BTRA - The Bombay Textile Research Association

15/08/2026

Celebrating India’s 80th Independence Day!

Wishing everyone a proud and inspiring Happy Independence Day!

16/07/2026

⚡ Elevate Your Skills in Sustainable Textile Processing! ⚡

The Bombay Textile Research Association (BTRA) is hosting an exclusive Online Certificate Course on Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Operations in Textile Processing. Designed specifically for ETP Plant Operators and Students, this comprehensive program is your opportunity to master sustainable water management practices in the textile industry.

📅 Date: 17/08/2026 to 22/08/2026

🕒 Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

💻 Mode: Online Platform

🗣️ Medium: Hindi / English

📚 What You Will Learn:
The course is broken down into intensive 4-hour modules over 6 days:

Module 1 (Day 1 & 2): Primary and secondary treatment of textile effluent

Module 2 (Day 3 & 4): Advanced filtration of textile effluent

Module 3 (Day 5 & 6): Salt recovery and ZLD (Zero Liquid Discharge) of textile effluent

Or sign up for All Modules (Day 1-6) for the complete ZLD ETP training!

🏅 Certification & Evaluation:
Certificate of Participation will be issued to all candidates.

Certificate with Grade available for those who clear the optional objective-type online test at the end of each module.

💰 Special Discounts & Fees:
Early Bird Offer: Get a 10% discount if you register on or before 10/08/2026! (Discount also applicable for BTRA Members)

All Modules Combo: ₹6000 (General) / ₹4500 (Academics)

Individual Modules: ₹2200 (General) / ₹1700 (Academics) per module

(All fees are inclusive of GST)

📞 Secure Your Spot Today!
Don't miss out on upgrading your professional credentials or boosting your academic knowledge.

📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]

🌐 Website: www.btraindia.com

📱 Contact: +91-22-62023636 | 7977707240 (Tanaji Kadam) | 7359893687 (Vijay Shirole)

👇 Check out the brochure below for bank details and full registration guidelines.

Discharge

Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/drDegGFp

30/06/2026

BTRA at BHARAT TEX 2026 – Driving Innovation for an Atmanirbhar Bharat! 🇮🇳

The Bombay Textile Research Association (BTRA) is proud to participate in BHARAT TEX 2026, India's premier global textile exhibition, being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 14–17 July 2026.

Inspired by the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat under the dynamic leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, BTRA is showcasing its cutting-edge capabilities in textile research, advanced testing, technical textiles, product innovation, and high-performance material evaluation.

Visit our stall to explore:
✔️ Advanced testing and characterization facilities
✔️ Technical textile and high-performance fibre solutions
✔️ R&D and product development support
✔️ Consultancy and industry-focused innovation services
✔️ Collaboration opportunities with academia, startups, and industry

We warmly invite professionals from the textile, technical textile, pharmaceutical, polymer, composites, high-performance fibre, defence, aerospace, automotive, and allied industries to visit us and explore how BTRA can support your innovation and quality assurance needs.

📍 Visit BTRA at Stall TRA-3
📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
📅 14–17 July 2026

We look forward to meeting you and building partnerships that shape the future of Indian manufacturing and innovation.

05/06/2026

🌍 Redefining Textiles for a Greener Tomorrow 🌿

At The Bombay Textile Research Association (BTRA), we believe that innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. This World Environment Day, we are proud to reaffirm our commitment to pioneering eco-friendly advancements in the textile industry.

The future of textiles isn't just about manufacturing—it’s about manufacturing with a purpose. From the lab to the factory floor, our focus remains on driving impactful change across four critical pillars:

Innovating for Sustainable Textiles: Developing new-age, eco-conscious materials that minimize environmental impact.

Water Conservation in Dyeing: Implementing advanced processes to drastically reduce water consumption and chemical discharge.

Eco-Friendly Practices: Guiding the industry toward cleaner production methods and a robust circular economy.

Reducing Textile Waste: Optimizing manufacturing efficiency to cut down on waste and encourage recycling.

True sustainability requires a collective effort. Our researchers, engineers, and industry partners are working tirelessly to ensure that the fabrics of tomorrow protect the planet today.

Let’s continue empowering change for a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable planet.

👉 Learn more about our initiatives: www.btraindia.com

Day

01/05/2026

To the builders of today and the visionaries of tomorrow. 🛠️✨

Today is a reminder of two things:

Roots: The rich legacy and resilience of Maharashtra.

Effort: The dedication of the global workforce.

Whether you are working from an office, a factory, or your home desk, your contribution matters. Today, we celebrate the dignity of labor and the vibrant spirit of the Marathi heartland.

Happy Labour Day! Jai Maharashtra!

22/04/2026

✨ A Proud and Grand Celebration of BTRA’s 72nd Foundation Day! ✨
With immense pride and joy, we celebrate the 72nd Foundation Day of BTRA, marked by a truly grand, inspiring, and memorable occasion that brought together the finest minds and leaders of the textile industry. 🎉
The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Shri Sanjay Savkare Ji, Hon’ble Textile Minister, Government of Maharashtra, whose visionary support continues to drive the sector forward. We were equally honoured by Shri Shrikrishna Pawar Ji, Deputy Secretary, and Shri Tushar Pawar Ji, Secretary, whose presence added great value and significance to the celebration.
We extend our sincere thanks to all our industry partners, stakeholders, media partners, Institute and distinguished guests whose enthusiastic participation made this event a landmark success.
🌟 Key Highlights of the Celebration:
• Insightful and forward-looking discussion on the Government of Maharashtra’s Technical Textile Mission & Policy Framework, paving the way for innovation, collaboration, and future growth
• Inauguration of the Carbon Fiber Precursor Carbonization Line – marking a significant milestone in high-performance fiber manufacturing, inaugurated by Shri Sanjay Savkare Ji, Hon’ble Textile Minister, Government of Maharashtra
Our deepest appreciation to the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India and the Government of Maharashtra for their unwavering support in making this celebration truly grand and impactful.
🚀 As we commemorate 72 glorious years, we reaffirm our commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the textile industry.

Department of Textile, Government of Maharashtra
Anjani Prasad
Narendra Dalmia
Avinash Misar
VINAYAK OGALE

22/04/2026

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✨ A Proud and Grand Celebration of BTRA’s 72nd Foundation Day! ✨ With immense pride and joy, we celebrate the 72nd Foundation Day of BTRA, marked by a truly grand, inspiring, and memorable occasion that brought together the finest minds and leaders of the textile industry. 🎉 The event was g...

14/04/2026

You're Invited: Celebrating BTRA's 72nd Foundation Day & Shaping Maharashtra's Textile Future! 🧵🇮🇳

The Governing Council of The Bombay Textile Research Association (BTRA) cordially invites you to join us for our 72nd Foundation Day.

This year's milestone event features a critical Discussion on the Integrated and Sustainable Textile Policy 2023-2028 of the Maharashtra Government, a key initiative shaping our industry's tomorrow.

We are honored to have the esteemed presence of:

Chief Guest: Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, Govt. of India

Guest of Honour: Shri Sanjay Savkare, Hon’ble Minister (Textiles), Govt. of Maharashtra

Event Highlights: Keynote address, policy discussion, BTRA's achievement journey, and a special Carbon Fibre Carbonization Line Inauguration.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 21st April, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM onwards (Registration & Tea starts at 08:30 AM)
📍 Venue: BTRA, L. B. S. Marg, Ghatkopar (W), Mumbai

Registration is free but mandatory. Scan the QR code in the image below or click the link to register now!

👉 https://forms.gle/uSByKakdG2s9HmF67

We look forward to welcoming you for an enriching day of discussions and celebrations. For any queries, please contact [email protected].

14/04/2026