The Make in India initiative, launched by the Indian government, has provided several benefits & advantages for clothing manufacturers and factories in India.Here’s a detailed explanation of where and how t-shirts manufacturers in India can avail benefits under the Make in India initiative:
1. Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles
- What it Offers: Financial incentives to boost the production of man-made fiber (MMF) apparel, technical textiles, and MMF fabrics.
- Where to Apply:
- Ministry of Textiles’ official website or regional textile offices.
- Contact the Textile Commissioner’s Office in your region.
- How to Avail:
- Register and apply under the PLI portal for textiles.
- Submit proof of production, investments, and export targets.
- Maintain compliance with scheme norms and report performance.
2. Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS)
- What it Offers: Capital investment subsidy for upgrading manufacturing machinery and technology.
- Where to Apply:
- Contact the Ministry of Textiles or its regional offices.
- Visit the Office of the Textile Commissioner website.
- How to Avail:
- Submit proposals detailing planned investments.
- Provide quotations for machinery, and invoices post-installation.
- Ensure compliance with the prescribed technical guidelines.
3. Integrated Textile Parks (SITP)
- What it Offers: State-of-the-art infrastructure like industrial sheds, water supply, power, and logistics hubs.
- Where to Apply:
- Visit the Ministry of Textiles’ official site.
- Regional development authorities or state governments.
- How to Avail:
- Propose a project as a group of entrepreneurs or companies.
- Seek approvals through state-level nodal agencies (SLNAs).
- Financial assistance is provided post-approval.
4. Duty Drawback and Export Promotion Schemes
- What it Offers: Refunds on customs and excise duties for exporters. Schemes include RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products) and Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS).
- Where to Apply:
- Through the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
- Register on the DGFT portal (https://dgft.gov.in/).
- How to Avail:
- Submit shipping bills, export data, and tax documents.
- Register for an Importer-Exporter Code (IEC).
- Apply for refunds through the RoDTEP or MEIS portal.
5. Skill Development Programs
- What it Offers: Training for workers under schemes like Integrated Skill Development Scheme (ISDS) and Skill India Mission.
- Where to Apply:
- Regional Skill Councils or Textile Sector Skill Council (TSSC).
- National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) website.
- How to Avail:
- Enroll workers in training programs online or via TSSC.
- Companies can partner with training providers to upskill staff.
6. Financial Support for MSMEs
- What it Offers: Loans, subsidies, and reduced interest rates under schemes like MUDRA Loans and the Credit Guarantee Fund Scheme for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE).
- Where to Apply:
- Banks (like SBI, ICICI, or regional rural banks).
- SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India) for textile-focused loans.
- How to Avail:
- Apply for loans at registered banks or through the MUDRA portal.
- Submit project reports, business plans, and financial documents.
7. Export Facilitation via SEZs and FTAs
- What it Offers: Tax exemptions and tariff-free access to export markets.
- Where to Apply:
- Contact regional Special Economic Zone (SEZ) offices.
- Visit the website of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- How to Avail:
- Register as an SEZ unit for tax and export benefits.
- Collaborate with the Export Promotion Councils (EPC) for market access.
8. Sustainable Manufacturing Support
- What it Offers: Assistance for adopting eco-friendly and green technologies.
- Where to Apply:
- Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) or through partnerships with UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization).
- Check schemes like Sustainable and Accelerated Adoption of Efficient Textile Technologies (SAATHI).
- How to Avail:
- Apply via industry associations like CII or FICCI.
- Present detailed plans for green technology adoption.
9. Cluster Development Support
- What it Offers: Financial assistance to build or upgrade textile clusters, including support for raw material procurement, design, and marketing.
- Where to Apply:
- Ministry of Textiles or state textile departments.
- Contact associations like AEPC (Apparel Export Promotion Council).
- How to Avail:
- Form a cluster of manufacturers and apply for financial aid.
- Ensure compliance with cluster development project guidelines.
10. FDI Support
- What it Offers: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) with minimal restrictions for joint ventures and expansions.
- Where to Apply:
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) or Invest India portal.
- How to Avail:
- Submit proposals or partnership agreements.
- Ensure compliance with FDI norms.
11. State-Specific Benefits
- What it Offers: Many states like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Maharashtra provide region-specific subsidies, tax exemptions, and support for textile units.
- Where to Apply:
- State-level industries departments or textile boards.
- For example, Tamil Nadu’s New Textile Policy or Gujarat’s Garment & Apparel Policy.
- How to Avail:
- Approach the respective state department for scheme guidelines.
- Submit business proposals and register your enterprise under the state’s industrial promotion programs.
Contact Points
- Ministry of Textiles: https://texmin.nic.in/
- Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT): https://dgft.gov.in/
- Textile Commissioner’s Office: Regional offices across India.
- Invest India Portal: https://www.investindia.gov.in/
- Export Promotion Councils: AEPC (Apparel Export Promotion Council), HEPC (Handloom Export Promotion Council), and others.
By following these steps and utilizing the respective channels, clothing manufacturers can fully leverage the benefits & advantages under the Make in India initiative.
