Archive · 27 May 2025
SGCCI Seeks Removal of Textile Machinery Quality Control Order
The South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) wants the government to reconsider a rule called the Quality Control Order (QCO) on textile machinery.
They say this rule, if implemented, could make it difficult for businesses to import the machines they need.
The SGCCI argues that the textile industry is growing rapidly and needs to import machines not made in India.
They worry that the QCO could block payments and stop new projects.
They are asking for a chance to discuss these issues with the government to find a solution.
SGCCI raised concerns about the Quality Control Order (QCO) on textile machinery.
SGCCI argues the QCO will hinder the textile industry's growth.
The textile market is projected to reach $350 billion by 2030, requiring $15B investment.
Some essential machinery is not manufactured in India and requires imports.
SGCCI requested renewed consultation with user industries regarding the QCO.
- Who
- Representatives from the South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) and the Union Minister of Heavy Industries.
- What
- SGCCI is requesting removal of the Quality Control Order (QCO) on textile machinery.
- When
- The SGCCI representatives recently raised concerns. The QCO would impact machines delivered after August 28, 2025.
- Where
- New Delhi, India and South Gujarat.
- Why
- SGCCI wants to prevent negative impacts on the textile industry's growth and import of necessary machinery.
SGCCI's Stance
Government's Perspective
Quality Control Order (QCO)
SGCCI's Stance
SGCCI wants the QCO removed to facilitate machinery imports and industry growth.
Government's Perspective
The government's perspective is not stated in the article.
- Organization
- South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Industry
- Textile Machinery
- Current Textile Market Size
- $165 billion
- Projected Market Size by 2030
- $350 billion
- Machinery Investment Required
- $15 billion
- Impact Date for QCO
- August 28, 2025