The government approved 12 research projects worth ₹13.3 crore on 12th November, under the National Technical Textiles Mission. This decision was made by the 10th Mission Steering Group, led by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh.
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Why in the news? | The government approved 12 research projects worth ₹13.3 crore on 12th November, under the National Technical Textiles Mission. |
Focus Areas | Geotextiles, sustainable and smart textiles, composites. |
Research Institutions | IITs, NITs, CRRI, and other eminent research bodies. |
Total Approved Projects | 168 projects, totaling approximately ₹509 crore. |
National Technical Textiles Mission Goals | Enhance R&D capabilities, high-performance fiber development. |
Silk Production Target | 50,000 metric tonnes by 2030, aiming to generate 1 crore jobs. |
Technical Textiles Export Goal | $10 billion by 2030. |
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