CMAI & IDT to Host Garment Conclave, Fashionova in Surat

Surat:
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) – Gujarat Regional Office, in collaboration with the Institute of Design and Technology (IDT), Surat, is set to organize the inaugural edition of “CMAI Garment Conclave & Fashionova-2025” in Surat. The event will take place on July 5, 2025, at Avadh Utopia, Dumas Road.

According to Ajoy Bhattacharya, Chairman of CMAI Gujarat Region, this is the first time a national-level garment event is being held in Surat. The key goal of the event is to establish Surat as the “Garment Hub of India.” The conclave will see participation from national brands, government officials, technical experts, and renowned speakers from the apparel industry.

He added that this initiative will not only elevate Surat’s profile as a garment hub but will also provide a valuable platform for discussions on topics such as sustainability, textile innovations, artificial intelligence (AI), and the future direction of the industry. Representatives from leading brands like Pantaloons, West Side, Arvind Group, SOCH, Jade Blue, Raymond Ethnic, and Peppermint will be present to share insights and explore future opportunities for Surat's garment sector.

In addition, attendees will be informed about Gujarat Government’s textile-related policies and the new textile policy beneficial for the textile and apparel industry. The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) will also present various schemes specifically designed for MSMEs.

To conclude the event, a grand fashion show titled “Fashionova-2025” will be held at 7:00 PM. The show will feature garments created by more than 120 students from IDT, displayed under 22 distinct themes centered on sustainability, innovation, and cultural identity.