India’s handwoven carpet industry holds significant potential for economic growth and job creation, particularly for women, according to a study conducted by IIM Bangalore and King’s College London. With a median turnover of Rs 1.5 crore, the industry demonstrates strong vertical integration and export orientation, with Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh leading the way. Carpet firms in Rajasthan (97 percent) and Uttar Pradesh (81 percent) are predominantly exporters, in contrast to Kashmir (46 percent), where trade show attendance is less common, and access to foreign clients is challenging.
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