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ITAMMA Leader Nishant D Mhatre Dedicates National Prestige Award To Wife, Highlights India’s Textile Machinery Progress

• By  Textile Excellence
• June 15, 2026

Nishant D Mhatre, a prominent industry leader associated with the Indian Textile Accessories & Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (ITAMMA), has been honoured with the National Prestige Award by the Global Research Foundation, USA. The recognition highlights his contribution to advancing India’s textile machinery and accessories sector, a critical pillar supporting efficiency, innovation and competitiveness across the textile value chain.

Accepting the award, Mhatre described the recognition as a reflection of the growing strength of India’s textile machinery industry. He noted that the sector is playing an increasingly important role in enabling automation, advanced manufacturing and sustainable production. “I see this as a responsibility to contribute meaningfully towards building a future ready textile ecosystem in India,” he said.

In an emotional moment, Mhatre dedicated the award to his wife, Yamini, acknowledging her unwavering support despite health challenges. India’s textile and apparel industry is projected to reach US$ 350 billion by 2030, reinforcing the importance of indigenous machinery innovation in driving long term industry growth and global competitiveness.

Accepting the award, Mhatre described the recognition as a reflection of the growing strength of India’s textile machinery industry. He noted that the sector is playing an increasingly important role in enabling automation, advanced manufacturing and sustainable production. “I see this as a responsibility to contribute meaningfully towards building a future ready textile ecosystem in India,” he said.