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Arti Kanwar Appointed Additional Secretary In Ministry Of Textiles To Drive Policy Momentum

• By  Textile Excellence
• April 08, 2026

Arti Kanwar has been appointed Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Textiles, strengthening administrative leadership at a critical phase for the sector’s global expansion. A 2001 batch IAS officer, she brings extensive governance experience across infrastructure, finance, and industrial policy domains.

The appointment comes as India targets US$100 billion in textile exports over the medium term, supported by Production Linked Incentive schemes, PM MITRA parks, and ongoing trade negotiations. India’s textile and apparel exports stood near US$36 billion in FY2025, contributing around 2.3% to GDP and employing over 45 million people directly.

Kanwar is expected to play a key role in accelerating policy execution, enhancing ease of doing business, and strengthening global competitiveness amid shifting trade dynamics. Focus areas are likely to include sustainability compliance, value chain integration, and export diversification as global sourcing patterns continue to evolve.

Kanwar is expected to play a key role in accelerating policy execution, enhancing ease of doing business, and strengthening global competitiveness amid shifting trade dynamics. Focus areas are likely to include sustainability compliance, value chain integration, and export diversification as global sourcing patterns continue to evolve.