International investors
Invest in India Textile Manufacturing
Invest in India textile manufacturing from an integrated base: PM MITRA Park, Lucknow, in Uttar Pradesh.
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Why India
India runs the entire textile value chain domestically, serving a large home market and export buyers from one base.
- Full fibre-to-fashion chain in-country
- Large domestic market plus exports
- Deep textile skills and institutions
- Central focus on integrated textile parks
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Why Uttar Pradesh
A large market, a deep textile tradition and dedicated state support for the sector.
- India’s most populous state and labour market
- Long textile heritage, handloom to garmenting
- UP Textile & Garmenting Policy 2022
- Single-window route via Nivesh Mitra and Invest UP
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Why PM MITRA Park, Lucknow
A Ministry of Textiles scheme delivered with Uttar Pradesh, planned around the 5F vision: Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign.
Approx. 1,000+ acres in the Lucknow–Hardoi region, with commercial, residential and logistics zones around the factories — easier to recruit, supply and ship.
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Investment structures
Three common routes, all subject to applicable FDI rules. Take legal and tax advice first.
| Structure | Suits companies that… | Consider |
|---|---|---|
| Wholly-owned subsidiary | want full control of quality and IP | Full capital; entity set-up |
| Joint venture | value local expertise and shared risk | Partner, governance, exit terms |
| Contract manufacturing | want to test capacity first | Less control; partner-dependent |
Good practice
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Manufacturing & sourcing
Build a standalone unit or integrated campus — or source without building.
- Spinning
- Weaving
- Knitting
- Processing
- Garmenting
- Technical textiles
Buying offices
Vendor development
Quality & compliance
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Export
Plan port and air-cargo logistics, buyer compliance and export-linked policy categories. Verified connectivity will be published on the location page.
07 · Enquiry
Enter India with PM MITRA
Share your country, category and investment. Virtual meetings available before any site visit.
International investor enquiry
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How it works
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Share your requirement
Country, category and expected investment.
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Virtual meeting
Discuss fit before any travel.
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Site visit on request
Arrangements depend on the project stage.
FAQs
Invest in India textile manufacturing: FAQs
Can a foreign company invest in India textile manufacturing?
Textile and apparel manufacturing is generally open to foreign investment, subject to the applicable FDI policy and approvals. Confirm the current position with DPIIT and your legal advisors.
Which entry structure is right for my company?
It depends on control, capital, speed and risk appetite. Choose between a subsidiary, joint venture or contract manufacturing with legal and tax advice.
Does PM MITRA Park offer incentives to foreign investors?
Central and state categories may apply to eligible projects regardless of origin. Eligibility, conditions and caps follow the applicable policies; no incentive is promised here.
Can buyers source from the park without building a factory?
Yes — through buying offices, vendor development or contract manufacturing.
How do I start as an overseas investor?
Submit the enquiry form with your country, category and expected investment. The team can arrange virtual meetings before any site visit.
Next step
Bring your manufacturing to India
Manufacturing, sourcing, JVs or export — start with a conversation.