04/06/2025
IFBEC to Launch National Mission Committee for Responsible Fashion on World Environment Day at WTC Mumbai
Mumbai, June 3, 2025 — In a powerful stride toward climate-resilient industry and global leadership in sustainable textiles, the
International Fashion Business Exchange Council (IFBEC) is set to officially launch the National Mission Committee (NMC) on
June 5, World Environment Day, at the iconic World Trade Centre, Mumbai.
Conceived as a transformative public-private mission, the NMC will serve as the strategic apex body guiding India’s ambition to
become the Responsible Fashion Business Capital of the World by 2030. The Committee will drive multi-sector collaboration
across government, industry, academia, and civil society to foster a circular, inclusive, and innovation-led fashion economy.
The event will be graced by distinguished dignitaries and champions of sustainable development, including:
Smt. Roop Rashi Mahapatra – CEO, KVIC
Senior leaders from Aditya Birla Group, Reliance Industries and other pioneers in green innovation and responsible
fashion
Key Highlights of the Launch Event:
Unveiling of IFBEC’s Vision 2030 Roadmap
Official Induction of National Mission Committee Members
Strategic Dialogues on Circular Economy, Trade & Innovation
Stakeholder Convergence Across India’s Fashion Ecosystem
“India stands at the threshold of a new fashion revolution—one that honors our heritage while leading the world in
sustainability and inclusivity,” said Neha Gupta, Founder, IFBEC. “The NMC launch on World Environment Day is symbolic of
our resolve to weave sustainability into the very fabric of India’s fashion future.”
The event will also host panel discussions, institutional partnerships and the announcement of upcoming national programs to
drive grassroots innovation and global market access for Indian SMEs and artisans.
About IFBEC
The International Fashion Business Exchange Council (IFBEC) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization committed to
fostering sustainable global business growth in the textiles, jewellery, footwear, accessories and cosmetics industries. Our
mission is to empower stakeholders in the fashion, luxury and lifestyle sectors to collaborate, innovate and adopt responsible
practices, with the vision of making India the Fashion Business Capital of the World.
