Surat: Established in 2013 in the I Mata Road-Parvat Patiya area of Surat, Raghuveer Business Empire Textile Market has quickly gained recognition as a prominent textile hub, particularly for its specialization in mandap (decorative) fabrics. The market comprises 144 operational shops that engage in a variety of textile trades, setting it apart from other markets in the city.
The market is overseen by an eight-member management team to ensure smooth operations. The committee is headed by President Rakesh Lunkar, with Nipun Vimani serving as the treasurer. Secretary Vinay Shukla, who also runs Vinay Textile, shared insights into the market’s expansion and functionality. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, Shukla has been active in the textile industry for over 35 years, primarily dealing in dress materials. A significant portion of his business is conducted in metropolitan cities like Kolkata, which remains the primary destination for his supplies from Surat.
Raghuveer Business Empire is not limited to regional trade alone. Its influence extends across several Indian states and international markets. The market hosts a wide array of textile businesses including sarees, dress materials, suits, and decorative fabrics, making it a versatile destination for wholesale buyers. Notably, exporters such as Bajaj Textile and Komal Textile operate from this market, contributing to its international standing.
Rakesh Lunkar, President of the market committee and proprietor of Madhumita Creation, hails from Rajasthan and has been operating in Surat for the past 18 years. His primary focus is also on mandap fabrics. He emphasized that their trade has extended beyond Surat to multiple Indian states and abroad, further underlining the market’s growing footprint.
In terms of safety and infrastructure, Secretary Vinay Shukla highlighted the market's robust security measures, including 24-hour security guards, a comprehensive fire safety system, and CCTV cameras strategically placed across the premises. One of the most distinctive features of this market is its direct shop-to-lift access, a facility that is unique in Surat and simplifies the loading and unloading of goods directly from store units.
With its specialized product offerings, strong security infrastructure, and streamlined logistics, Raghuveer Business Empire Textile Market has rapidly established itself as a significant player in the Indian and global textile trade, reinforcing Surat’s status as a major textile center.
