Textiles Ministry Approves Start-Up Grants and B.Tech Courses in Technical Textiles
The Ministry of Textiles, under the leadership of its Secretary, convened the 8th Empowered Programme Committee (EPC) meeting today at Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi. The meeting focused on advancing India’s technical textiles sector, which is poised to play a significant role in the nation’s industrial and educational landscape.
In a significant move to foster innovation, the committee approved grants of approximately INR 50 lakhs each to four promising start-ups under the ‘Grant for Research & Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles (GREAT)’ scheme. These start-ups are working on cutting-edge projects in key strategic areas such as composites, sustainable textiles, and smart textiles, which are critical for the growth and modernization of the industry.
In a parallel development aimed at strengthening the academic infrastructure, the EPC also sanctioned a grant of approximately INR 20 crores to five educational institutes. These funds will be used to introduce specialized B.Tech courses in technical textiles. The new courses will cover various applications including geotextiles, geosynthetics, composites, and civil structures, reflecting the growing importance of technical textiles in multiple sectors.
This initiative aligns with the broader goals of the National Technical Textiles Mission, which seeks to position India as a global leader in technical textiles by promoting innovation, research, and education. The introduction of these courses is expected to build a strong foundation for the next generation of engineers and innovators in the technical textiles domain.
By empowering start-ups and academic institutions alike, the Ministry of Textiles is taking decisive steps to ensure that India not only meets its domestic demands but also becomes a key player in the global technical textiles market.
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