The Bharat Tex Trade Federation has elected Dr. A. Sakthivel as Chairman and re-elected Bhadresh Dodhia as Co-Chairman. The new leadership will focus on textile exports and Bharat Tex 2027.
The Bharat Tex Trade Federation (BTTF) elected its new leadership at its 12th Board Meeting in New Delhi on 28 October 2026. The meeting took place at Le Méridien, New Delhi.
Dr. A. Sakthivel was elected Chairman, while Shri Bhadresh Dodhia was re-elected Co-Chairman. Shri Sudhir Sekhri was elected Treasurer. The outgoing Chairman, Shri Naren Goenka, and Co-Chairman Bhadresh Dodhia welcomed the leadership transition.
The new team will focus on strengthening India’s textile and apparel exports. It will also work to improve international market access and promote Indian textile products worldwide. In addition, BTTF aims to strengthen industry partnerships and attract investment across the textile value chain.
A key priority will be Bharat Tex 2027, scheduled for 31 March to 3 April 2027. The Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, supports the event, which BTTF organises. The exhibition brings together stakeholders from across the global textile and apparel industry.
Outgoing Chairman Naren Goenka expressed confidence in the new leadership. He highlighted the importance of stronger buyer connections and continued growth in textile exports.
Incoming Chairman Dr. A. Sakthivel said the Federation would focus on global market opportunities and international buyer engagement. He also identified Bharat Tex 2027 as an important platform for showcasing India’s textile capabilities and building business partnerships.
Dr. Sakthivel also serves as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC). Meanwhile, Co-Chairman Bhadresh Dodhia reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening industry partnerships and expanding international market links.
Under the new leadership, BTTF will work to increase export opportunities for Indian manufacturers and exporters. Bharat Tex 2027 will be a major focus of these efforts.
