EconomyFriday, 13 March 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/13-march-2026-daily-current-affairs
Bharat Tex 2026 launched; 14–17 July 2026 fair to host 1,30,000 visitors
Bharat Tex 2026 was launched as a global textile fair to be held in New Delhi in July 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh launched Bharat Tex 2026, which is scheduled for 14–17 July 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Key specifics
- The event is projected to attract over 1,30,000 trade visitors.
- It will host 3,500 business exhibitors and 7,000 international buyers from more than 140 countries.
- Bharat Tex 2026 will cover fibres, yarns, fabrics, apparel, fashion, home textiles, technical textiles, handicrafts and handlooms.
- The fair aligns with the Prime Minister’s 5F vision and the Make in India spirit.
- The Bharat Tex Trade Federation (BTTF) is organising the event with 11 textile-related Export Promotion Councils.
Exam lens
TNPSC may ask: economy and industry, Bharat Tex 2026, 14–17 July 2026, Bharat Mandapam, 1,30,000 visitors. One-liner: India is positioning textiles as a global value-chain sector through a large integrated fair.