(MENAFN- KNN India)
Coimbatore, Jul 26 (KNN)
In a significant move that promises to reshape the cotton and textile landscape in India, three prominent Tamil Nadu-based textile associations have entered into strategic agreements with the Madhya Pradesh government.
The memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were signed on Thursday in Coimbatore, marking a new chapter in inter-state cooperation for agricultural and industrial development.
The Southern India Mills' Association (SIMA), the Indian Cotton Federation (ICF), and the Tiruppur Exporters' Association (TEA) have each committed to distinct yet interconnected initiatives that aim to bolster cotton cultivation and textile manufacturing in Madhya Pradesh.
SIMA and ICF have pledged to focus on promoting the cultivation of Extra Long Staple (ELS) cotton, a premium variety for which Madhya Pradesh is renowned.
J. Thulasidharan, chairman of the ICF, highlighted the state's prowess in growing the finest ELS cotton in India, noting the strong demand fr0m Tamil Nadu's textile mills.
The Federation's involvement will extend to improving cotton acreage and yield, as well as establishing a Cotton Development Board in Madhya Pradesh.
As part of its commitment, SIMA plans to set up demonstration farms to showcase select cotton seeds, with intentions to expand into commercial distribution. This move is expected to introduce advanced agricultural practices and high-yield seed varieties to Madhya Pradesh's cotton farmers.
Meanwhile, the TEA has outlined a comprehensive plan to boost garment manufacturing in Madhya Pradesh. The association will facilitate the establishment and expansion of garment units, promote investment opportunities, and work on developing skill enhancement facilities.
Additionally, TEA will offer consultancy services, support the creation of plug-and-play facilities, and assist in planning garment clusters within the state.
These partnerships represent a strategic alignment of interests between Tamil Nadu's established textile ecosystem and Madhya Pradesh's agricultural strengths.
By leveraging each other's expertise, the collaborations aim to create a more integrated and efficient cotton-to-garment supply chain, potentially positioning India more competitively in the global textile market.
The signing of these MoUs signals a proactive approach by both the associations and the Madhya Pradesh government to address challenges in the textile sector, fr0m raw material production to finished goods manufacturing.
(KNN Bureau)
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