On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Hong Kong-based apparel giant Epic Group will officially inaugurate its first Indian manufacturing facility in Khurda, Odisha.
This 40-acre site at the IDCO Industrial Estate represents a ₹220 crore investment and establishes Epic Group as a major anchor in Odisha’s rapidly growing textile ecosystem. The plant, operated by its subsidiary Trimetro Garments India, is designed as a “factory of the future,” emphasizing extreme environmental standards.
Facility Snapshot: The Odisha “Net-Positive” Plant
The Khurda unit is set to become a benchmark for sustainable manufacturing in Asia, aiming to produce more resources than it consumes.
- Total Investment: ₹220 crore.
- Capacity: 1.3 million square feet (across two phases).
- Employment: Expected to create 6,000 jobs, with a strong focus on female labor force participation.
- Sustainability Features:
- Net-Positive Energy: Powered by 5MW rooftop solar and 3MW offsite solar installations.
- Net-Positive Water: Features Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and advanced Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) systems to recycle and harvest more water than the facility draws.
- Green Architecture: The landscaping includes “Zen gardens” and green spaces to improve worker well-being and biodiversity.
The SPECTRA Joint Venture: Gujarat Expansion
Even as the Odisha plant opens, Epic Group is moving forward with a second strategic investment in Gujarat through SPECTRA, a joint venture with the Indian textile major Creative Group.
- Investment: Initial $15 million (targeting ₹500 crore revenue).
- Production Goal: 700,000 units of denim and bottoms per month.
- Workforce: Plans to scale from 3,000 initial jobs to 10,000 employees over time.
- Global Sourcing: This facility will specifically serve Epic’s tier-1 clients like Levi Strauss & Co., Walmart, and Uniqlo, leveraging India’s cotton-rich Western corridor.
Odisha’s Rising Status as a Textile Hub
The inauguration coincides with a surge of apparel investments in the state. Odisha is successfully attracting global firms through:
- Competitive Incentives: Direct employment subsidies of ₹7,000 per month for female workers.
- Infrastructure: Developing “plug-and-play” parks in Bhadrak and Ganjam.
- Strategic Entry: Epic Group joins other major players like Page Industries (Jockey) and MAS Holdings, who have also recently commissioned large units in the region.
“India was a natural next step given the country’s talented workforce and expertise. Our Odisha facility is not just about scale; it’s about redefining standards for socially and environmentally responsible manufacturing.” — Ranjan Mahtani, Executive Chairman, Epic Group.
