The CITI Textile Sustainability Awards 2024 saw the presence of Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Textiles, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Commerce & Industry. In his address, he highlighted the importance of:
- Global Focus: The textile industry needs to target international markets to enhance competitiveness.
- Leadership Potential:Â Bharat Tex 2024Â signifies the sector’s potential to become a global leader.
- Collaboration for Growth: Working together and understanding the value chain can make textiles a driving force for the nation’s GDP.
Focus on international markets to push textile industry to be more competitive: Union Minister @PiyushGoyal during his address at the CITI Textile Sustainability Awards 2024
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Applauding CITI’s efforts, Shri Goyal expressed confidence in their contribution to:
- Industry growth
- Employment opportunities for young people
- Serving the global textile landscape
He also acknowledged CITI’s officials for their valuable contribution in guiding the government’s textile industry growth initiatives.
The award ceremony recognized outstanding achievements in various sustainability aspects, including:
- Social responsibility & green practices
- Innovative material management
- Recycling efforts
- Alternative materials usage
- Sustainable retail practices
- Women entrepreneurship in sustainability & social impact
- Human resource practices
- Exemplary service to the textile industry
Each category emphasized the importance of:
- Fostering sustainability
- Encouraging innovation
- Promoting responsible business practices in the textile sector.
Other dignitaries who addressed the event included:
- Shri Rakesh Mehra, Chairman of CITI (welcome address)
- Smt. Darshana Vikram Jardosh, Minister of State for Textiles and Railways (keynote address)
- Shri Ashwin Chandran, Deputy Chairman of CITI (concluding remarks)
The event concluded with gratitude expressed to all participants, sponsors, and stakeholders who contributed to its success, emphasizing the collective effort in advancing sustainable practices within the textile industry.