The Ministry of Textilesis responsible for policy formulation, planning, development export promotionand trade regulation in respect of the textile sector. This includedall natural and manmade cellulosic fibres that go into the making of textiles,clothing and handicrafts.

The Ministryof Textiles is headed by a Secretary who is assisted in the discharge ofhis duties by 4 Joint Secretaries, Economic Advisor and the DevelopmentCommissioners for Handlooms and Handicrafts, Textile Commissioner and JuteCommissioner.   More detail...