Sameer Pushp

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[Sameer Pushp @sameerpushp]

Excited to announce that I will be participating and sharing my thoughts during the MSME Day at the 'MSME Exchange 2026', hosted by the i2i Foundation! 🌐

I’ll share my thoughts on a critical challenge facing the MSMEs sector: bridging the gap between targets and impact.

[Textiles Committee @TexComIndia]

Textiles Committee, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India organised a Roadshow on the Textile Export Facilitation Centre (TEFC) and a Stakeholders’ Consultation Meeting at Surat on 16 March 2026.

The programme was graced by Smt. Vrunda Manohar Desai, IRS, Textile Commissioner, Government of India, Mumbai as the Chief Guest. Shri Nikhil K. Madrasi, President, Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry; Shri Shaleen Toshniwal, Chairman, MATEXIL; and Shri Ashok V. Jirawala, Vice President, Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry addressed the gathering as Guests of Honour.

Shri Jayadratha Devbarman, Director, Textiles Committee welcomed the participants. Shri Kartikay Dhanda, Secretary, Textiles Committee delivered the keynote address highlighting the role of TEFC in supporting textile exporters, particularly MSMEs, while Shri R. Chandran, Joint Director presented the objectives and services offered by the Centre.

The stakeholders’ consultation session provided an interactive platform for exporters, manufacturers, and industry representatives to engage with officials of the Textiles Committee.

The programme witnessed participation from around 180 exporters, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders, who benefited from the roadshow and discussions.

The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Shri Brijesh K. Shukla, Assistant Director, Textiles Committee.

#TextilesCommittee #TEFC #TextileExports #MSME #TextileIndustry #Surat

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), congratulated Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri @narendramodi for a fruitful AI Conference. The session was highly impactful and productive, which brought together global leaders, innovators, and industry stakeholders on a common platform to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence.
The successful organisation of the AI Summit reflects India’s growing leadership and credibility in the global technology ecosystem and showcases the country’s remarkable prowess in AI, digital innovation, and emerging technologies.
Advancements in AI and technology will play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness across sectors, including textiles and apparel.

[ET SME @ET_RISE]

.@aepcindia highlighted the performance of India’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) #exports, reflecting both the resilience of the sector and the challenges arising from global market volatility.

#apparel #MSMEs

https://t.co/LIyvGfL6SQ

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal

Joint tech cooperation to power AI, innovation, and future-ready growth.

#BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #IndiaOnTheMove #ViksitBharat

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal
Reciprocal tariffs slashed to 18%, boosting Indian exports across textiles, footwear, machinery, chemicals, home décor, and artisanal products.
A strong step toward global competitiveness and export-led growth.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #IndianExports #GlobalTrade #ExportGrowth

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal
Addressing non-tariff barriers to boost exports, expand market access, reduce compliance burdens, and create massive employment opportunities.
A major push for export-led growth.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #DigitalIndia #MakeInIndia
@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal Aligning standards, accelerating exports, and boosting ease of doing business. A major step toward stronger global trade and MSME growth.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #IndiaUSRelations #GlobalTrade #InternationalTrade

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

AEPC expresses sincere gratitude for the landmark India–US Trade Agreement, a defining step toward India’s leadership in global textile trade.
Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, AEPC, extends heartfelt appreciation to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership and to Hon’ble Commerce & Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal for his relentless efforts in successfully concluding this historic agreement.
The coming decade is set to be India’s decade in textile trade.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #AEPC #TextileExports #GlobalTrade #MakeInIndia #ViksitBharat

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

A historic milestone for India’s textile & apparel sector.
The India–US Trade Agreement marks the beginning of a golden decade, boosting global competitiveness, empowering MSMEs, creating jobs (especially for women), supporting farmers, and easing non-tariff barriers.
India is set to emerge as the world’s most trusted sourcing hub.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #TextileIndustry #ApparelExports
#AEPC #MakeInIndia #ExportGrowth

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada
@USAmbIndia

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

The India–US Trade Deal marks a major boost for jobs, MSMEs, and farmers, unlocking immense opportunities across the entire textile and apparel value chain.
With reduced non-tariff barriers, improved trade facilitation, and stronger market access, this agreement sets the stage for inclusive growth and employment, especially for women and rural India.
India is ready to lead the next wave of global sourcing

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #TextileIndustry #ApparelExports #MSMEGrowth #WomenEmployment #FarmerWelfare

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada
@USAmbIndia

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal: A Historic Milestone for Apparel Exports
AEPC Chairman Dr. A. Sakthivel welcomes the India–US Joint Statement on the trade deal, including the revocation of the 25% additional duty, marking a decisive step forward for India’s textile and apparel sector.
This landmark agreement strengthens India’s position as a preferred global sourcing destination and opens new growth avenues for exporters, MSMEs, and women-led employment.
India is poised to emerge as one of the most trusted sourcing hubs worldwide.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #AEPC #ApparelExports
#TextileIndustry #GlobalSourcing

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

Boosting Digital India by accelerating access to ICT goods, strengthening electronics & semiconductor value chains, and pushing data centre growth.
Empowering MSMEs, startups, and consumers while building a stronger digital Bharat.

#IndiaUSTradeDeal #DigitalIndia #MakeInIndia
#SemiconductorMission #ElectronicsManufacturing

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

A heartfelt gratitude from the textile & apparel industry to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi for his visionary leadership, and to Hon’ble Commerce & Industry Minister Shri @PiyushGoyal and Hon’ble Textiles Minister Shri @girirajsinghbjp for their relentless efforts in successfully concluding key trade deals with the US, EU, UK, EFTA countries, New Zealand and Oman.

These landmark agreements will unlock new growth avenues across the entire farm-to-fashion value chain, strengthen India’s global market access, and generate massive employment opportunities, especially for women.

India is steadily emerging as the world’s most reliable sourcing hub for textiles and apparel.

#AEPC #TextileIndustry #ApparelExports #TradeDeals #ViksitBharat #MakeInIndia

@FieoHq @HEPC_India @epchindia @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyalOffc @DoC_GoI @cmaiofficial @ficci_india @FinMinIndia @MithileshwarT

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

A Boom Period for Textiles" – AEPC Chairman Welcomes India-US Trade Deal
"We are jumping with joy... We had reached a saturation point, but this deal brings a boom period for us."
With the US market worth $5.5 Billion to Indian exporters, this deal is set to revive the industry!

#AEPC #IndiaUSTradeDeal #textileindustry #businessnewsuk #NDTV #GoodNews #Economy
@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada
@NDTVProfitIndia

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

AEPC Chairman A. Sakthivel hails the new India-US trade agreement as a "big breakthrough" that will save buyer relationships and jumpstart the textile sector.

#IndianTextiles #GarmentIndustry #ExportBoost #EconomicGrowth #MakeInIndia #BusinessNews

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

India–US Trade Deal: A Major Boost for India’s Apparel Exports

The breakthrough in India–US trade negotiations is a timely and welcome development for the Indian apparel industry. Improved trade terms will enhance competitiveness in our largest export market, attract fresh investments, and generate employment, particularly in labour-intensive segments.

AEPC thanks the visionary leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi and the Hon’ble Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri @PiyushGoyal for making this possible.

#IndiaUSTrade #indiaustradedeal

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

The US has immediately reduced reciprocal tariff on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, while waiving off the other 25 per cent tariffs imposed on the country for purchasing Russian oil.

READ FULL STORY : https://t.co/f6awiFKnce

#apparelexport #textilesexport #textilenews #apparelnews

@girirajsinghbjp @FieoHq @CMAI_Official @HEPC_India @epchindia @TPCI_ @TexMinIndia @PiyushGoyal @DoC_GoI @MithileshwarT @AMHSSCIndia @JitinPrasada

[A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC @aepcindia]

The conclusion of the India–US Trade Deal marks a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral economic engagement and creating new opportunities for our export sectors. For the Indian apparel industry, this development comes at a crucial time when global demand is facing headwinds and competitiveness has become increasingly dependent on preferential market access. This agreement is more than a trade decision—it is a strategic opportunity to unlock India’s true potential in global apparel value chains.

- Dr A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC

[Ministry of Textiles @TexMinIndia]

Hon’ble Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singhji, reviewed the activities of the Office of the Textile Commissioner during his visit to Mumbai today, in the presence of Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary (Textiles).

Smt. Vrunda Desai, Textile Commissioner, briefed the Hon’ble Minister on the revamped roles and responsibilities of the office, aligned with the vision of achieving a US$ 350 billion textile economy by 2030. Key initiatives highlighted included the ITADC Erode pilot project, strengthening of the textile data ecosystem (Powerloom App, TSRS revamp, fibre mapping), and progress under ATUFS.

The Hon’ble Minister appreciated the measurable progress, emphasized the pivotal role of ITADCs, and reaffirmed the Ministry’s continued support to strengthen implementation and accelerate reforms across the textile sector.
@PIB_India @PIBTextiles @TexComIndia @NIFT_HO @girirajsinghbjp @PmargheritaBJP