FUNCTIONAL TEXTILES & CLOTHING CONFERENCE: 2027
FTTC (FUNCTIONAL TEXTILES & CLOTHING CONFERENCE)
Organized by: IIT Delhi in Association with l WUD WORLD UNIVERSITY OF DESIGN, Sonipat
5th International Conference on FUNCTIONAL TEXTILES & CLOTHING
5th - 7th February, 2027 l IIT Delhi, New Delhi, India
Call for Abstracts: Important Dates
Submission of Abstracts: 31st Aug'26 l Notification of Acceptance: 30th Sep'26 l Early Bird Registration: 31st Oct'26 (Authors & Presenters) l Submission of Full Paper: 30th Nov'26 l Last Date of Registration: 31st Dec'26
Powering India’s Sporting Future Through Smart Textiles and Manufacturing Innovation
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate yesterday "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from Dr Manisha Mathur · Textile Expert, Technical Expert-WRA.
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
One of the defining opportunities before India today lies in the field of advanced textiles—smart fabrics, sustainable materials, and manufacturing innovation. These are no longer peripheral developments; they are becoming decisive competitive advantages for nations aspiring to lead the global sports and performance apparel industry.
As India aims to emerge as a global sports manufacturing powerhouse, an important question arises: How can the sports textile ecosystem simultaneously enhance athletic performance while strengthening indigenous manufacturing capabilities?
NITRA’s Role in Advancing Sports Textiles: From Protective Textiles to Market-Driven Innovation
NITRA’s Role in Advancing Sports Textiles: From Protective Textiles to Market-Driven Innovation
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate yesterday "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from Dr. M.S Parmar - Director General, NITRA address during one of the panel discussions:
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
Building a Complete Ecosystem for India’s Sportech Industry
Building a Complete Ecosystem for India’s Sportech Industry
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate today "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from Ms Manisha Chatterjee-Joint Secretary, Textiles, MoT (Govt of India) address:
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
Government today is 'Strategic partner than enabler'
India’s innovation startup ecosystem, particularly in sportech, is rapidly maturing. Favorable demographics provide a natural demand tailwind, positioning India as a frontline market that may structurally outgrow China over time. Supportive policy-making has become a cornerstone for growth, strengthening the sector’s foundations and accelerating commercialisation. Together, a vibrant startup base, rising consumer demand, and enabling regulations position sportech to emerge as one of India’s largest consumer markets in the coming years.
Building a Complete Ecosystem for India’s Sportech Industry
Building a Complete Ecosystem for India’s Sportech Industry
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate today "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from Ashok Malhotra l Mission Director, NTTM, MoT (Govt of India) address:
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
First of all, let me extend a warm welcome to everyone. I congratulate the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry for bringing together all the stakeholders on such an important platform.
Pabitra Margherita l Union Minister of State for External Affairs; and Textiles: National Conference on Technical Textiles
As covered by Salil,Chawla, Director DFU Publications in the capacity of delegate today "National Conference on Technical Textiles" organised by PHDCCI. Excerpts from H'ble Pabitra Margherita l Union Minister of State for External Affairs; and Textiles address:
Address at the National Conference on Technical Textiles
A very good morning to everyone.
It is indeed an honour and a privilege for me to address this National Conference on Technical Textiles, which brings together stakeholders who will shape the next chapter of India’s textile journey.













































































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