Last updated : April 23, 2025 3:45 pm
The event was inaugurated by the heads of leading corporate groups, retail chains and clothing brands at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai.
The 5th edition of the Fabrics, Accessories & Beyond (FAB) Show 2025, organized by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), and inaugurated by leading stalwarts of India’s fashion and apparel industry at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Goregaon East, Mumbai brings together the entire textile and apparel supply chain, from innovative fabrics and fashion-forward accessories to sustainability-focused solutions — all under one roof.
Gracing the inaugural ceremony as Guests of Honour were Jitendra Chauhan, Chairman & Managing Director, Jade Blue, Ahmedabad; Saurabh Sharma, Head of E-Commerce & B2B, Juniper Fashions, Jaipur; Raja Harbinder Singh, Sourcing Head, Pantaloons; Nameet Srivastava, SCM Category Head, Ethnix by Raymond; Vijay Panjwani,
Chief Sourcing Manager, Kewal Kiran Clothing Ltd; Tejas Katariya, Director, Peppermint Clothing; and Sushil Singh, Raymond Lifestyle Ltd. The FAB Show 2025 is supported by the Government of Maharashtra and The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI.)
The Curtain Raiser of FAB Show 2025 was graced by Shri Sanjay Savkare, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, Govt. of Maharashtra, as the Chief Guest of the ceremony.
Key highlights of FAB Show 2025 include Chhattisgarh supporting as the ‘Partner State’ and the signing of a MoU between the Government of Chhattisgarh and CMAI to formalise opening of the CMAI facilitation centre in the State.
FAB Show is a common platform where manufacturers, sourcing heads, fashion designers, and retailers come together to explore new materials, form collaborations, and prepare for the upcoming fashion cycles. Spanning over 2,00,000 lakh square feet of exhibition space, the show features over 250 exhibitors, and attracts over 12,000 trade visitors, further enhancing its impact on the industry.
Highlighting the growing importance of India in the global sourcing landscape, Santosh Katariya, President, Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) said, “FAB Show 2025 is a vital platform that brings together the best of India’s textile supply chain, fabrics, accessories, and innovation under one roof. It’s encouraging to see the growing participation and enthusiasm from both exhibitors and buyers, reflecting the industry's commitment to quality and sustainability. At a time when global sourcing is undergoing a shift, especially with the U.S. imposing higher tariffs on key competitors, FAB Show positions India strongly as a reliable and competitive sourcing partner for the world.”
The FAB Show 2025 brings together heads of over 15 leading industry associations from across India, including The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tiruppur Exporters Association, Noida Apparel Exporter Cluster, Garment Exporters Association of Rajasthan, Bangalore Apparel Manufacturers Association, Indore Readymade Vastra Vyapari Sangh, Saurashtra Textile Traders Association, South India Garment Association, The South India Hosiery Manufacturers Association Tiruppur, Clothing Manufacturers & Traders Charitable Association, Vidharbha Ethnic Manufacturers Association, among others.
Business networking session are being held during the Fab Show 2025 between leading fabric manufacturers, prominent brands, and corporates, fostering meaningful industry connections and collaboration.
Over the three days CMAI has organised knowledge sessions that include panel discussions and keynotes by industry experts on topics like Transforming the Value Chain - A Brands Take on Sourcing & Standards; Transform Apparel Business with the Power of AI; and The Fashion Ecosystem Effect - Why It's a Gamechanger
for Manufacturers.
The show includes a dedicated Sustainability Pavilion with over 20 vendors offering eco-friendly solutions and knowledge sessions on Sustainability that include topics such as Sustainable Materials - Trims, Certification, Packaging & More; Road to Revenue for Textile Waste - A Decarbonization Journey; Sustainable Materials - Trims, Certification, Packaging & More.