SRTEPC honours outstanding export performances: A Celebration of Excellence

The Synthetic & Rayon Textiles Export Promotion Council (SRTEPC) recently orchestrated its prestigious Annual Export Award Function at Hotel Taj Lands End, Mumbai, on January 4, 2024. The event aimed to recognize and applaud exporters for their remarkable contributions to the textile industry during the fiscal year 2022-23. Graced by the esteemed presence of Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles, the occasion garnered significance and grandeur.

Keynote Address by Chief Guest

Piyush Goyal, in his keynote address, extended a warm welcome to industry stalwarts, award winners, members of the Committee of Administration, and Roop Rashi, Textile Commissioner. He lauded Bhadresh Dodhia, Chairman of SRTEPC, for exemplary leadership and acknowledged the Council’s significant role in promoting the sector. The Minister commended the industry’s resilience amid the uncertainties of the pandemic and emphasized the sector’s vital role in India’s ambitious economic growth targets.

Piyush Goyal put forth several recommendations for the industry:

• Urged members to support for domestic procurement and value addition
• Proposed the introduction of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) across the textile value chain, including raw materials and end products
• Emphasized the importance of investments, self-reliance, and the role of the NTTM Mission in fostering technological advancements
• Encouraged active participation in the Samarth program and highlighted the underutilization of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), urging EPCs to collaborate for better utilization
• Proposed the establishment of a ‘Bharat Park’ in the UAE to boost exports and explored innovative ideas for industry expansion

He concluded with a call to action for Award Winners, encouraging them to intensify efforts and secure more accolades in the competitive global landscape.

Chairman’s Address – Envisioning Growth in MMF Textile Exports

Bhadresh Dodhia, Chairman of SRTEPC, expressed gratitude to Piyush Goyal’s presence and congratulated award winners for their exceptional export performances despite global challenges. He provided insights into the upcoming Bharat Tex event and set ambitious targets for MMF and Technical Textile exports by 2030.

Dodhia mentioned about the challenges faced by exporters, including GST-related issues and the impact of the Red Sea Crisis on sea freight rates. He urged for unified GST rates across the MMF textile value chain and to include a very important sector in Technical Textiles i.e. FIBC under the ROSCTL Scheme.
Welcome Speech by Convenor

Dhiraj R. Shah, Convenor of the Export Award Sub-Committee, welcomed attendees and acknowledged the Hon’ble Minister, Piyush Goyal’s contribution to achieving the country’s export targets. He highlighted the achievements of Rakesh Mehra, honored for exemplary contributions to the MMF textile industry.

Award Ceremony Highlights

SRTEPC felicitated over 50 Export Awards and 5 Certificates for the fiscal year 2022-23. Exporters from various categories, large, small, medium and micro sector were extended awards through the hands of the Hon’ble CIM, Piyush Goyal.

On the occasion, Rakesh Mehra, Chairman of M/s. Banswara Syntex Ltd. was extended the Exemplary Contribution Award for his brilliant contribution to the development of the MMF textiles & clothing sector and Neha Jhunjhunwala was recognized as an outstanding Woman Entrepreneur. VJTI students were also acknowledged for their contributions to textile engineering.

Vote of Thanks

Shaleen Toshniwal, Vice Chairman of SRTEPC, expressed gratitude to Piyush Goyal for his presence and congratulated Award Winners. He highlighted the need for ambitious goals and collaboration within the textile industry. Toshniwal extended thanks to Roop Rashi, Textile Commissioner, and all stakeholders for their support in making the award function a success. In conclusion, the event showcased the resilience and achievements of the textile industry, setting the stage for continued growth and excellence.

SRTEPC Awards Winners List 2022-23: Recognizing Excellence in Textile Exports

In a ceremony of prestige and achievement, the Synthetic & Rayon Textiles Export Promotion Council (SRTEPC) proudly acknowledges outstanding performers in the textile industry for the fiscal year 2022-23. The recipients of these prestigious awards, spanning various categories, have demonstrated unparalleled dedication and excellence in their export endeavors.

SRTEPC Special Award ( Overall Export Performance)		Knitted Fabrics
Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Goyal KnitfabPvt.Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Grasim Industries Ltd.	Silver Trophy	Deven Textile Industries Pvt.Ltd.	Silver Trophy
Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited	Bronze Trophy	Fabric-Based Made Ups
RSWM Ltd.	Brass Trophy	D’Décor Home Fabrics Pvt.Ltd. Gold Trophy
Merchant Exporter		Kishorilal Shyamsunder	Silver Trophy
Le Merite Exports Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Home Furnishings And Embroidered/Value-Added Textiles
Alltex Exim Private Limited	Silver Trophy	D’Décor Home Fabrics Pvt.Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Rughani Brothers	Bronze Trophy	Vaibhav Exports	Silver Trophy
Polyester Staple Fibre		Platinum Textile World	Bronze Trophy
Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Micro &Small Scale Sector
Viscose Staple Fibre		Sunrise Export	Gold Trophy
Grasim Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Siddhachal Textile Pvt.Ltd.                                                           Silver Trophy
Continuous Yarn		Alltex Exim Private Limited	Bronze Trophy
Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Merchant Exporter Fabrics
Wellknown Polyesters Limited	Silver Trophy	Sunrise Export	Gold Trophy
Dodhia Synthetics Ltd.	Bronze Trophy	Amber Exports (India)	Silver Trophy
Continuous Viscose Yarn		Atlas Exports (India)                                                                    Bronze Trophy
Grasim Industries Ltd.,  VFY Business	Gold Trophy	Merchant Exporter Made-Ups
Continuous Nylon Yarn		Tulip Garment Accessories	Gold Trophy
Shiven Yarn Private Limited	Gold Trophy	Shreekrishna Dyeing & Printing Works	Silver Trophy
Continuous Polypropylene Yarn		Exports of Fibre/Yarn To “Focus LAC” Countries
Daman Polythread Private Limited	Gold Trophy	Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Spun Yarn		Exports of Fabrics/Made-Ups To “Focus LAC” Countries
RSWM Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Shomer Exports	Gold Trophy
Banswara Syntex Limited	Silver Trophy	Exports of Fibre/Yarn To “Focus Africa” Countries
Man-Made Fibre Yarn Blended With Natural Fibre		Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Vardhman Textiles Limited	Gold Trophy	Exports of Fabrics/Made-Ups To “Focus Africa” Countries
Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited	Silver Trophy	V-Tex Overseas Private Limited	Gold Trophy
Sewing Thread/Embroidery Thread/Metallic Yarn		Exports of Fibre/Yarn To “Focus SAARC” Countries
Sumilon Industries Pvt.Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Reliance Industries Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Synthetic & Rayon Dyed Yarns		Exports of Fabrics/Made-Ups To “Focus SAARC” Countries
Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited	Gold Trophy	Saam Textiles Pvt. Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Dodhia Synthetics Ltd.	Silver Trophy	Speciality& Innovative MMF Products
Synthetic & Rayon Filament Fabrics		Alltex Exim Private Limited	Gold Trophy
D’Décor Home Fabrics Pvt.Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Certificate Of Merit
D Décor Exports Pvt.Ltd.	Silver Trophy	Jiwrajka Textile Industries
Synthetic & Rayon Spun Fabrics		Rishab World
Saam Textiles Pvt. Ltd.	Gold Trophy	Fuego Tex
Banswara Syntex Limited	Silver Trophy	Bluesky Enterprise
Blended Fabrics Of Synthetic Fibre And Natural Fibres		Siddhgiri Fabrics Pvt.Ltd.
D’Décor Home Fabrics Pvt.Ltd.	Gold Trophy
Vardhman Textiles Limited	Silver Trophy

These awards reflect the commitment, innovation, and resilience displayed by the textile industry in navigating the global market and contributing to India’s growth as a textile powerhouse. Congratulations to all the recipients for their well-deserved recognition and excellence in textile exports.