear Design and Development Institute is leading the charge in sustainable manufacturing. From utilizing natural alternative materials and circular recycling processes to preserving traditional crafts alongside industrial automation, FDDI is shaping the future of Indian design. Discover how FDDI’s four core schools—Fashion Design, Footwear Production, Leather Goods & Accessories, and Retail Management—plus their international testing lab and consultancy services are empowering artisans and driving industry growth! 🏛️✨ @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Sunil Kumar Nayak Sunil Kumar Nayak from Sakthi Infra Tex Private Limited (Perundurai, Tamil Nadu) explains how vertical integration, 100% renewable energy (solar and wind), and zero-waste water recycling (STP) power their eco-friendly manufacturing. He also discusses the role of AI, IoT, and automation in boosting workforce productivity, along with the impact of Bharat Tex as a global sourcing platform. @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 | “Next-Gen Circular Fibers” | Ms. Valerie Langer | IFBEC The demand for sustainable materials is rising, and shifting away from forest-based resources is key to preserving global ecosystems. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Valerie Langer, Principal of Canopy Planet, highlights how chemical recycling of used cotton textiles can replace wood pulp in the production of viscose. She explains how India is uniquely positioned to become a preferred global supplier for circular materials, utilizing its robust manufacturing sector and technical know-how to lower the industry's ecological footprint. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Traceability & Circular Waste” | Ms. Divya Shetty | IFBEC As the global textile industry shifts toward circularity, robust waste management and transparency have become essential. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Divya Shetty, CEO/CXO at Infinite Cercle, discusses how her organization tackles pre-consumer and industrial textile waste. Focusing on major manufacturing hubs like the Tirupur cluster, she highlights their innovative sorting, segregation, and end-to-end traceability solutions that connect factory floors directly to recycling facilities. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect “Bridging Capital & Sustainable Textile Innovation” | Mr. Siddharth Lulla | IFBEC The global textile landscape is changing rapidly, and sustainability is no longer optional. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Mr. Siddharth Lulla, Vice President / Business Head at Intellecap, discusses how to effectively channel impact capital to support and scale sustainable textile innovations. Highlighting key industry transitions like textile-to-textile recycling and collaborative, cluster-based models, he shares an optimistic vision for a greener, more competitive future driven by shared resources and strategic partnerships. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Automation and Sustainability in Spinning” | Mr. N. Prathal | IFBEC As the textile industry evolves, balancing modern manufacturing with changing buyer expectations requires a clear roadmap for technological growth. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Mr. N. Prathal, CEO / CXO at M.M. Group, discusses how they are addressing modern consumer expectations by integrating advanced automation to enhance product quality and delivery. He also highlights their strategic focus on sustainable manufacturing and product recycling, showcasing how the industry is preparing to meet future challenges. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Agility & Circularity in Retail” | Mr. Swaminathan Ramachandran | IFBEC As fast fashion accelerates, balancing rapid market trends with long-term circularity is becoming the retail industry’s ultimate challenge. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Mr. Swaminathan Ramachandran, CEO / CXO at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., shares how they are leveraging technology to compress mind-to-market times and meet consumer demands dynamically. He also addresses the crucial shift toward circularity, highlighting pilot initiatives in recycling consumer returns and enhancing garment quality to extend product life cycles. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness

Bharat Tex Connect | “Overcoming Hurdles in Scaling Circularity” | Ola Bakowska | IFBEC Embracing circularity is essential to securing the future of global fashion and textiles. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Ola Bąkowska from Circle Economy shares crucial insights on transitioning the global supply chain into a circular model. She highlights the critical hurdle of access to finance—especially for MSMEs—and explores how artificial intelligence can act as a powerful tool to accelerate innovative recycling solutions and scale sustainability. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusinessv

Bharat Tex Connect “Revolutionizing Waste Management & Recycling in Textiles” | Rajan Hothi | IFBEC Gujarat is shaping the future of sustainable textiles. Watch Rajan Hothi share his vision for building a globally competitive, circular, and technology-driven textile ecosystem by 2030. @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication #SustainableTextiles #CircularFashion #TextileInnovation #FutureOfFashion #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #globalbusiness