
India’s laundry and textile care industry is witnessing rapid growth, driven by increasing interest in eco-friendly chemicals, waterless cleaning systems, sustainable laundry operations, and circularity. According to IMARC Group, the size of India’s dry-cleaning market reached USD 1.31 billion in 2024 and is expected to rise to USD 2.09 billion during 2025–2033, registering a growth rate of 5.40%.
Texcare’s Global Expertise Comes to India
Gartex Texprocess India is bringing the globally recognized Texcare brand of Messe Frankfurt Group to the Indian market. This move will enable professional textile care solutions and technological innovations to reach a wider audience within the industry.
A Network Connecting Over 3,000 Industry Stakeholders
The Drycleaners and Launderers Association of India (DLAI) represents a wide network, ranging from traditional laundries to modern dry cleaners, commercial laundry chains, and textile care service providers. Bringing together over 3,000 industry stakeholders, the association aims to make textile care an integral part of Gartex Texprocess India through this collaboration.
Textile Care Forum on 22 August
The Textile Care Forum will be held on the second day of the show, bringing together professional laundries, dry and wet cleaners, textile care experts, and industry stakeholders. The forum will address topics such as:
- The latest innovations in cleaning machinery
- Stain removal solutions
- Biodegradable chemicals
- Automation technologies
“A Complete Chain of Care from Production to Preservation”
DLAI President Suresh D Bhatia stated:
"While Gartex serves as a catalyst for technological transformation in textile and garment production, DLAI represents the final link in the lifecycle of these textiles—ensuring longevity, hygiene, and quality. Together, we create a complete chain of care, from production to preservation."
Gartex Texprocess India: The Industry’s Meeting Point
The exhibition will take place from 21–23 August 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, bringing together every component of the textile industry—from fabrics to denim, from textile machinery to screen printing and accessories. With the official participation of DLAI, the textile care segment is expected to witness new collaborations and accelerated growth.