Government Likely to Revise PLI Scheme for Manmade Fibre Textiles

The Union Ministry of Textiles is expected to announce a revised Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the textile sector, specifically focusing on manmade fibre (MMF) and technical textiles. The revisions aim to make the scheme more flexible and industry-friendly. Proposed changes include adding new HSN codes for MMF apparel and fabrics and lowering investment thresholds. For instance, investment criteria may be revised to ₹150 crore and ₹50 crore for different parts of the scheme. These changes are intended to attract investments from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and boost growth in the sector.

Key Points

  • The PLI scheme for textiles is being updated to include more products under MMF and technical textiles categories.
  • Lowering investment thresholds to ₹50 crore and ₹150 crore will help MSMEs participate in the scheme.
  • The goal is to enhance India's competitiveness in the global textile market and drive growth in MMF.
  • The scheme will include eight new HSN codes for MMF apparel and nine for MMF fabrics.

Exam Facts

  • Investment criteria revised to ₹150 crore and ₹50 crore
  • 10% incremental turnover required
  • Focus on MMF (Manmade Fibre) and Technical Textiles
  • Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme

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All current affairs of 3 October 2025