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:
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Radhika Jalan, Tandhan Fashion, Kolkata: “This is our first time participating… really happy with the footfall and visibility.”
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Purvi Agarwal, Linen and Linens, Mumbai: “Overwhelmed by the response… confident of a great experience.”
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Raghushree Poddar, REME Lifestyle, Jaipur: “CMAI helped shape me into the ‘REME lady’ that I am today.”
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Naman Singhal, VANAM by SBS, Kolkata: “Infrastructure, team, setup—brilliant. Outstanding customer walk-ins.”
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Vishesh Dadu, Dadu Apparels, Delhi: “Phenomenal response… buyers here have a distinct taste.”
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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.
