The inaugural session of Garment Conclave 2025 set the tone for the event with the unveiling of the Government of Gujarat's New Textile Policy, aimed at catalyzing growth in the garmenting sector. The policy highlights a host of incentives and benefits for entrepreneurs and industries looking to expand or establish garment manufacturing units in Gujarat.

In the segment on Financing in Textiles, representatives from SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India) presented schemes offering collateral-free loans up to ₹10 crore, tailored to the textile sector's unique needs. Additionally, Billmart introduced innovative, tech-driven financing solutions, designed to provide faster, easier access to working capital for textile entrepreneurs.

This session laid a strong foundation for the day, empowering participants with insights into supportive government policies and accessible funding options to drive Surat’s transformation into a global garmenting hub.

Surat, traditionally renowned for its textile production, is now poised to become a leading garmenting hub in India. The Garment Conclave 2025 highlighted a transformative vision for Surat’s future, backed by new policies, financial incentives, and industry collaborations.

Key Opportunities:

• Growing Market Segments: Surat is well-positioned to tap into the rising demand for Indo-Western, ethnic wear, and knitwear. These categories are experiencing robust growth in both domestic and export markets.

• Technical & Operational Support: The city offers strong infrastructure and technical know-how for setting up and scaling garmenting units. Industry leaders from brands like Pantaloons, Arvind, Birla, and Raymond are already engaged in mentoring and investment dialogues.

• Government & Financial Backing: The Gujarat Government’s new textile policy provides significant incentives for garmenting ventures. Institutions like SIDBI and Billmart offer financial access, including collateral-free loans up to ₹10 crore.

• Integration of Technology: Adoption of AI in design, inventory, and production is gaining momentum. Surat’s garmenting ecosystem is ready to embrace innovation, boosting efficiency and responsiveness to market trends.

• Sustainability Focus: With global standards evolving, Surat has the potential to lead in sustainable garment production, aligning with international frameworks like the UAE’s Sustainability Rulebook.

In short, Surat is not just a textile city anymore—it's emerging as India’s next big garmenting powerhouse.

🔍 AI in Fashion: Revolutionizing the Garment Industry

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming every aspect of the fashion and garmenting world. From design to production, AI empowers brands and manufacturers with smarter tools and data-driven decisions.

✨ Key Applications:

- Smart Designing: AI-generated designs based on trends and customer preferences.

- Inventory Management: Reduces waste by optimizing stock levels.

- Demand Forecasting: Predicts fashion trends and customer behavior.

- Production Efficiency: Enhances precision, reduces time, and improves quality.

Through live case studies and hands-on sessions, the Garment Conclave 2025 introduces how AI tools are shaping the future of Surat’s garment sector—faster, smarter, and more sustainable.

Sustainability in textiles emphasizes environmentally and socially responsible practices across the entire value chain—from raw material sourcing to manufacturing, distribution, and disposal. At Garment Conclave 2025, this theme is central to envisioning a future where Surat’s textile industry not only thrives economically but also leads India in sustainable garmenting.

The session highlighted:

🌍 A global vision for sustainable fashion, championed by the United Nations and UNIDO.
📜 Introduction of international regulatory frameworks like the UAE’s Sustainability Rulebook and their implications for Indian textile exports.
🔁 Best practices in sustainable production—reducing water use, energy consumption, chemical impact, and promoting recycling and circular fashion.
💼 A call for Surat to adopt sustainability as a core business strategy, positioning it as a leader in responsible garment manufacturing.

This discussion aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those focused on responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), industry innovation (SDG 9), and climate action (SDG 13).

FASHIONOVA 2025 is the grand finale segment of the Garment Conclave 2025, organized by IDT (Institute of Design and Technology), held on 5th July 2025 at Avadh Utopia, Surat. This year's fashion show is themed “Elemental Art” — a creative and sustainable design showcase inspired by the five elements of nature: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space.

Key Highlights:

A platform for emerging designers to fuse sustainability with imagination.
Garments reflect nature’s essence using traditional techniques such as Block Printing, Tie & Dye, Embroidery, Fabric Painting, and Digital Printing.
Each piece serves as both an artistic expression and an eco-conscious fashion statement.

FASHIONOVA 2025 is not just a fashion show — it's a tribute to nature, craftsmanship, and the future of sustainable fashion.