Trump's Tariffs Imperil India's 'Make in India' Movement, Threatening Millions of Livelihoods
US President Donald Trump's 'America First' tariffs are threatening India's growing textile industry, including traditional crafts like Zardozi, which rely on millions of livelihoods and pose significant economic risks to a country aiming to become 'Make in India'. The tariffs impose significant duties on Indian textiles imported from the US, causing widespread concern among artisans and small business owners.
The US tariffs under Trump's 'America First' policy are threatening India's textile industry, putting millions of livelihoods at risk and undermining Prime Minister Modi's ambitious 'Make in India' initiative. The tariffs on Indian textiles are causing global prices to rise, making it difficult for local producers like Jinul Abedeen to compete with cheaper imports. If the situation doesn't improve, many small-scale manufacturers may be forced to shut down, leading to widespread job losses and economic hardship. The impact of the US tariffs is being felt across India's textile sector, which employs a significant portion of the country's workforce.
