The West Bengal garment industry comes alive with the 59th Garment Meet and B2B Expo being held over three days from 5th to 7th January, 2026, at Science City, Kolkata, spread within 2 lac sqft. area. This event, organized by the West Bengal Garment Manufacturers and Dealers Association (WBGMDA), which has been a pivotal part of the industry for 61 years, is expected to create significant business prospects. More than 1000 national and international brands will be featured in this 59th Garment Buyers & Sellers Meet & B2B Expo, showcasing a wide selection of readymade garments for kids, men, and women, and it is projected to generate commercial dealings valued at around Rs. 1500 crore in the wholesale market.
The significance of the event for the state’s economy was underlined by the presence of the State Government and leading businessmen and prominent corporate houses who attended the event, demonstrating the significance of the Association’s endeavor in boosting the State economy. The event was inaugurated by: Sri. Sujit Bose, Minister of State for Fire, Govt. of WB; Sri. Atin Ghosh, Deputy Mayor of Kolkata; Smt. Rehana Khatun, Councillor & Borough Co-ordinator; along with notable figures such as Sri. Hari Kishan Rathi, President of WBGMDA; Sri. Vijay Kariwala, Senior Vice President of WBGMDA; Sri. Pradeep Murarka, Vice President of WBGMDA; Sri. Devendra Baid, Hon. Secretary and Sri. Manish Agarwal executive committee member of WBGMDA and many others.
On this occasion, Sri. Hari Kishan Rathi, President of West Bengal Garment Manufacturers & Dealers Association stated, “The 59th Garment Buyers & Sellers Meet & B2B Expo is a testament to the strength, resilience, and growing global relevance of the garment industry in West Bengal. Over the decades, WBGMDA has remained committed to creating meaningful business platforms that connect manufacturers, traders, and buyers from across the country and abroad. This year’s expo, with participation from over 1,000 brands, not only reinforces Kolkata’s position as a key apparel sourcing hub but also significantly contributes to employment generation and economic growth of the state.”
Speaking to the media, Sri. Devendra Baid, Hony. Secretary of West Bengal Garment Manufacturers & Dealers Association stated, “Our objective with the 59th edition is to go beyond traditional B2B engagement and create a more inclusive ecosystem by integrating the retail segment alongside wholesale trade. Spread across nearly two lakh square feet, this expo offers unmatched opportunities for networking, innovation, and large-scale commercial transactions. We believe this platform will help our members expand their reach, adapt to evolving market trends, and strengthen West Bengal’s role in the national and global garment supply chain.”
About WBGMDA: The West Bengal Garment Manufacturers and Dealers Association is one of the leading organizations in Eastern India, representing the ready-made garment industry and its commerce. Founded in 1962, the organization offers specialized services with the goal of promoting the growth of the ready-made clothing sector. The Bharat Chamber of Commerce is in charge of its operations. The association, which has more than 570 members, is governed democratically and run by a core committee, committee members, and co-opted individuals, all of whom are dedicated to improving the organization and serving its members. The group conducts biannual Garment Buyers and Sellers Meets, hosts seminars, assists members in comprehending government choices and policies, promotes blood drives and health screenings, and acts as a mediator in arbitration conflicts.
Other key committee members present from West Bengal Garment Manufacturers and Traders Association were: Sri. Kanhiyalal Lakhotia, Treasurer, Sri. Prem Kumar Sinhal, Jt. Treasurer, Sri. Amarchand Jain, Sri. Tarun Kumar Jhajharia, Sri. Ashish Jhawar, Sri. Manish Rathi, Sri. Kamlesh Kedia, Sri. Kishore Kumar Gulgulia, Sri. Vikram Singh Baid, Sri. Sourav Chandak, Sri. Saket Khandelwal, Sri. Ajay Sultania, Sri. Rajiv Kedia, Sri. Sandip Raja, Sri. Bhuwan Arora, Sri. Mohit Dugar, Sri. Sajjan Sharma, Sri. Mayank Chowdhury and Sri. Anil Somani, Sri. Raja Sultania – Executive Committee Members and Former Presidents: Sri. Hari Prasad Sharma and Sri. Chand Mal Ladha.
