Indian Trends to Global Taste: For a billion consumers
At Bharat Tex 2026, NIFT hosted the VisionNxt panel discussion, "Indian Trends to Global Taste: For a Billion Consumers," bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and global experts to explore how India's diverse textile traditions can shape future fashion narratives for global markets.
The discussion highlighted India's enduring legacy as a global hub of textiles, celebrated for its rich heritage, distinctive craftsmanship, vibrant colours, intricate patterns, and cultural diversity. Panelists explored how these strengths, combined with innovation, trend intelligence, and sustainable practices, can position India to meet the evolving preferences of consumers worldwide.
Speakers: Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles; Ms. Tanu Kashyap, IAS, Director General, NIFT; Rahul Mehta, Montaha Hidefi, • Deborah Thyagarajan, Nand Kishore Chaudhary, Riccardo Rami, Moderator; Kaustav Sengupta.
The session reinforced India's vision of transforming its textile heritage into a global design and fashion advantage.


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