Through exports, the Solapur chadar industry has contributed foreign exchange worth R1,592 million to India’s economy, according to the Solapur Textile Directory.

A worker makes Solapur woven chaddars inside a Factory in MIDC Solapur. 600-700 units operate with about 10 ... “Aesthetics matter and the chadar features loud colours. There is scope for a ...

The chaddar enjoys Geographical Indication status, but like the Shindes, it is losing ground on its home turf–shops near Solapur station brazenly showcase fake versions. End of Article FOLLOW US ...

Solapur, one of the oldest towns in southeastern Maharashtra, is poised to become a major global player in the manufacture of terry towels. Home to the handloom and powerloom weaving industries in ...

A massive fire at Central Textile Mills in Solapur, Maharashtra, killed eight people, including the factory owner and his family. Livemint. Published 19 May 2025, 08:08 AM IST.