By Amar Nagaram, Co-Founder, VIRGIO
“The Budget makes it clear that India’s next phase of growth will be driven by the convergence of design, technology, and sustainability. The strong emphasis on sustainable textiles, MSME scale-up, AI-led innovation, and design education reflects a long-term vision to move Indian manufacturing up the global value chain. For consumer and fashion brands, this creates a more enabling ecosystem, one that supports responsible production, data-driven decision-making, and global competitiveness. By balancing manufacturing depth with investments in skills, services, and digital infrastructure, the Budget accelerates India’s shift from volume-led growth to value- and innovation-led growth, positioning the country as a credible global hub for future-ready fashion and lifestyle businesses.”