Slow increase in operations in the garment sector but shortage of artisans

New delhi date. Thursday, October 29, 2020

After various phases of unlock, the readymade garments sector has also seen a steady increase in operations to start the momentum. However, there is still a shortage of artisans in the sector, sources in the garment industry said.

The industry resumed operations after June. But no special demand was seen for two months. However, after the month of August, due to various festivals, new demand has emerged in the market.

With the recent completion of Navratri, the industry is now gearing up for next Diwali as well as Christmas, the new calendar year. The demand for readymade garments is expected to increase during this period.

However, due to the lockdown, there has been a shortage of about 50 per cent of the workers in the sector, despite the resumption of operations at all levels. However, there has been an increase in household demand.

Despite the increase in the transition to corona globally, new orders are also being launched to boost garment export inquiries. The next winter season has seen an increase in inquiries for warm clothing. However, exports are expected to be 20 to 30 per cent lower than in the previous period.