Cotton production in India

Facts for Prelims (FFP)

 

Source: TH

 Context: India aims to become the largest global cotton producer.

  • India is currently the second-largest cotton producer with the largest cultivation area, and need to enhance productivity, following the model of countries like Australia.
  • The Indian textile industry is striving to achieve a target of $250 billion by 2030, with $100 billion in exports.