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In order to create a robust operational framework to strengthen the textile data systems, the Union Textile Ministry has signed econom) with 15 states, marking a transformative step toward evidence-based policymaking. This MoUs were signed under the Textiles-focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning And Start-Up (Tex-RAMPS) scheme, which aims to improve the comprehensiveness, quality, commitment, and reliability of textile-related products and research. 

The Ministry is providing financial assistance through an annual grant of Rs 12 lakh to each State or Union Territory (UT) under Tex-RAMPS scheme. Furthermore, recognizing that the industry’s core strength resides in its regional clusters, the initiative extends its reach to the grassroots level. This includes an extra grant of Rs 1 lakh per year provided for each district, which will be distributed based on the development and execution of specific district action plans.

The Ministry stated that these MoUs embody the spirit of cooperative federalism. By strengthening the Textiles Statistical System, the government aims to bridge existing data gaps and ensure that the roadmap toward a $350 billion industry is backed by robust, real-time insights.