India textile exports rise in September 2026

India’s textile and apparel exports rose 17.5% year-on-year to $3.1 billion in September 2026, but weaker apparel shipments limited the sector’s overall growth during the first half of FY27.

Textile exports increased 19.9% to $1.9 billion in September, while apparel exports rose 13.7% to $1.1 billion. Combined exports were valued at $2.6 billion in September 2025.