India’s largest apparel trade show with 1,300 brands attracts more than 30,000 retailers from across the country in Mumbai
The 79th National Garment Fair (NGF) 2024 organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), was inaugurated by Seerna Rajamouli of R S Brothers, South India’s leading Retail Group on 23 July in the august presence of industry leaders, apparel manufacturers, retailers, distributors and other industry members at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon and Jio World Convention Centre, BKC.
79th NGF is showcasing more than 1,300 apparel brands within an expansive 1 million square feet of exhibition space spread across two venues, men’s wear, women’s wear and accessories at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon and kids wear at the Jio Convention Centre, BKC over the next four days from 23 to 26 July 2024 featuring a diverse range for collections for the largest assembly of retailers and distributors from across India.
CMAI dignitaries present at the inauguration included, Rajesh Masand, President; Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman, NGF; Santosh Katariya, General Secretary; Ankur Gadia, Treasurer; Anand Choksi, Joint Chairman, NGF and Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor among other office bearers and managing committee members.
Speaking about the domestic apparel market, Rajesh Masand, President, Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) said, “The apparel industry is optimistic about the upcoming festive season. Along with showcasing the vibrant and diverse offerings of apparel brands, the National Garment Fair highlights the industry’s resilience after a tepid demand since last two years. This NGF provides an unparalleled platform for brands and manufacturers to showcase their latest collections and innovations. As the country gears up for a season of celebration, NGF serves as a crucial hub for retailers and buyers to source the finest apparel, ensuring that end consumers have access to a wide range of stylish options.”
Speaking at the inauguration, Seerna Rajamouli, R S Brothers said, “The fashion industry is at a fascinating intersection of form and function. The consumers need clothing, true, but there is also a deeply psychological aspect to the clothes they wear and the ways the apparel industry influences consumers to purchase their brand over. We are amazed with the positive energy at the fair and impressed to see vast variety of collections that is on display at both the fair venues. Indeed, its the perfect sourcing platform for our buying teams who are present here.”
About the business prospects at NGF, Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman, NGF, Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) said, “The 79th National Garment Fair is a testament to our commitment to present innovation, fashion and trends which foster connections in the apparel industry. Trade visitors will have the opportunity to explore collections from over 1,300 brands across men’s wear, women’s wear, kids wear and accessories. We look forward to a successful event that continues to drive growth and opportunity.”
Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor, Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) expressed, “Looking ahead to the upcoming festive season, all stakeholders present here anticipate growth in both volume and profits. The initial response has been buoyant and we are optimistic about a successful festive quarter for the apparel industry.”
The National Garment Fair (NGF) by CMAI has successfully delivered 78 editions previously and stands as the premier trade fair in the Indian apparel industry. This biannual show serves as a key platform, bringing together national and regional brands, manufacturers, designers and fashion accessories producers with retailers, agents, distributors and ecommerce companies.
The domestic apparel market is projected to reach 105.50 billion USD in 2024 with an anticipated annual growth rate of 3.81 per cent from 2024 to 2028.
