New Delhi (India), March 22: India’s textile and apparel industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, is currently facing significant sourcing and financial challenges. These hurdles stem from a complex mix of global supply chain disruptions, fluctuating raw material costs, and restricted access to timely and affordable financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Dukaan Dost, a new Indian startup, has emerged as a pivotal solution in this context. An innovative online B2B & B2C marketplace tackling the dual challenges encountered by businesses in the textile sector: Sourcing and Financing

The platform’s strength lies in its seasoned team, boasting 25 years of industry experience, and its capability to manage both International and Domestic Sourcing of the Entire Textile Value Chain from yarns to fabrics to garments, efficiently.

Through a dedicated focus on Contract Manufacturing abroad, they ensure to meet every specific sourcing requirement with precision and high quality.

Customers are also offered a distinctive Physical experience through their “Experience Centers,” a place to provide customers with the distinct opportunity to evaluate the quality of the material by touch and feel before they choose to buy a product.

Moreover, robust industry-wide support is being provided through End-to-End Channel Financing. By actively eliminating cash flow concerns in the industry, with facilitating immediate payments to suppliers and extending credit lines to buyers, this model not only helps streamline transactions within the industry but also ensures smooth operations despite financial constraints.

The integration of these three key elements: domestic and international sourcing, end-to-end channel financing, and experience centers, gives Dukaan Dost the ability to customize their offerings to meet the precise needs of their clients. By leveraging international standards and resources, they are able to deliver unmatched value and satisfaction.

The growth of Dukaan Dost, extending its presence in multiple key textile hubs across India like Ludhiyana, Delhi, Mumbai and Tirupur to name a few, reflects the industry’s recognition of and response to these critical issues.

Starting from modest fabric sales of just ₹5 crores in 2022, the platform witnessed a remarkable surge in the following 2 years escalating dramatically to a substantial ₹150 crores in 2024.This trajectory of exponential growth stems from its keen response to the textile industry’s needs, offering vital solutions that led to its swift adoption.

Dukaan Dost is bridging the gap between suppliers and buyers, revolutionizing India’s textile industry, by streamlining sourcing and procurement, thus ensuring a continuous flow of good quality materials and finance. The platform enhances efficiency with a comprehensive suite of services, including logistics, inventory management, and sample handling, effectively eliminating sourcing delays and financial hurdles to bolster the industry’s resilience and profitability.

In conclusion, the textile industry in India is facing complex challenges in sourcing and finance, necessitating innovative solutions. These issues are impacting the sector’s immediate efficiency and long-term viability. As the industry navigates this difficult terrain, the evolution and growth of supportive platforms like Dukaan Dost are playing a crucial role in addressing these persistent challenges, shaping a more resilient and competitive future for the textile and apparel market.

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