India’s textile and apparel exports fell sharply in March 2026, declining 14.02 per cent year on year (YoY) to $2.91 billion amid geopolitical disruptions. Apparels dropped 18.99 per cent and textiles 9.91 per cent. FY 2025–26 exports slipped 2.21 per cent, with sector share easing to 8.10 per cent. Cotton imports surged annually, while MMF trends remained relatively stable.