Shri. Sudhir Sekhri, Treasurer, BTTF, Shri A Sakthivel, Chairman, BTTF, Shri Bhadresh Dodhia, Co-Chair, BTTF (Left to Right)
The Bharat Tex Trade Federation (BTTF) held its 12th Board Meeting on 28th October 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi, during which Dr. A. Sakthivel was elected as the new Chairman and Shri Bhadresh Dodhia was re-elected as the Co-Chairman, along with Shri Sudhir Sekhri as the Treasurer of BTTF.
The outgoing Chairman, Shri Naren Goenka, and Co-Chairman, Shri Bhadresh Dodhia, welcomed the newly elected leadership and conveyed their best wishes for the Federation’s continued growth and success. The transition marks an important step in furthering BTTF’s collective efforts to strengthen India’s position in the global textile and apparel industry.
Under the new leadership, BTTF will continue to work towards advancing India’s textile and apparel export potential, enhancing the global visibility of Indian textile products, and strengthening collaboration among industry stakeholders. The new management will build on the Federation’s existing initiatives to promote India as a globally competitive sourcing and manufacturing destination, while supporting greater market access, investment, innovation and international engagement across the textile value chain.
A key priority for the incoming leadership will be the successful organization of Bharat Tex 2027, scheduled to be held from 31 March to 3 April 2027. Supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, and organized by BTTF, Bharat Tex has emerged as a major global platform bringing together stakeholders from across the textile and apparel value chain. The upcoming edition will build on the success of previous three editions, with a continued focus on expanding international participation, facilitating business partnerships, promoting Indian textile capabilities and strengthening export opportunities.
Commenting on the leadership transition, the outgoing Chairman, Shri Naren Goenka, said, “It has been a privilege to lead the Bharat Tex Trade Federation and contribute to its efforts towards strengthening India’s textile and apparel industry on the global stage. I am confident that the incoming leadership will build on the progress made so far, deepen the buyer-connect and further advance India’s textile export ambitions. I extend my best wishes to the new leadership for its endeavours.”
Board members BTTF welcoming the new elected Chairman, Shri A Sakthivel
The incoming Chairman, Dr. A. Sakthivel, said, “I am honoured to take on the responsibility of leading the Bharat Tex Trade Federation at a pivotal time for India’s textile and apparel industry. Our focus will be on strengthening India’s position in global markets, expanding export opportunities and enhancing engagement with international buyers. Bharat Tex 2027 will be a key platform to showcase India’s capabilities, facilitate meaningful business partnerships and reinforce India’s standing as a leading global textile and apparel hub”. Dr. A. Sakthivel is also the Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC).
The Co-Chairman, Shri Bhadresh Dodhia, added, “Having served two terms as the Co-Chairman of BTTF, I am pleased to continue contributing to the Federation’s objectives and work alongside the new Chairman and the wider industry. Going forward, we will continue to focus on strengthening industry partnerships, enhancing international market linkages and ensuring that Bharat Tex 2027 delivers greater opportunities for Indian exporters and manufacturers”.
