Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has said that the medical textiles, technical textiles, and health technology sectors hold significant potential to strengthen India’s self-reliance and enhance its competitiveness in global markets. The minister made the remarks during a visit to the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.
During the visit, Singh reviewed medical device manufacturing units, research and innovation centres, and key industrial infrastructure operating within the MedTech ecosystem.
Key Takeaways
- Giriraj Singh visited Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam.
- The minister highlighted the role of medical textiles and health technology in boosting self-reliance.
- A Medical Textiles Testing Lab was inaugurated during the visit.
- Singh reviewed manufacturing, research, and innovation facilities at AMTZ.
- The visit underscored the government's focus on strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities.
Medical Textiles Sector Seen as Growth Driver
Addressing officials and industry stakeholders, Singh said the Central Government is working to position India as a global manufacturing and innovation hub under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
He noted that the growth of medical textiles and technical textiles can contribute significantly to domestic production capabilities while supporting India's ambitions in advanced healthcare manufacturing.
Focus on Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat
The minister said the government's efforts are aligned with the objectives of the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives. According to Singh, strengthening indigenous manufacturing and innovation ecosystems remains a priority for enhancing economic resilience and reducing dependence on imports.
He emphasized that sectors such as medical devices, technical textiles, and healthcare technology are emerging as important pillars of India's industrial growth strategy.
Medical Textiles Testing Lab Inaugurated
As part of the visit, Singh inaugurated a Medical Textiles Testing Lab at AMTZ.
The facility is expected to support quality assessment, product validation, and innovation in medical textile products, contributing to higher manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance.
Minister Reviews Advanced Manufacturing Facilities
During the inspection, Singh reviewed several advanced facilities related to:
- Medical devices manufacturing
- Diagnostic technologies
- Sterilisation systems
- 3D printing applications
- Surgical instruments production
- Biomaterials manufacturing
Officials briefed the minister on ongoing research, innovation initiatives, and manufacturing capabilities being developed within the AMTZ ecosystem.
