Mumbai : Last textile policy was declared in 2000. Thereafter, lots of developments have taken place in the Textile Industry and new sectors like technical textile have emerged. So, the Govt. has appointed National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council (NMCC) under the chairmanship of Mr. Ajay Shankar. The first meeting of this committee will be taking place on 2nd July 2013. This committee will review the old textile policy and prepare a final report on National Fibre Policy by 31st October 2013, said Mr. A.B. Joshi, Textlle Commissioner, while inaugurating India’s largest garment fair on 1st July 2013.

The Clothing Manufacturers Association 0f India (CMAI), celebrating its Golden Jubilee this Year, has organized India’s Largest ever Apparel Trade Show “The 57th National Garment Fair” which would remain open till Wednesday, 3rd July 2013 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, NSE Complex, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400 063.

Mr. A.B. Joshi, Textile Commissioner has further stated that after removal of 10% excise duty on branded readymade garments, it has provided boost to the industry and it has started moving upwards again towards growth path. This largest garment fair will also improve the sentiment of the clothing & textile industry. Good monsoon will also increase the cotton production.

The Fair has been spread over approx. 3.75 Lakh Sq. Feet and having 589 Stalls displaying over 640 Brands. This has been the India’s Largest ever Garment Fair held so far. Approx 35,000 Retailers from all across India are expected to visit this B2B Fair.

There will be 4 fashion shows, 2 fashion shows each, on 1st & 2nd July 2013.

The Business Networking Sessions would provide an Opportunity for Exhibitors to meet Agents & Distributors in the First Session, High Street Retailers in the Second Session and Merchandisers from National Chain Stores in the Third Session. CMAI has invited Reputed Agents & Distributors, High Street Retailers from 15 States and All National Chain Stores to Participate in the Business Networking Sessions where the Exhibitors at the Fair will be provided an opportunity to meet them with prior appointments.

CMAI’s next National Garment Fair will be held from 6th to 8th January 2014 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregam-Mumbai

Source : Sachin Murdeshwar