Federation of Hosiery Manufacturers Association of India (FOHMA) organized an event for the “Golden Jubilee Celebrations”. Although it started off as a small entity in 1972, it has come a long way to evolve into an apex body of national importance (duly recognized by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India). The celebrations included an industry-focused Conference consisting of eminent Speakers, a Products Exhibition, and a Cultural program.
The present President of FOHMA Mr. K B Agarwal was present with other managing committee members of FOMHA. Smt. Darshana Vikram Jardosh Hon’ble Minister of State for Textiles & Railways Government of India Along with Smt. Roop Rashi Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles Government of India was also present at the event. On the beautiful occasion of 50 years of the momentous journey a unique “Book of Brands” was published. The publication was launched during the inaugural session of the Golden Jubilee Program. It is another unique initiative by FOHMA that aims to highlight the accomplishments of India’s Hosiery industry by providing invaluable information about the products and services of various brands in India. Mr. Sharad Kumar Bhatter, treasurer of FOHMA also gave a brief discussion on FOHMA activities.
FOHMA is represented by 5 (five) zones – North Zone, South Zone, East Zone, West Zone, and Central Zone – all of which are represented by a Vice President, a Joint (Zonal) Secretary, and other Committee Members. Mr. Vinod Gupta vice president(north), and Mr. Raj Kumar Jain vice president (central) were present at the celebration. FOHMA’s activities are spearheaded through its Registered Office located in Kolkata.
The present president of FOHMA addressed, “I am glad to inform you that FOHMA is commemorating its Golden Jubilee this year. FOHMA’s activities are multi-dimensional, focusing on every key aspect of the Indian Hosiery industry. FOHMA works closely with Central and State governments to raise issues of concern and provide feedback aiming at the improvement of the textile industry. We have requested Hon. Minister Darshana ji that her ministry should kindly consider: Benefits under the TUFS scheme for all textile units who are still leftover. Continuation of the TUFS scheme with immediate effect. Develop a mechanism to bring stability and help small textile players handle volatility, while reducing their losses on procurement of yarn. Exemption of the Hosiery and Textile industry from filing ITC-04 Returns with respect to Job Work. We are confident that the Ministry of Textiles will give due consideration to all these issues and help our industry by encouraging the younger generation to come forward and make our textile industry a stronger global player in the coming years.”
