The document outlines opportunities and challenges for growth in the nonwovens industry in India. It notes that per capita consumption of nonwovens in India is much lower than in countries like the US, representing significant growth potential. However, the industry faces challenges like a lack of domestic raw material suppliers and need for imported equipment, making projects capital intensive. It recommends that major international players invest in key market segments in India like personal care, hygiene, and medical disposables to help create a base for the industry and drive application development and import substitution. The need of the day is attracting strategic investment from global leaders in areas with high growth potential.