CM will connect Madhya Pradesh cotton farmers with the global market
2025-09-15 11:46:34
Cotton farmers of Madhya Pradesh will have access to global markets: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that Madhya Pradesh is one of the leading states in organic cotton production in India. The state contributes about 40% of the country's total organic cotton production. With the foundation stone of the first PM Mitra Park to be laid by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh is set to become the cotton capital of India.
Cotton farmers will now have direct access to international markets. The PM Mitra Park will prove to be a milestone in giving global recognition to the hard work of farmers. Dr. Yadav described it as the foundation of the state's industrial future and a gateway to new opportunities for farmers. Thanks to the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Modi, farmers' produce will now reach global markets directly from the fields and the cotton producing region of Madhya Pradesh will play an important role in this change.
According to Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, PM Mitra Park is an industrial project that will transform the lives of farmers, workers, women and youth. Cotton producers will now be directly connected to cotton-based industries, making cotton more than just a crop and becoming the industrial identity of Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh is one of the top cotton-producing states in the country. The Malwa region—which includes Indore, Dhar, Jhabua, Alirajpur, Khargone, Barwani, Khandwa and Burhanpur—produces the highest amount of cotton. Madhya Pradesh has already gained fame for organic cotton production, making it an extremely suitable state for the textile industry. This is why Dhar was chosen for the PM Mitra Park.
PM Mitra Park will have world-class facilities
Spread over about 2,158 acres, the park is being developed with world-class infrastructure, including: a 20 MLD common effluent treatment plant, a 10 MVA solar power plant, assured supply of water and electricity, modern roads and 81 plug-and-play units.
Amenities such as housing for workers and women employees and social infrastructure will make it not only an industrial area but also an ideal industrial township.
Investors show interest
Investors have shown deep faith in PM Mitra Park and investment proposals worth a total of ₹27,109 crore have been received so far. This will lead to setting up of industries and create new employment opportunities for the local people. Leading textile organizations and industry groups have shown interest in investing here. This will benefit the state industrially and boost exports.
The textiles and apparels produced in Dhar will soon reach the global markets directly. Madhya Pradesh is fast emerging as a textile hub.
Theme of the park in line with Prime Minister Modi's vision
In line with the vision of Prime Minister Modi, this park will establish a complete value chain: "From farm to fiber, from factory to fashion and from fashion to overseas."
The raw cotton obtained from the farmers will be converted into yarn, then textiles and apparels and finally exported. The entire value chain will be consolidated at one place, making this park unique and a model for others.
Employment and economic growth
The PM Mitra Park is expected to generate around 3 lakh jobs, including 1 lakh direct and 2 lakh indirect jobs. The expansion of cotton-based industries will allow farmers to get double the value of their crops. This opportunity will not only create jobs but also boost economic activity in rural areas, boosting everything from local markets to exports.
