Chandigarh, October 16, 2025: Punjab’s industrial landscape is undergoing a major shift — and at its centre stands a massive ₹1,600-crore textile hub in Fatehgarh Sahib. The new Technical Textile Hub by Sanathan Polycot Private Limited, a subsidiary of Sanathan Textiles Limited, is being seen as one of the largest private industrial investments in the state in recent years.
Spread over 80 acres in Wazirabad, the facility is already operational in its first phase, producing 350 tons of specialized yarns per day — including Partially Oriented Yarn (POY), Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY), and Polyester Granules. The production capacity is expected to double to 700 tons within the next few months, with full-scale operations targeted for March 2026. A second phase, scheduled for completion by 2027-28, will further enhance the annual output to 6 lakh tons.
According to company chairman Paresh Dattani, the decision to set up the hub in Punjab was driven by the government’s transparent approval system and investor-friendly policies. “The single-window clearance, quick approvals, and the peaceful environment made Punjab an easy choice for us,” he said, adding that the project also emphasizes low energy consumption and eco-friendly operations.
Officials say the factory is expected to generate thousands of jobs for local youth — from machine operators and technicians to transporters and ancillary unit workers. The influx of employment is likely to boost the local economy of Fatehgarh Sahib and surrounding towns, with ripple effects across small businesses and service sectors.
According to inputs, the project is part of a broader industrial revival led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government, which claims to have attracted investments worth ₹86,541 crore in two and a half years, creating over 4 lakh jobs. Of this, the textile and apparel sector alone has drawn ₹5,754 crore.
Punjab’s traditional textile centres — Ludhiana, Panipat, and parts of Patiala — are seeing renewed activity. Shiva Texfabs has invested ₹815 crore in expanding its Ludhiana facility, while Vardhman Textiles and Monte Carlo continue to scale up operations. With strong road and rail connectivity, access to Delhi and northern markets, and a supportive policy framework, the state is once again positioning itself as a contender to reclaim its lost ‘Manchester of India’ tag.
Under the new industrial policy, the Punjab government offers incentives such as 100% SGST refund, interest subvention, stamp duty exemption, and fast-track land allotment. Investors can register through self-declaration and receive all approvals within 45 working days.
As Sanathan Textiles — which launched a successful ₹550-crore IPO last year — expands into Punjab, industry observers say the state’s Green Revolution is gradually transforming into an industrial one. For many, this new textile hub symbolizes not just economic opportunity, but a revived confidence in Punjab’s ability to spin prosperity once again.
