India is the second largest textile producer in the world. It is the largest producer of cotton, jute, and silk. The textile and apparel sector contributes significantly to India's GDP and industrial production. It employs over 51 million people directly and 68 million indirectly, making it one of the largest employment sectors. Key reasons for India's dominance in textiles include its skilled workforce, low production costs, and presence of the entire textile value chain. Major companies in the Indian textile industry include Welspun India, Vardhman Group, and Raymond.