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India's apparel market to grow to ₹16 lakh crore by 2029-30, driven by rising incomes, e-commerce, and a 5% GST cut on affordable clothing.
India’s apparel retail market is projected to grow from ₹9.30 lakh crore in 2024-25 to nearly ₹16 lakh crore by 2029-30, driven by rising incomes, digitalization, and expanding e-commerce and value fashion segments.
Organised retail, at 41% of the market, is expected to grow 10–13% annually, supported by branded apparel, international entries, and expansion into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
The value fashion segment, valued at ₹3.5 lakh crore, is forecast to reach ₹5.0 lakh crore by 2029-30.
E-commerce, currently 22% of organised retail, is expected to rise to nearly 25%, reaching ₹5.0 lakh crore, fueled by smartphone use, internet access, and Gen-Z influence.
Despite temporary setbacks in 2024-25 due to inflation and weather, demand rebounded during festive and wedding seasons.
A recent GST reduction to 5% on apparel under ₹2,500 is expected to boost affordability and volume growth in the value segment.
El mercado de prendas de vestir de la India crecerá a ₹ 16 lakh crore para 2029-30, impulsado por el aumento de los ingresos, el comercio electrónico y un recorte de GST del 5% en prendas de vestir asequibles.