From the clothes we wear daily to premium fashion brands, India’s garment industry is not just about basic clothing. These garment and textile companies are immensely important to the country’s economic growth in addition to being an integral part of our daily lives. Check out this guide that lists top garment companies that play an integral role in India’s economy.
Alok Industries
Industry: Garment, textile
Sub Industry: Yarn, fibre, thread, textile, accessories, readymade garments
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Silvassa / Dadra & Nagar Haveli – 396230
Established in 1986, this garment company has expanded into various sectors, including textiles, garments, apparel fabrics, and polyester yarns. It mainly supplies its products to manufacturers, exporters, importers, retailers, and top global brands. It is present in the domestic retail market through Alok H&A and internationally through Grabal Alok (UK). The company has over 200 outlets in the UK and has invested in commercial as well as residential projects in Mumbai.
Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company
Industry: Retail, garment, textile
Sub Industry: Furnishings, furniture, furnishing, sanitary outlets
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Mumbai- 400038
Established in 1879, Bombay Dyeing was started by Nowrosjee Wadia. The company was initially formed as a small hand-dyeing operation for Indian spun cotton yarn. Bombay Dyeing offers a variety of products, which are available in more than 350 exclusive Bombay Dyeing retail stores and over 2,000 multi-brand stores.
GHCL
Industry: Chemical, food, FMCG, garment, textile
Sub Industry: Industrial chemical, FMCG, yarn, fibre, thread, textile, accessories
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Noida – 201301
GHCL was founded in 1983 and currently is India’s largest manufacturer of Soda Ash, with its plant in Gujarat. It specialises in supplying detergents, glass, and ceramics to industries. GHCL’s Soda Ash, known as Lion, is available in grades like light and dense. It also produces Sodium Bicarbonate, which has a high demand in industries. In addition to the chemicals, the company also focuses on the consumer product sector, manufacturing and selling edible and industrial-grade salt under the i-FLO & Sapan brands.
KPR Mill
Industry: Food, FMCG, garment, textile
Sub Industry: Sugar, yarn, fibre, thread, textile, accessories, readymade garments
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 641018
Founded in 1984, KPR Mill is one of India’s largest vertically integrated public limited companies. It specialises in yarn, fabrics, garments, and white crystal sugar. With its excellent technology and automation, it focuses on manufacturing textile products, including knitted apparel, fabrics, and a range of yarns. The company is all set to expand into Ethiopia and step into the retail market.
Lux Industries
Industry: Garment, textile
Sub Industry: Readymade garments
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Kolkata- 700091
Established in 1957 as Biswanath Hosiery Mills, it was later transformed into Lux Industries in 1995. The company is a household name, being the most preferred innerwear brand across the country. Lux Industries delivers high-quality products with equipment sourced from industry leaders like Mayer & Cie, Morgan Tecnica, Unitex, and others. It uses premium cotton yarn from both India and abroad, resulting in its top-quality products.
Jindal Worldwide
Industry: Garment, textile
Sub Industry: Yarn, fibre, thread, textile, accessories
Company Type: India’s Top 500
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat – 380015
Founded in 1986, Jindal Textiles is a fabric manufacturer well-known in both Indian and international markets. It has a team of over 3,000 professionals and offers a variety of fabrics, designs, and vertically integrated yarn production. With collaborations with clients across North and South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, Jindal Textiles is the largest denim manufacturer in India.
FAQs
How does the garment industry impact India's economy?
Their contribution to India's GDP provides employment to millions and plays an important role in foreign exchange earnings.
Where are the major garment manufacturing hubs in India?
Cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai and Tirupur host numerous factories and textile units.
What types of clothing do Indian garment companies produce?
They produce a wide variety of clothing, including sarees, dresses, t-shirts, jeans, ethnic wear, and high-end fashion garments.
How do garment companies affect the real estate market?
These companies' success results in influencing property prices in the areas where they operate.
What is the future of India's garment industry?
As industries are adapting to technology, sustainable practices, and expanding their global reach, the future looks promising.
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