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In China, a single shed has more than 2,000 powerloom machines, while in Surat we have a maximum of 100. We will have about 7,000 buyers from across the country and 100 overseas buyers as well in the coming three days of the event.” The design diversification will not only help the manufacturers to get more value for their fabrics, but it will also increase the export potential of the fabrics manufactured in Surat.Irani said, “It’s time to show to the world the true capacity and strength of Indian textile industry. But, we need to scale up our production to compete with China. SURAT: Union textile minister , Smriti Irani said that the fabrics required for armed forces will be manufactured in India as scientists, textile ministry , industry and armed forces are working together for the ‘dream’ project.Irani, who was in the city to inaugurate Yarn Expo-2018 organised by Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) on Saturday, stated that the government has also appointed group of secretaries for transforming India as the textile machinery manufacturing hub.More than the inauguration, the event provided the platform to the industry leaders to felicitate Irani..