A three –day India International Textiles Expo of India began in Sri Lankan capital of Colombo on Wednesday.

It is being organized by Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council with the support of Union Ministry of Textiles & Ministry of Commerce & Industry.

Inaugurating the event, Sri Lankan minister of Special Assignments Dr. Sarath Amunugama said that Sri Lanka sourcing of textile material from India and transforming it into apparel and garments for rest of the world, could lead to win-win situation for both the countries.

He cited the rich textile traditions in both countries and stellar contribution of textile sector to Sri Lanka’s economy.

Arindam Bagchi, Acting High Commissioner of India noted that India would encourage Sri Lankan companies to be part of the supply and value chains of large Indian companies.

He also urged Sri Lanka to make use of fully-funded training opportunities in India, under Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme, in which a number of slots is earmarked for textile related subjects.

At the event, about 45 exhibitors from various textile clusters of India are displaying variety of fabrics, home textiles, traditional items etc. suitable for apparel, industrial, technical application and general consumers.