Creating 100,000 Jobs & Becoming One of the Largest Apparel Exporters | Ep 20 | Growth is Good

Shahi Exports, India’s largest apparel exporter, started in 1974 with one sewing machine. Today, it employs over 100,000 workers across 50+ factories, with women making up nearly 70% of its workforce.In this episode of Growth is Good, we explore Shahi’s remarkable rise, its impact on women’s empowerment, and what it teaches us about India’s manufacturing potential. From family-led beginnings to becoming a global supplier for the world’s top brands, this is the story of how one company stitched together an industry success.📘 Learn more about Shahi’s journey in our detailed case study report: https://www.fedev.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Web-Page-View_31st-March_SHAHI-EXPORTS.pdf