The Global textile market is worth more than US$400 billion. In the present global environment, the industry faces high competition as well new opportunities have also been continuously knocking doors.

The Indian Textile Industry, one of the prominent industrial sectors in the country, contributes about 14% to industrial production, 4% to the GDP and 17% to country's export earnings. It is globally known for its rich and diverse raw material base, trained manpower, huge domestic market and strong presence in entire textile manufacturing chain - from fibre to fashion. Textile sector presents limitless and unparalleled business opportunities in India. Numerous multinational and global brands have their presence in India.

A booming economy, growing young population, rising house hold income levels, growth of organized retail sector, increasing passion for branded and lifestyle products, growth of semi urban and rural markets, increasing working female population, etc. have propelled the Indian Textile market.

To provide market access, exposure to latest in technologies, trends and fashion, networking for new business partners and explore possibilities of new investment in this sector, Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO) and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) jointly announce "VASTRA – An International Textile and Apparel Fair 2012" (VASTRA – 2012) scheduled from 22nd to 25th November, 2012 at EPIP, Sitapura, Jaipur, India.

–2012, a comprehensive trade fair and conference on Textiles and Apparel will showcase the best and latest in textiles from fibre to fashion - be it technology or the products. It is designed to highlight business opportunities and provide opportunities for launching of new product, exploring avenues for new business relations, JVs, strategic alliances and partnerships worldwide as also new locations for setting up businesses in India. It will provide a platform for disseminating technology, interaction with experts and R&D labs for solutions in technology and latest trends.