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CMAI’s 82nd National Garment Fair Opens In Mumbai, Draws 20,000 Plus Retailers Nationwide

• By  Textile Excellence
• January 20, 2026

The 82^nd National Garment Fair NGF, organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India CMAI, opened in Mumbai on January 20, reinforcing its position as India’s largest and most influential apparel trade platform. The three-day fair at the Bombay Exhibition Centre NESCO, Goregaon East, was inaugurated by Shri Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.

More than 1,085 brands and over 1,070 stalls are presenting Spring Summer 2026 collections across menswear womenswear and kidswear. The event is spread across 7 lakh square feet and is expected to attract over 20,000 retailers from across the country, underlining the strength of India’s domestic apparel market.

Shri Rohit Kansal highlighted the scale of the Indian textile ecosystem, valued at US$ 176 billion, where the domestic sector contributes nearly US$ 140 billion. He noted that domestic textile consumption has been growing at 7-8% annually and is expected to accelerate further as disposable incomes rise and India progresses towards a developed economy. Apparel spending is projected to benefit directly from this structural shift.

CMAI President Santosh Katariya said the apparel sector continues to demonstrate resilience in 2026, driven by domestic demand and a growing preference for quality led products. Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman of the Fair Committee, emphasised NGF’s role in enabling national market access and meaningful B2B engagement. Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor CMAI, pointed to premiumisation and Gen Z led demand as key growth drivers. India’s apparel revenues are projected to grow by 10.5% in FY26, making platforms like NGF critical for industry collaboration, sourcing efficiency and future ready growth.

Shri Rohit Kansal highlighted the scale of the Indian textile ecosystem, valued at US$ 176 billion, where the domestic sector contributes nearly US$ 140 billion. He noted that domestic textile consumption has been growing at 7-8% annually and is expected to accelerate further as disposable incomes rise and India progresses towards a developed economy. Apparel spending is projected to benefit directly from this structural shift.