CMAI’s 3rd NIGF 2025 Concludes with Strong Industry Response

A high-impact apparel trade fair strengthening MSME growth and national buyer–seller engagement.

The 3rd North India Garment Fair (NIGF 2025) successfully wrapped up in New Delhi with over 125 exhibitors, 2800 buyers, strong national participation, and exceptional business outcomes, reaffirming its role as a key platform for India’s garment sector.

The 3rd edition of the North India Garment Fair (NIGF 2025), organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) and held from November 25–27, 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, wrapped up with an exceptional response, far surpassing industry expectations. The event featured over 125 exhibitors showcasing an extensive selection of menswear, womenswear, and kidswear.

NIGF 2025 continued its role as a vital platform for MSMEs by opening access to new markets, supporting festive-season collection launches, enabling business collaborations, and strengthening industry-wide networking. This year, the introduction of a dedicated pavilion for Tirupur manufacturers significantly boosted North–South industry exchange, reflecting shifting sourcing trends and the evolving dynamics of India’s apparel supply chain.

The fair attracted participants from key garment hubs such as Mumbai, Surat, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Tirupur, Ludhiana, Kolkata, and Delhi/NCR. Leading retailers in attendance included Gupta Creations (Delhi), Narang Garments (Delhi), Ravi Exclusif & Janaab (Amritsar), A to Z Kids House (Hisar), and Sagar (Sikar), among others. More than 2800 trade buyers visited the exhibition over three days, reaffirming its importance as a high-impact industry event. The Tirupur pavilion, introduced for the first time, received outstanding engagement, highlighting India’s collective manufacturing strength and diversity.

Commenting on the fair’s success, Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said, “The successful conclusion of the 3rd NIGF reinforces our commitment to expand the reach of domestic garment manufacturers in the northern markets and strengthen distribution linkages. By addressing evolving market needs through such curated platforms, we continue to empower MSMEs with new opportunities in untapped regions.”

Exhibitors also reported remarkable outcomes:

Uday Desai, Director, HDR Import Export, Mumbai, shared, “This was our first participation at NIGF, and the response from North India was extremely encouraging. The event helped us achieve substantial business through distributors, agents, and wholesalers. We appreciate CMAI for organising such an impactful fair.”
Avsar Sarvaiya, Director, Mohilya Couture Pvt Ltd, Surat, noted, “We participated for the first time and were able to connect with quality buyers from the North. We achieved nearly 10 times the business we expected, including export orders.”
Gowtham Muthukkumaran T, VP–Sales, Karunya Knitwears, Tiruppur, added, “Participating in this fair opened new business avenues and expanded our perspective. It provided excellent learning, networking, and a seamless organisational experience. We are now better equipped to collaborate with regional retailers.”
Chirayu Goel, Partner, Akanksha Fabrics (Trufit), Ludhiana, said, “This was our second time at NIGF, and once again, it was a positive experience. Being a winterwear brand, the timing worked well for us, and we connected with new buyers seeking ready stock. We also built new connections with agents and distributors in territories where we weren’t previously represented.”

With its expanding scale, deeper industry engagement, and strong national participation, the 3rd North India Garment Fair further solidifies its role as a premier regional trade event. CMAI’s continued focus on supporting MSMEs and fostering collaboration ensures that NIGF will remain a pivotal platform for accelerating growth in India’s apparel industry.