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70TH NGF SPECIAL
“I SEE E-COMMERCE PICKING UP
PACE. WE TOO SELL THROUGH
B2B PORTALS. BUT MANY
ENQUIRIES DO NOT TRANSLATE
INTO SALES”
buying, many enquiries do not convert into sales
as customers eventually have to meet us to feel
and test the garments.”
Darshan Mehta, Revolve, said, “I am
participating in the NGF for the second time.
I believe in the saying ‘expectations lead to
disappointments’ so I am just open to whatever
the Fair brings to me.”
Harsh Muchala, Asterek Jeans, said, “Most
brands that I see here are quite established and
have good presence all over India. However, I also
think that there should be a clear demarcation for
traditional and Western wear and accessories for
more clarity.”
Vineet Mandal, Anjali Traders, expressed, “We
are participating in the NGF for the first time. It
has been going good until now and hopefully,
we will be participating again. The economic
slowdown has affected everyone’s business a
lot. Having been in this line for the past 14–15
years, we have noticed that this is the most that
our business has suffered in all these years. The
solution for the industry now depends on the
resolutions the Government passes.”
Vishan Dubaria, Structuren Cargo, said, “We
have been taking part in NGFs for more than
seven years now. As is the case with every
edition, the execution of the Fair has been up
to mark.”
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Dhiraj Gandhi, Prom Girl, declared, “We have
been participating in the NGF for the last six
years. The response has been cold to an extent
but the energy is good as always.”
Day One ended as positively as it started, and
participants looked forward to what Day Two had
in store for them.
DAY TWO
Day Two kicked off with retailers pouring
in from various states. Mr Subhash Desai,
Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Government of
Maharashtra, was the guest of honour. He was
welcomed by Mr Rakesh Biyani President, CMAI,
and other Office Bearers of the Association, Mr
Rahul Mehta, and Mr Rohit Munjal. Mr Desai, Mr
Mehta and Mr Biyani were later seen sitting down
at the Platinum Lounge to discuss the overall
industry sentiment. Mr Biyani, President, then