At the time of partition how many cotton mills did Pakistan inherit from the subcontinent?

Following the partition of British India in 1947 Pakistan inherited only 16 cotton mills despite being a major cotton-producing region. This shortage posed a challenge for the country’s textile industry forcing reliance on imports of finished goods. Over time Pakistan invested in expanding its textile manufacturing capacity establishing itself as one of the leading textile exporters globally. The initial scarcity underscored the importance of industrial development in the newly formed nation. Today the textile sector remains a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy contributing significantly to exports and employment.