Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC)

About AEPC

Established: 1978, under the provisions of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, to promote and support garment exports globally.
Headquarters: Gurgaon, Haryana.
Parent Ministry: Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
Chairman (2026): A. Sakthivel, serving his fifth term.
Role: Official body representing Indian apparel exporters, facilitating trade, policy advocacy, and global promotion.

Functions of AEPC

Export Promotion: Helps Indian apparel reach international markets through fairs, exhibitions, and buyer-seller meets.
Policy Advocacy: Acts as a liaison between exporters and the government, influencing trade policies.
Capacity Building: Provides training, skill development, and compliance support to exporters.
Market Intelligence: Offers insights on global fashion trends, demand, and trade regulations.
Subsidy & Schemes: Facilitates access to government schemes, subsidies, and incentives for exporters.

Importance of AEPC

Stakeholder	Benefits
Exporters	Access to subsidies, training, and global buyers
Government	Policy feedback, improved export performance
Global Buyers	Reliable sourcing from India
Workers	Skill development and better employment opportunities

Challenges

Global Competition: Competing with low-cost producers like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Compliance Costs: Meeting international labor and environmental standards.
Logistics & Infrastructure: Exporters face bottlenecks in ports and supply chains.
Changing Fashion Trends: Need for adaptability and innovation.

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