The emergence of Conductive Textile represents a significant convergence of textile engineering, materials science and electronics, enabling fabrics that not only clothe but also conduct electrical signals or provide functional pathways for sensors, heating elements and wearable electronics. These textiles integrate conductive fibres, yarns or coatings—such as silver, copper, stainless steel, conductive polymers or graphene—with traditional substrates like cotton, polyester or nylon to create flexible, durable, washable fabrics that maintain textile comfort while delivering electrical continuity. As the development of smart fabric materials accelerates, applications extend from ambient health-monitoring garments that measure vital signs, to electromagnetic-shielding seat covers in vehicles, to heated clothing and interactive apparel that respond to touch or motion. The underlying advantage lies in combining the familiar form and feel of textiles with electronic functions: fabrics can sense, transmit and react without traditional rigid components. For example, knitted or woven conductive pathways may serve as electrodes in wearable devices, or embedded conductive yarns can act as antennas in e-textiles, enabling seamless connectivity. Manufacturing techniques play an essential role: strategies such as incorporating metallic filaments directly into yarns, coating fabrics with conductive inks or plating non-conductive substrates permit a wide range of electrical and mechanical performances. Critical parameters include conductivity, durability under repeated bending or washing, tactile comfort, breathability and compatibility with textile processing. In sectors like healthcare, conductive textiles enable garments that monitor heartbeat, respiration or movement in real time—eliminating the need for adhesive sensors. In transportation and aerospace, they offer lightweight alternatives for wiring harnesses or EMI/RFI shielding, reducing weight and complexity. In fashion and consumer electronics, they open new possibilities for garments with dynamic lighting or touch-sensitive interfaces. As wearable technologies and the Internet of Things expand, demand for flexible, integrated fabric-based electronics grows. The evolution of conductive textile technology is also driven by the need for energy-efficient, miniaturised systems that blend into everyday life without compromising aesthetics or comfort. Challenges remain—in achieving consistent conductivity across complex textiles, ensuring wash-fastness, and maintaining cost-effective manufacturing at scale—but ongoing innovation in functional coatings, conductive polymers and nano-engineered yarns suggests that conductive textiles are poised to become a foundational element in next-generation smart textiles and wearable platforms.