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CMAI Welcomes UPI Fee Deferral, Seeks Relief For Small Retailers

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has welcomed the deferment of the proposed merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI merchant payments, while seeking a review of its impact on small apparel retailers operating on thin margins. The framework, originally scheduled to take

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CMAI’s 84th Garment Fair Draws 920 Exhibitors

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has secured participation from 920 exhibitors and 1,010 brands for its 84th National Garment Fair, scheduled for February 2027 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The Spring/Summer sourcing event will feature 1,050 stalls spread across approximately 41,000 square metres. Men’s wear, kids’ wear and accessories

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Santosh Katariya Re-Elected CMAI President For Second Term

Textile Insights October 7, 2026

Santosh Katariya has been re-elected as President of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) for a second consecutive term, with the association’s core leadership team also retaining their respective positions. The continuity in leadership reflects the confidence of CMAI members in the association’s ongoing initiatives and industry engagement, while

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Gartex Texprocess India 2026 To Bring Together Textile And Denim Manufacturing Ecosystem

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

Gartex Texprocess India, incorporating the Denim Show, will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from August 6–8, 2026, bringing together key stakeholders from the garment, textile and denim manufacturing sectors. The exhibition will feature over 185 exhibitors, 700+ brands and more than 1,200 products across 14,850 sq m of exhibition space. Supported by the […]

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CMAI Backs Standardised Indian Apparel Sizing Framework

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has welcomed the move towards a standardized apparel sizing system based on Indian body measurements, calling it a major step for both consumers and the apparel industry. Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor, CMAI, said the association has been involved in the initiative from the beginning, working with NIFT and […]

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CMAI Highlights India’s Apparel Strength And Global Ambitions At Bharat Tex 2026

Textile Insights July 23, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) concluded its participation at Bharat Tex 2026, showcasing India’s growing strength as a global apparel manufacturing and sourcing destination. As a partner of Bharat Tex since its inception, CMAI facilitated the participation of more than 100 exhibitors across apparel, textiles, brands and sustainability initiatives.

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CMAI Hosts AI Masterclass to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Apparel Industry

Textile Insights June 9, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organized an exclusive AI Masterclass, “Traditional Business Se AI-Powered Business Tak”, bringing together more than 600 apparel manufacturers, retailers, brand owners and industry professionals to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in business operations. Held on June 3 at

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CMAI’s Most Popular NGF Back With Its 82nd Edition In The New Year

Textile Insights January 16, 2026

82nd NGF: India’s Largest Spring Summer Apparel Trade Fair, January 20-22, Showcasing 1085 Brands Across 7 Lakh Sq. Ft. Connecting Over 1,000 Exhibitors and expected 20000+ pan-India Retailers at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, shaping the Future of Fashion. The 82nd National Garment Fair (NGF), India’s largest Spring–Summer apparel trade fair, will be held from January […]

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CMAI’s Kidswear Fair Draws 15K+ Buyers, Marks Segment Surge

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) successfully concluded the 81st National Garment Fair, Kidswear Edition from June 23–25 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The exclusive show drew over 15,000 buyers from India and 50+ international visitors, reinforcing the growing demand for kidswear. Featuring 590 brands across 3.5 lakh sq. ft., the fair saw

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CMAI’s 81st Garment Fair Goes Two-Phase

Textile Insights June 12, 2025

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has announced the 81st edition of its flagship event, the National Garment Fair (NGF), to be held in a new two-phase format. Recognized as India’s largest B2B apparel trade fair, the 81st NGF will feature two focused segments — Kidswear from June 23 to 25, and Menswear and […]