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Clothing For Sale: Inside India’s Markets

Exterior view of a Trends store, part of one of India's largest apparel and accessories retail chains, in Srinagar, Indian-administered Kashmir, on May 10, 2026. India's clothing and textile sector is among the world's largest, employing millions and ranking as a leading producer of fiber and global exporter. Predominantly cotton-based, it is centered in hubs such as Mumbai, Delhi, Tiruppur, and Bangalore, while extending to small workshops and local markets. Garments circulate through networks of traders and retailers, blending affordability with craftsmanship and shifting fashion trends. The industry is adapting to global demand, competition from mass-produced imports, and rising costs, remaining a vital link between local livelihoods and international markets. (Photo by Kabli Yawar/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13689495
Date Taken	10 May 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Kabli Yawar/NurPhoto
Category	Economy, Business and Finance
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Kabli Yawar/NurPhoto

Trends store Srinagar Indian-administered Kashmir May 10 2026 India apparel accessories retail chain clothing textile sector fibre global exporter cotton Mumbai Delhi Tiruppur Bangalore workshops local markets garments traders retailers fashion trends global demand competition imports costs international markets Kabli Yawar NurPhoto