International Science Community Association Research Journal of Management Sciences 15 2 2026 05 6 Policy Reforms for Inclusivity and Sustainability in the Textile Sector 34 36 EN Madar Krishnappa 1 KRCES GGD ARTS, BMP Commerce and SVS Science College Bailhongal, Bailhongal, Karnataka, India Kabara Vijaykumar 1 Department of Commerce, Bhandari and Rathi College, Guledagudda, Bagalkot University, Jamakhandi, Karnataka, India Kumar M. Girish 2 Department of Commerce, Bhandari and Rathi College, Guledagudda, Bagalkot University, Jamakhandi, Karnataka, India Devarmani Virupakshi Patil 1 Department of Commerce, Bagalkot University, Jamkhandi - 587301, Karnataka, India and Department of Commerce, Government First Grade College Hukkeri,-591309, Karnataka, India Daga Chetan B 2 Department of Commerce, Government First Grade College, Rabakavi Banahatti-587314,, Karnataka, India Khawatakoppa Mahaveer 1 Department of Commerce, Government First Grade College, Rabakavi-Banahatti, Bagalkot, Karnataka, India Menghani Payal 1 Department of Management, RPL Maheshwari College, Indore, MP, India Baddi Vijayalaxmi 1 Government First Grade College, Yaragatti, Rani Channamma University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India Khavasi Laxmi 1 Department of Management, Janata Shikshan Sangha’s Shree Tammannappa Chikkodi Arts and Commerce College, Banahatti.Karnataka, India Konnur Mallikarjun 2 Department of Commerce & Management, BLDE Association Commerce, BHS Arts and TGP Science College, Jamkhandi, Karnataka, India Bilagi Basavaraj 1 Department of Studies in English, JSS STC Arts and Commerce College, Banahatti, Affiliated to Bagalkot University, Karnataka, India > Short Review Paper 2026 4 5 2026 05 6 The textile sector is one of the most significant contributors to employment generation and economic development, particularly in developing countries like India. It plays a vital role in supporting rural livelihoods, promoting traditional crafts, and enhancing export earnings. However, despite its economic importance, the sector faces several persistent challenges that hinder its inclusive and sustainable growth. These challenges include environmental degradation caused by excessive water use and chemical discharge, technological backwardness in small-scale and rural units, and structural inequalities between the organized and unorganized segments of the industry. This research paper examines the need for comprehensive policy reforms to address these issues and promote balanced development in the textile sector. The study adopts a qualitative research methodology based on the analysis of secondary data, including government reports, academic literature, and policy documents. It highlights the critical role of institutional support, technological modernization, and sustainable production practices in improving the overall efficiency and competitiveness of the sector. Furthermore, the paper emphasizes the importance of inclusive policies that ensure equitable access to resources, finance, and market opportunities for marginalized groups such as rural artisans, women workers, and small-scale producers. The findings of the study suggest that well-designed and effectively implemented policy reforms can bridge existing disparities, enhance environmental sustainability, and strengthen the sector’s contribution to long-term economic growth. Ultimately, the paper argues that a holistic and integrated policy approach is essential to achieve inclusive and sustainable development in the textile industry. Copyright@ International Science Community Association