Textiles Minister inaugurates 55th India International Garment Fair
Updated: Jul 13, 2015 03:53:59pm
New Delhi, July 13 (KNN) The 55th India International Garment Fair, 2015 at Pragati Maidan in the national capital was inaugurated today by Santosh Kumar Gangwar, the Minister of State for Textiles (I/C).
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that given its employment and export intensity, the apparel industry plays a significant role in realizing the vision of ‘Make in India’.
He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Government has laid a renewed emphasis on boosting manufacturing, growing exports and generating more employment.
In this regard, the Minister mentioned about the initiative announced by Modi in Nagaland, on 1st December, 2014, wherein an Apparel and Garment Making Centre shall be constructed in all North Eastern states. He added that foundation stone has already been laid for such centres in all states of the region, and that work has commenced.
The Minister further added that people are interested in India and in working with India. He observed that whenever he comes to the IIGF, he finds very good participation of exporters, with large number of reputed overseas buyers. He assured that Ministry of Textiles would continue to provide all requisite support for organizing India International Garment Fair.
Sanjay Kumar Panda, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, stated that 55th India International Garment Fair is India’s largest garment show in South Asia, covering apparel and fashion accessories. He requested all foreign buyers to take out some time to visit Incredible India, citing the Ministry’s efforts to link textiles with tourism.
Virender Uppal, Chairman AEPC stated that the 55th IIGF has attracted 305 buyers from across the globe, of which 202 are from traditional markets and 103 are from non-traditional markets. 2,921 buyers have already registered for the fair. He said that this is an indication that buyers have started showing faith and view India to be a safe and compliant destination for sourcing garments.
The Chairman said that the objective of IIGF is to showcase latest and emerging trends in garments and fashion accessories. The Chairman thanked the Ministry of Textiles for its supportive policies.
55th IIGF is a three day fair which is being held from 13th to 15th July 2015, at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. (KNN Bureau)
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that given its employment and export intensity, the apparel industry plays a significant role in realizing the vision of ‘Make in India’.
He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Government has laid a renewed emphasis on boosting manufacturing, growing exports and generating more employment.
In this regard, the Minister mentioned about the initiative announced by Modi in Nagaland, on 1st December, 2014, wherein an Apparel and Garment Making Centre shall be constructed in all North Eastern states. He added that foundation stone has already been laid for such centres in all states of the region, and that work has commenced.
The Minister further added that people are interested in India and in working with India. He observed that whenever he comes to the IIGF, he finds very good participation of exporters, with large number of reputed overseas buyers. He assured that Ministry of Textiles would continue to provide all requisite support for organizing India International Garment Fair.
Sanjay Kumar Panda, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, stated that 55th India International Garment Fair is India’s largest garment show in South Asia, covering apparel and fashion accessories. He requested all foreign buyers to take out some time to visit Incredible India, citing the Ministry’s efforts to link textiles with tourism.
Virender Uppal, Chairman AEPC stated that the 55th IIGF has attracted 305 buyers from across the globe, of which 202 are from traditional markets and 103 are from non-traditional markets. 2,921 buyers have already registered for the fair. He said that this is an indication that buyers have started showing faith and view India to be a safe and compliant destination for sourcing garments.
The Chairman said that the objective of IIGF is to showcase latest and emerging trends in garments and fashion accessories. The Chairman thanked the Ministry of Textiles for its supportive policies.
55th IIGF is a three day fair which is being held from 13th to 15th July 2015, at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. (KNN Bureau)
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