CMAI’s 83rd National Garment Fair Attracts Over 48,500 Buyers Across Three Editions

Apparel trade event records strong buyer participation, business bookings and showcases more than 1,500 brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear and accessories

The 83rd National Garment Fair (NGF) – Womenswear and Menswear segment, organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded after three days of business engagement from July 13 to 15, 2026, in Mumbai. Together with the Kidswear segment held earlier, the event recorded a combined footfall of more than 48,500 buyers, including retailers, distributors, wholesalers and buying agents.

The 83rd National Garment Fair (NGF) – Womenswear and Menswear segment, organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded on July 15, 2026, following three days of trade activity held from July 13 to 15, 2026.

The event was organised simultaneously at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon and MMRDA Grounds, BKC, Bandra East. Combined with the Kidswear segment held earlier, the 83rd National Garment Fair welcomed a total footfall of over 48,500 buyers, including retailers, distributors, wholesalers and buying agents.

According to CMAI, the fair recorded strong trade bookings ahead of the festive and wedding season. Spread across more than 60,000 sq. metres of exhibition space, the event featured over 600 Womenswear brands, 345 Menswear brands, 600 Kidswear brands, and 45 fashion accessories labels.

The exhibition also saw participation from retailers and buying houses representing metro cities as well as Tier II and Tier III markets. Around 284 Platinum Buyers attended the fair, providing additional business opportunities for exhibitors.

Commenting on the industry's growth, Santosh Katariya, President of CMAI, said, “The Indian apparel industry is undergoing a metamorphosis as consumers seek fashion that reflects their individuality, lifestyle, and aspirations. As brands respond with faster product innovation and more diverse collections, platforms like NGF play a vital role in connecting them with retailers looking to meet these changing consumer preferences.”

Speaking on the conclusion of the event, Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, CMAI, said, "The overall response has been extremely encouraging, reflecting strong buyer engagement, and healthy order bookings across both Womenswear and Menswear segments. The category-focused format enabled retailers to source efficiently while providing brands with valuable opportunities to connect with quality trade partners."

Sharing observations on market trends, Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, CMAI, said, “The Indian apparel industry is witnessing a shift towards faster fashion cycles, personalised styling, and contemporary interpretations of both western and ethnic wear. Success today depends on how quickly brands can respond to evolving consumer preferences. NGF bridges this gap by providing a focused business platform where innovation, trend discovery, and meaningful trade collaborations.”

Industry participants also shared their experiences at the exhibition.

Mohit Satra, Owner, RE Channel, a women's and menswear brand from Mumbai, said, "It's the footfall they have, the quality of the exhibition they hold, and the number of stores and manufacturers they are able to gather that make this a very successful event year after year. The response has been very good, very nice. As expected, CMAI always delivers the best."

Santosh from TURTLE, a menswear brand from Kolkata, said, “Participating at NGF has always helped us reach a much wider audience. Last year, our business recorded a turnover of around ₹500 crore, and we are targeting nearly 25% growth this year. We believe our participation here will contribute significantly by increasing our brand awareness and expanding our reach across the country.”

Deepti from Juniper, a womenswear brand from Jaipur, expressed, "We have been participating here for around 15 years, and it has become an imminent platform for us. The response has been very encouraging, especially considering the current market conditions. NGF continues to provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen existing relationships while building new business connections."

Sachin Vora from Redrose, a womenswear brand from Mumbai, commented, "For us, NGF is a national-level platform where the entire industry comes together to connect, discuss business, and grow together. The response here is always good—people wait for it every year, so it has to be a success. We are also happy to see greater focus on the innerwear category this year, which will definitely help the segment to grow further."

Mohit, Owner, Aanchal, Gurmaya, Reatra, womenswear brands from Ahmedabad, expressed, "The response has been quite good, and we have received several new business enquiries. NGF is very important as it helps to connect with export buyers from markets such as Fiji, Australia, and Malaysia. It continues to open up new business opportunities for our brand."

The National Garment Fair (NGF) organised by CMAI has completed 82 editions and continues to serve as a trade platform for the Indian apparel industry, facilitating B2B engagement and category-focused sourcing opportunities.