Archive · 17 Jun 2025
India's Ready-Made Garment Exports Experience Strong Growth
Ready Made Garment (RMG) exports from India are doing well!
In May 2025, they went up by 11%, reaching $1.5 billion.
This growth is part of a larger trend, with exports for April and May combined increasing by 13%.
This positive performance is encouraging for the industry, which is working towards its annual export goal.
Trade agreements with the UK and the US are also expected to help increase exports.
RMG exports in May 2025 increased 11% to $1.5 billion.
Cumulative RMG exports for April-May 2025-26 reached $3 billion, a 13% rise.
The growth trend indicates positive momentum for future exports.
AEPC Vice Chairman expressed confidence in achieving the export target.
Free Trade Agreements with the UK and potentially the US are expected to benefit Indian exporters.
- Who
- Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC)
- What
- Increased Ready Made Garment (RMG) exports.
- When
- May 2025, April-May 2025-26
- Where
- India
- Why
- Reflects the sector's strong performance and the potential benefits of trade agreements.
Optimistic outlook
None
Impact of trade agreements
Optimistic outlook
Positive expectations due to trade agreements with the UK and US.
None
No opposing viewpoint.
- May 2025 RMG Exports
- $1.5 billion
- May 2025 RMG Export Growth
- 11%
- April-May 2025-26 RMG Exports
- $3 billion
- April-May 2025-26 Export Growth
- 13%
- Expected Export Target
- ₹50,000 crore
Sources
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