18
Us Tariff Effect: American tariff has shaken the wool and carpet industry of Bikaner. While employment and tradition are in danger on the one hand, on the other hand it is also true that new markets can become a way to get out of this crisis.
01 September, 2025
US Tariff Effect: Bikaner of Rajasthan has been a stronghold of wool and carpet production for centuries. This tradition, which has been going on since the 19th century, not only supported the economy of India, but has also made a distinct identity at the global level. However, now there is a deep crisis on this business. The reason is the 50 percent tariff on the export of Indian wool and carpet from the US, which has completely stopped the speed of business.
Export of 1,200 crore in danger
Every year there is a thread and carpet export of about Rs 1,200 crore from Rajasthan. America has been the biggest market in this. However, due to the new tariff, there has been a huge decrease in the demand of American customers. Now this is directly affecting local businessmen and artisans. Experts believe that if the situation remains the same, then a large number of artisans of India will become unemployed. The future of their families working to make wool and carpet for generations is now in danger. Apart from this, many people can be forced to leave this work and turn to other employment.
Also read: ‘Ukraine struggle Modi’s war…’ Learn why Peter Navaro in Trump Administration
Government’s efforts
To deal with this crisis, the Central Wool Development Board and the Ministry of Textiles have taken the initiative. For this, new international markets are being searched. Experts believe that Indian wool and carpet market can be formed in Europe, Middle East and Asian countries.
Impact on tradition
Bikaner’s wool business is not just business, but also a cultural heritage of our country. The magnificent weaving and beautiful design of the artisans here has given Indian handicrafts a big identity worldwide. At the same time, if the effect of American tariff remains for a long time, then this tradition can break. In such a situation, there is a danger of the centuries-old skills to end gradually.
Further steps!
The world’s veterans say that the government should immediately decide on relief package and export subsidy. Also, a strategy should be made to deliver Indian carpets directly to the customers using digital and e-commerce platforms.
