Jute textile industry is an agro-based Industry.

Bangladesh is the largest exporter of Jute in the world. India is placed second in export and first in the production of raw jute and jute goods.

The factors that facilitate its production are :

1. The proximity of the Jute production areas.

2. Water availability.

3. Good transportation network.

4. Availability of labour.

As per the factors, West Bengal is a best-suited region for the textile industry, and this is the reason that most of the industries are located in West Bengal.