Reinforcing its position as India’s largest B2B sourcing platform for the domestic apparel industry, the 83rd National Garment Fair (NGF), organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), opened its doors today across two dedicated venues in Mumbai. Running from July 13–15, 2026, the fair is expected to welcome more than 25,000 retailers, distributors and trade buyers from India and overseas.
The Womenswear edition is being held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, while the Menswear segment is taking place at the MMRDA Grounds, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Together, the twin exhibitions underscore the scale and diversity of India’s fast-evolving apparel market ahead of the crucial festive and wedding buying season.
The fair was inaugurated by Rohit Kedia, Baazar Style Retail Ltd. (Style Bazaar), Kolkata; Pankaj Mirchandani, G. Sachanand/Kalamandir, Indore; and Divesh Malve, Taruni Clothing Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, in the presence of CMAI office bearers, managing committee members, exhibitors and leading retailers from across the country.
960+ Brands Showcase Latest Collections
Spread across over 40,000 sq. metres of exhibition space, the 83rd NGF brings together more than 600 womenswear brands, 345 menswear brands and 45 accessories brands, represented through 560+ womenswear stalls and 330+ menswear stalls. The exhibition also hosts 284 Platinum Buyers from across India, offering them exclusive sourcing and networking facilities.
The womenswear halls feature leading brands including Juniper, Sakhi, Maand, Esika, Focus Jeans, Global Balika, Liva (Grasim), Innaya, Maitri, Zola, Redrose, Inlook and several others. Meanwhile, the menswear section showcases established labels such as Turtle, Azzurro, Spyral, Orion, Orchid Style, Zanaab Ethnic Wear, Red & White, Savriya, Milan and many more, presenting retailers with an extensive range of fashion offerings for the upcoming season.
Buyers from India and Overseas
The fair has attracted strong participation from retailers, wholesalers, distributors and sourcing professionals from across India, while international buyers from countries including UAE, Australia, Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mauritius, Fiji, Albania and Sri Lanka are also visiting the event.
With a strong focus on festive and wedding collections, NGF continues to provide a strategic platform for business networking, product discovery, sourcing partnerships and market expansion for Indian apparel brands.
Industry Outlook Remains Positive
Speaking at the inauguration, Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said the Indian apparel industry continues to witness healthy momentum, particularly in Tier II and Tier III markets.
“The Indian apparel market is on a steady growth trajectory, driven by rising consumption in smaller cities and deeper market penetration through e-commerce. NGF comes at an ideal time, enabling retailers to source the latest collections while helping manufacturers build meaningful partnerships ahead of the country’s most important retail season,” he said.
Retail Leaders Highlight NGF’s Business Value
Rohit Kedia, representing Baazar Style Retail Ltd., said the company’s vision has always been to make affordable fashion accessible across India.
“CMAI has created a platform that connects retailers with manufacturers under one roof. Our entire buying team is here, and we look forward to discovering new collections and strengthening partnerships,” he remarked.
Sharing his long association with the fair, Pankaj Mirchandani of G. Sachanand/Kalamandir said NGF has played a defining role in the company’s growth journey.
“We first attended NGF in 2000 when we were new to the garment business. Since then, every edition has brought new learning, new relationships and new business opportunities,” he noted.
Divesh Malve, Taruni Clothing Pvt. Ltd., expressed gratitude to CMAI for recognising the brand and acknowledged NGF’s contribution towards the company’s expansion over the years.
NGF Continues to Strengthen India’s Apparel Ecosystem
Commenting on this edition, Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, CMAI, highlighted the scale of the exhibition.
“The 83rd National Garment Fair reflects the strength and diversity of India’s apparel industry. With dedicated venues for womenswear and menswear, the fair offers focused sourcing experiences while creating opportunities for MSMEs, established brands, manufacturers and retailers to collaborate and grow together,” he said.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by several CMAI office bearers including Ankur Gadia, Anand Chokshi, Paresh Vora, Mukesh Jain, Dinesh Nandu, Rahul Mehta, along with members of the CMAI Managing Committee and prominent industry leaders.
Enhanced Visitor Experience
To facilitate seamless movement between venues, CMAI has introduced dedicated shuttle services connecting NESCO, Goregaon Railway Station, MMRDA Grounds, Jio Garden Parking and internal halls at the exhibition venues. In addition, a BEST bus service is operating between Bandra Railway Station (East) and the MMRDA Grounds, ensuring convenient access for exhibitors and visitors throughout the three-day event.
Having successfully completed 82 editions, the National Garment Fair continues to remain India’s flagship B2B apparel sourcing exhibition, serving as a vital platform that connects manufacturers, brands, retailers and buyers while supporting the continued growth of the country’s apparel industry.
