New Delhi to host IIGF’s 51st edition from July 15

After the successful Golden Jubilee of India International

Garment Fair (IIGF), the 51st IIGF Spring/Summer 2014 will kick start at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on July 15. A Sakthivel, Chairman AEPC explains, “We are hopeful that 51th IIGF will serve as a much needed platform and an opportunity for a large number of exhibitors and buyers from across the globe to interact under one roof. Response to the earlier IIGFs had been commendable and this time too it will definitely provide the much needed fillip to the Indian textile industry.”

IIGF is unique fair that brings together the best in Indian apparel and accessories, fabrics, home furnishings and made-ups, Indian handicrafts, wool and woolen products, jute and carpets – all under one roof. Associations like AEMA, GEA, CMAI and GEAR are also participating in this year’s IIGF.

Sudhir Sekhri, Chairman Exports Promotion at AEPC stated that, IIGF presents a blend of the traditional and the modern is the biggest ever event on Indian textiles featuring over 400 exhibitors and 2,000 global buyers displaying diverse range of products from the entire length and breadth of the country. “This fair will truly be a showcase of the strengths of the entire Indian textile industry. IIGF aims to provide the biggest platform in Asia to the exporters and the buyers. The event will showcase India’s huge potential as an exporting country and will offer a great variety for its global buyers,” he added.

Many companies and buyers from across the world are expected to visit this year. One to one meetings and matching of buyers will be organized on the spot for business generation. Everyday there will be fashion shows for the promotion of products displayed.