Bombay Spinning and Weaving Company was the first cotton mill to be established in Bombay, India, on 7 July 1854 at Tardeo[1] by Cowaszee Nanabhoy Davar (1815–73) and his associates. The company was designed by Sir William Fairbaim. This mill began production on 7 February 1856 under the supervision of British engineers and skilled cotton operatives.[2]
Industry | Textile |
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Founded | July 7, 1853 |
Founder | Cowaszee Nanabhoy Davar |
Headquarters | , India |
Products | Cotton textiles |
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