Raymond, the leading manufacturer, marketer and retailer of the finest worsted suiting and cotton shirting fabrics and a significant player in branded apparel, recently opened a greenfield linen manufacturing facility in the newly-created Textile Park in Nandgaon Peth, Amravati, under its subsidiary Raymond Luxury Cottons Ltd.
In phase 1 of the industrial development initiative, the facility is expected to produce 1200 tons of world-class linen yarns and 4.8 million meters of linen and blended fabrics per annum. It is expected to generate direct and indirect employment for 800 people.
Reaffirming its commitment for the inclusive growth of the society, Raymond, in yet another initiative, has laid the foundation-stone for establishing an education, sports and residential project benefiting the entire industrial region of Amravati in Maharashtra.
The occasion was graced, among others, by Mr. Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra Chief Minister, and Mr. Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport, Highways, Shipping & Water Resources.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Gautam Hari Singhania, Chairman & Managing Director, Raymond Group, said: “This first manufacturing facility here in Amravati is a symbol of pride for us. Truly inspired by the ‘Make in India’ initiative and Maharashtra’s endeavor to develop the Vidarbha region, it has been set up in record time. With seven plants already operational in Maharashtra, two in and around the Vidarbha region, (Yavatmal and Chhindwara), Raymond has always been at the forefront of Maharashtra’s industrial development. This greenfield facility in Amravati, along with a planned school and residential complex, is yet another step in furthering our contribution to Vidarbha’s overall development.”
Additionally, with the strong presence of offices and retail stores, Raymond collectively provides direct and indirect employment to more than 20,000 people across the State.
Commenting on the successful commissioning of phase 1 of the industrial development initiative in Amravati, Mr. SK Gupta, President (Corporate), Raymond Ltd., said: “Developing this new facility in Amravati in a record period of time demonstrates our commitment towards the country’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. Our school and residential project here will contribute significantly to the holistic development of this region.”
At Amravati, world-class technology is being deployed to provide quality product output, along with cutting-edge process automation to optimise productivity and efficiency. This state-of-the art, highly versatile and flexible facility will be instrumental in taking linen as a category to another level. This reinforces Raymond’s manufacturing prowess and ability to innovate across various fashion categories, with linen being the newest one.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sanjay Behl, CEO Lifestyle Business, Raymond Ltd., observed: “We at Raymond are fostering delightful innovations as the core DNA. With consumer preferences shifting towards natural fibres, this linen manufacturing facility will enhance our ability to cater to the rising market demand. This facility will also help us emerge as a preferred provider of linen in global markets.”