Dr. A. Sakthivel has recently assumed charge as the Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) for a historic fifth term in January 2026. This comes at a critical time when India is aiming for $100 billion in textile exports by 2030.
Key Facts
- What is AEPC? Established in 1978, it is the official body for apparel exporters in India.
- Administrative Control: It operates under the aegis of the Ministry of Textiles.
- Strategic Role: It provides information to the trade and government, monitors export targets, and manages export promotion through international fairs.
- Significance: Dr. Sakthivel is credited with transforming Tiruppur into the "Knitwear Capital of India." His reappointment signals a focus on Man-Made Fibre (MMF) garments and Technical Textiles, which are currently underrepresented in India's export basket.
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
