The government has approved a plan by the National Technical Textiles Mission to collaborate with industry to use phase change materials to develop clothing which can be worn in multiple climates.
The government ministry has collaborated with a number of technology and fashion institutes to begin creating ‘indigenous encapsulated phase change material-based activewear’, Mint reported. The aim is to create a set of clothing which can be worn in all seasons to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
“This initiative aims to provide a versatile solution to India’s varying weather patterns, enhancing comfort, and reducing the need for multiple sets of clothing for different weather conditions and environments,” two anonymous sources close to the development told Mint. “The PCM-based textiles will be specially beneficial for army personnel working in extreme weather conditions, from the cold climate of Jammu and Kashmir to the scorching heat of Rajasthan, Telangana, Bihar and other states across the country.”
The government has approved three projects to develop and apply PCM which have a total project value of Rs 25.5 crore. Collaborators include the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Telangana and the Indian Institutes of Technology in New Delhi and Ropar.
“Together, they will develop textiles to meet the requirements outlined,” a source told Mint. “This innovative technology enables garments to regulate temperature effectively, offering enhanced comfort and efficiency.”
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