GeM and Textiles Committee Sign MoU to Boost Procurement of Recycled and Upcycled Textiles
Government e Marketplace (GeM) and the Textiles Committee signed an MoU during the Textiles Committee's 62nd Foundation Day in Mumbai to promote government procurement of recycled and upcycled textile products, creating a 'Waste-to-Value-to-Market' ecosystem for the circular textile economy.
Why It Matters
Relevant for UPSC and state-PSC candidates studying government e-marketplace initiatives, circular economy policy, and schemes supporting MSMEs under Vocal for Local and Make in India.
In Simple Words
Government e Marketplace (GeM) and the Textiles Committee signed an MoU during the Textiles Committee's 62nd Foundation Day in Mumbai to promote government procurement of recycled and upcycled textile products made from textile waste and second-hand clothes.
Under the MoU, the Textiles Committee will certify eligible producers while GeM creates dedicated procurement categories, focusing on women, MSMEs, artisans and recyclers, aligned with Vocal for Local, Make in India and AatmaNirbhar Bharat.
Key Points
- GeM (Ministry of Commerce and Industry) and the Textiles Committee (Ministry of Textiles) signed the MoU
- Signed during the Textiles Committee's 62nd Foundation Day celebrations in Mumbai
- Aims to create a 'Waste-to-Value-to-Market' ecosystem for recycled and upcycled textile products
- Textiles Committee will identify, verify and certify eligible producers
- GeM will create dedicated procurement categories for recycled/upcycled textile products
- Focus on women, MSMEs, local enterprises, artisans and recyclers
- Aligned with Vocal for Local, Make in India and AatmaNirbhar Bharat priorities
Exam Angle
A. A 'Waste-to-Value-to-Market' ecosystem.
Source: Press Information Bureau