Parliament Question: Textile Value Chain

**Executive Summary** This document is the answer to Unstarred Question No. 296 addressed to the Minister of Textiles, concerning the implementation of the PM MITRA Parks Scheme, particularly in Madhya Pradesh, and related proposals in the Khajuraho Lok Sabha Constituency. The government approved the establishment of 7 PM MITRA Parks with a budget outlay of Rs. 4,445 Cr for the period 2021-22 to 2027-28. The foundation stone for PM MITRA Park in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, was laid on September 17th, 2025. **Key Points / Main Content** * **PM MITRA Parks Scheme:** * The government is implementing the PM MITRA Parks Scheme to strengthen the textile value chain. * The scheme aims to attract investment, boost employment generation, and position the Indian textile sector strongly in the global market. * Seven PM MITRA Parks have been approved for establishment in Greenfield/Brownfield sites with world-class infrastructure and plug-and-play facilities. * The outlay for the scheme is Rs. 4,445 Cr for the period 2021-22 to 2027-28. * **Park Locations:** * The Ministry received 18 proposals from 13 states. * Seven sites were finalized for the parks: Madhya Pradesh (Dhar), Telangana (Warangal), Gujarat (Navsari), Karnataka (Kalaburagi), Tamil Nadu (Virudhunagar), Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow), and Maharashtra (Amravati). * The foundation stone for the PM MITRA Park in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, was laid on September 17th, 2025. * **Financial Details:** * A Detailed Project Report (DPR) worth Rs. 2,063 cr. has been approved for the Dhar Park. * Investment proposals worth Rs. 14,099 cr have been received so far. * **Current Status:** * Currently, there are no other proposals under consideration to set up any PM MITRA parks other than the ones mentioned. * There is no proposal under consideration to set up a PM MITRA Park in Katni, Panna, or Khajuraho town of the Khajuraho Lok Sabha Constituency. **Impact Analysis** **Textile Industry Stakeholders** * **Impact:** Will benefit from improved infrastructure, increased investment, and enhanced global competitiveness of the Indian textile sector. It allows access to plug-and-play facilities, attracting greater investments and boosting employment. * **Action Required:** Monitor the development of the PM MITRA parks and leverage the new infrastructure to expand operations and enhance market presence. **Madhya Pradesh (Dhar) Stakeholders** * **Impact:** Benefits from the establishment of the PM MITRA Park, which promises substantial investment (Rs. 14,099 cr proposals) and enhanced employment opportunities. The Dhar region benefits from approved project report worth Rs. 2,063 cr. * **Action Required:** Ensure efficient utilization of the park's infrastructure and attract further investments to maximize the economic benefits. **Katni, Panna, and Khajuraho Stakeholders** * **Impact:** No immediate impact, as there is no proposal for a PM MITRA Park in these locations. * **Action Required:** Continue to explore opportunities for future development initiatives and potentially submit proposals for consideration in future phases of the scheme. **Other Selected States (Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra) Stakeholders** * **Impact:** Benefits from the establishment of PM MITRA parks * **Action Required:** Ensure efficient utilization of the park's infrastructure and attract further investments to maximize the economic benefits.

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