Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal Highlights Bengal’s Vast Industrial Potential at Garment Buyers & Sellers Meet
Kolkata : The second day of the 60th Garment Buyers & Sellers Meet & B2B Expo, organized by the West Bengal Garment Manufacturers & Dealers Association (WBGMDA) at Science City, Kolkata, witnessed an overwhelming response from buyers, retailers, distributors, wholesalers, and industry stakeholders from across India and overseas. The event was attended by: Sri. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Justice (Independent Charge), Govt of India; Sri. Dipak Barman, Hon’ble Minister of School Education, Housing and MSME and Textiles, Govt of WB; Dr. Rajesh Kumar, MLA; Sri. Dilip Singh, MLA; Sri. Vijay Ojha, MLA; Smt. Meena Devi Purohit, Councillor; Sri. Sushil Ojha, Social Worker 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.
Spread across more than 2 lakh sq. ft., the three-day mega expo has brought together over 1,000 national and international brands, showcasing the latest collections in readymade garments for men, women, and children. Day Two saw packed exhibition halls, extensive buyer-seller interactions, product launches, and promising business negotiations, reinforcing the event’s position as one of Eastern India’s largest and most influential garment trade platforms. The event is expected to facilitate wholesale business transactions worth approximately ₹1,600 crore over its three-day duration.
Speaking to the media, Sri. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Justice (Independent Charge), Govt of India, stated, “West Bengal is richly endowed with natural resources and possesses immense potential across various industrial sectors. Referring to the state’s once-thriving garment industry, he remarked that while Bengal had a glorious industrial past, unfavorable industrial policies of previous governments had led to industry migration instead of generating new employment. He expressed confidence that the state is now on the path towards a new industrial revolution with promising prospects for investment and job creation.”
On this occasion, Sri. Dipak Barman, Hon’ble Minister of School Education, Housing and MSME and Textiles, Govt of WB, stated, “The future of the garment industry in the state is exceptionally bright. He noted that investors from across the country are showing keen interest in establishing medium and large-scale manufacturing units in Bengal. Responding to the Association’s long-standing demand, he assured that the state government would seriously consider the proposal for developing a dedicated Garment Hub.”
On this occasion, Sri. Hari Kishan Rathi, President of West Bengal Garment Manufacturers & Dealers Association, stated, “The response on the second day has been truly encouraging. The enthusiasm among buyers and exhibitors reflects the resilience and growing potential of India’s garment industry. This platform is not just about business transactions – it is about creating long-term partnerships, encouraging innovation, and providing opportunities for manufacturers and traders to expand into newer markets. We are grateful to all exhibitors, buyers, industry partners, and the Government for their continued support in making this landmark edition a grand success.”
The 60th Garment Buyers & Sellers Meet & B2B Expo will conclude on 14th July, 2026, reaffirming WBGMDA’s commitment to promoting the growth of the garment industry and contributing significantly to the economic development of West Bengal.
