Leather & Footwear
Embedded in the fabric of Andhra Pradesh's cultural heritage lies a rich tradition of leather craftsmanship, a testament to its enduring legacy and timeless skill. Today, with over 60% of India's tanning capacity and a vibrant community of 1,650 companies, the State remains the undisputed leader in finished leather production nationwide. Continuing its tradition of excellence, Andhra Pradesh has also expanded its horizons, pioneering a new chapter in sustainable fashion by venturing into non-leather footwear.
29%
of India's Footwear Manufacturing Output
48%
of India's Leather & Non-leather Footwear Exports
27%
of India's Footwear Manufacturing Factories
72%
of AP’s workforce in footwear manufacturing consists of women
Highlights
The major Leather clusters in Andhra Pradesh are Kakinada, Vijayawada, Amaraavati, Vishakapatnam.
72% of Andhra Pradesh’s workforce in footwear manufacturing consists of women
Institutions such as the Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI), Central Footwear Training Institute (CFTI), and National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) contribute significantly to research, training, and education, driving growth and excellence in the leather, footwear design, and fashion industries.
