The West Bengal garment industry is set to thrive with the 56th Garment Fair and B2B Expo, held from July 1-3, 2024, at Biswa Bangla (Milan Mela), Kolkata. Organized by the West Bengal Garment Manufacturers and Dealers Association (WBGMDA), the event is expected to generate Rs 850-900 crore in business with the participation of 900 national and international brands.
This significant event underscores its impact on the state's economy, marked by the presence of government officials and key industry figures. Inaugurated by Chandrima Bhattacharya, Finance Minister of West Bengal, and Sujit Bose, Minister of State for Fire, the expo gathered notable personalities such as Pradeep Kumar Nandy, Nirmal Jain, and Ram Chandra Agarwal, among others.
WBGMDA, with 58 years of industry service, has consistently facilitated B2B exhibitions and garment fairs to strengthen the global textile supply chain and support the growth of MSMEs. The non-retail event has evolved into a key meeting point for prominent businesses in Eastern India, significantly contributing to the GDP and job creation.
DevendraBaid, Hony. Secretary of WBGMDA, highlighted the event's longstanding success and the association's role in bolstering the readymade garment sector amid economic fluctuations. President HariKishanRathi emphasized the support received over the years and expressed hope for creating a sustainable environment for future generations, with this meet offering fresh opportunities for all participants.
