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Fashion Value Chain
18-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
81st National Garment Fair Sees INR 2500 Cr Turnover
The 81st National Garment Fair (NGF), organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded its Women's and Men's Wear edition on a high note, registering a record business turnover of INR 2500 Crores. With over 50,000 buyers participating across both Kidswear (held earlier) and Women's & Men's segments, the NGF reaffirmed its position as India's largest apparel trade show. More than 800 menswear and womenswear brands, alongside 40+ accessories labels and 590 kidswear brands, showcased collections catering to India's evolving fashion landscape. Exhibitors reported strong pre-festive order bookings, signalling continued demand and buyer confidence. Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, stated, 'The Indian apparel landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, shaped by a young, aspirational, and trendsetter consumer base… opening new opportunities for brands, designers, manufacturers and retailers.' Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Fair Sub-Committee Chairman, CMAI, commented, 'This edition reflected how trade events are helping brands to shape the Indian apparel market… the overall response has been very encouraging and satisfying.' Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, CMAI, added, 'Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are driving real growth beyond metros… Women's wear is embracing modern reinterpretations, while men's fashion is blending casual and traditional styles.' Top national retailers such as Sohum Shoppe (Guwahati), GV Mall (Khammam), Asopalav (Ahmedabad), Pakiza Retails (Indore), and B S Channabasappa & Sons (Karnataka) were among key attendees, underlining the fair's pan-India appeal. Exhibitor Testimonials: Radhika Jalan , Tandhan Fashion, Kolkata: 'This is our first time participating… really happy with the footfall and visibility.' Purvi Agarwal , Linen and Linens, Mumbai: 'Overwhelmed by the response… confident of a great experience.' Raghushree Poddar , REME Lifestyle, Jaipur: 'CMAI helped shape me into the 'REME lady' that I am today.' Naman Singhal , VANAM by SBS, Kolkata: 'Infrastructure, team, setup—brilliant. Outstanding customer walk-ins.' Vishesh Dadu , Dadu Apparels, Delhi: 'Phenomenal response… buyers here have a distinct taste.' Shriniwas Choudhary, Aditya Shirts, Mumbai: '21 years of growth at NGF… seeing buyers from new markets.' The NGF's biannual format continues to serve as a high-impact sourcing and networking platform, seamlessly connecting manufacturers, regional and national brands, and retailers with emerging digital-first and traditional buyers. As fashion becomes more conscious, hyper-local, and seasonless, CMAI's flagship trade fair remains pivotal in reflecting industry evolution, regional aspiration, and changing consumer narratives.
Fashion Value Chain
08-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
81st NGF to Host 820 Brands in Mumbai from July 14–16
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) is set to host the 81st edition of the National Garment Fair (NGF), dedicated to Womenswear and Menswear, from July 14–16, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Bringing together 480 womenswear and 340 menswear brands, along with 40 accessories brands, the show will span over 36,000 sqm of exhibition space. This phase is expected to draw 20,000+ buyers from across India, offering a focused B2B platform ahead of the festive and wedding season. The NGF comes at a pivotal time as India's apparel sector navigates changing consumer preferences and rising demand for branded fashion in Tier II and III cities. Industry data cited by CMAI President Santosh Katariya projects menswear to grow from US$38B to US$58B and womenswear from US$36B to US$55B by 2029, driven by ethnic, casual, and western influences. Rohit Munjal, Vice President & Chairman of CMAI's Fair Sub-Committee, highlighted NGF's role in strengthening core apparel categories, which form over 75% of India's clothing market. The fair offers retailers an opportunity to discover emerging trends and forge meaningful partnerships. Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman of the Fair Sub-Committee, emphasized menswear's evolution towards ethnic and casualwear, and womenswear's shift toward fusion fashion and occasion-specific choices, further accelerated by women leading household apparel decisions. Leading brands on display will include Double Bull, Dof, John Morris, Azzurro, Go Colors, Juniper, Diya Design Studio, and Four Buttons, among others. With a legacy of 80 successful editions, the NGF continues to reinforce its stature as India's definitive sourcing platform for apparel, empowering retailers, manufacturers, and designers with a curated and category-driven experience.
Fashion Value Chain
30-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
CMAI's Kidswear Fair Attracts 15K+ Trade Visitors
The 81st National Garment Fair (NGF)—Kidswear Edition, organized by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded with overwhelming success, drawing over 15,000 trade visitors from across India and over 50 international buyers. Held from June 23–25 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, the event underscored the kidswear sector's growing influence in India's fashion landscape. The show featured around 590 kidswear brands displaying their latest Autumn/Winter, festive, and wedding collections across 3.5 lakh sq. ft. of exhibit space. Buyers from countries including the UK, USA, UAE, Spain, South Africa, and Australia engaged with Indian exhibitors, driving substantial festive-season bookings. Santosh Katariya, President of CMAI, noted the kidswear segment is India's fastest-growing apparel category, set to reach $34 billion by 2029, driven by rising disposable incomes, style-conscious parenting, and aspirational purchasing in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. He emphasized how kidswear is evolving beyond basic clothing into lifestyle-driven fashion. Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman of the Fair Sub-Committee, emphasized the strategic decision to dedicate a standalone edition to kidswear, resulting in high-quality engagements and strong order volumes. He added that the positive feedback and footfall exceeded expectations, confirming demand for focused, category-specific trade events. Major retailers such as G3+, Kalyan Silks, Madan Collection, and Kings Life Style attended, signaling industry confidence. Exhibitors like Suruchi, My Silk, Duke Fashion, Badboys, Rivaaz, Tiny Girl, and Casa Dee Neene reported high interest and expected strong seasonal performance. Following the success of the Kidswear Edition, CMAI is preparing for the Men's and Women's Wear Edition of the 81st NGF, set to take place July 14–16, 2025 at the same venue. It will host over 800 brands and 40 accessory labels, covering 15,300 sqm for menswear, 21,200 sqm for womenswear, and 680 sqm for accessories.
Fashion Value Chain
21-06-2025
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- Fashion Value Chain
CMAI's 81st NGF Returns with New Two-Phase Format
India's largest apparel trade show, the National Garment Fair (NGF), returns for its 81st edition with a transformative new approach. Organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), the NGF will now be held in two distinct phases to enhance buyer experience and increase exhibitor capacity. Kidswear Fair : June 23–25, 2025 Menswear & Womenswear Fair: July 14–16, 2025 Both events will take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai, expecting over 35,000 buyers and featuring over 1400 brands across categories. The new format allows over 580 kidswear, 800 menswear & womenswear, and 40 accessories brands to showcase their latest collections in focused segments spread across over 57,000 sqm of exhibition space. Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, noted that domestic manufacturers are seeing major opportunities with new policies curbing garment imports from Bangladesh, giving Indian MSMEs greater momentum in a restructured global supply chain. Rohit Munjal, Chairman, CMAI's Fair Committee, highlighted the fair's unmatched popularity, with demand outpacing stall availability every year. The two-phase model directly responds to this overwhelming interest. Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, added that India's fashion market is primed for growth amid a surge in festive demand, rising sustainability awareness, and evolving consumer habits. Recognised as the most influential B2B apparel trade platform in India, the NGF continues to evolve, offering stronger sourcing, networking, and retail collaboration opportunities for all fashion stakeholders.
Fashion Value Chain
14-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
CMAI's 81st Garment Fair Goes Bigger with 2-Phase Format
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) announces the 81st edition of its flagship National Garment Fair (NGF)—India's largest B2B apparel trade event—with a bold new two-phase format to accommodate more brands and improve the sourcing experience for buyers. For the first time, the fair will be split into two dedicated segments: Kidswear Fair : June 23–25, 2025 Men's & Women's Wear Fair: July 14–16, 2025 Both shows will be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai. This strategic change allows the NGF to showcase over 1,400+ brands across: 580+ kidswear brands (20,400+ sqm) 800+ menswear & womenswear brands (36,500+ sqm combined) 40+ accessories brands The fair is expected to attract 35,000+ buyers nationwide, providing a highly focused and expansive platform for India's leading garment makers and retailers. CMAI President Santosh Katariya highlighted that recent policy shifts, such as import restrictions from Bangladesh, have opened doors for domestic manufacturers. The NGF reflects this shift, enabling MSMEs and homegrown labels to shine and forge strong retail partnerships. Rohit Munjal, Chairman of CMAI's Fair Committee, emphasized that the new phased approach meets rising demand, improves logistical efficiency, and strengthens the fair's strategic value in a changing market. Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman, added that with festive and wedding seasons ahead, NGF is well-timed to help brands capitalize on sustainability trends, value-driven consumption, and faster fashion cycles. The 81st NGF not only offers a bigger platform but reinforces India's position as a dynamic, self-reliant apparel hub.
