Mafatlal Industries Launches Mafatlal Apparels for Global Markets
18 October 2025: Mafatlal Industries Ltd. (MIL) has launched Mafatlal Apparel Exports (P) Ltd. (MAE), marking its transformation from a leading textile institution to a modern global apparel player, extending its 120-year legacy into fashion and casual wear for international markets.
Mafatlal Industries Ltd. the flagship company of the Arvind Mafatlal Group and one of India’s oldest and most respected textile companies, has announced its entry into the apparel sector through Mafatlal Apparels. This strategic initiative transitions MIL from being a prominent textile and institutional supplier to a contemporary, global apparel brand, reflecting the Group’s vision to combine heritage craftsmanship with a modern, international outlook.
Mafatlal Apparels will focus on everyday fashion and casual wear, catering to global consumer preferences as well as leading multinational brands, leveraging MIL’s long-standing reputation for quality and precision in textile production.
Speaking on the launch, Priyavrata Mafatlal, Managing Director of MIL, said “This launch writes a bold new chapter in Mafatlal’s 120-year journey. For generations, India has trusted us for fabrics and uniforms; today, we carry that trust into a modern global apparel supplier. With Mafatlal Apparel, our mission is to expand globally while retaining the integrity and workmanship that define us. We are not just launching a business; we are carrying forward a legacy with renewed purpose.”
M. B. Raghunath, CEO of Mafatlal Industries, added “Mafatlal Apparel is a defining milestone in our evolution from textile manufacturing to a fully integrated apparel solutions umbrella. For over a century, Mafatlal has symbolized quality, trust, and craftsmanship. By moving closer to the global consumer, strengthening exports, and embedding sustainability and innovation, we are building a future-ready business. This positions Mafatlal Apparel as a dependable sourcing partner for international brands.”
The launch represents a strategic and financial milestone, enhancing the Group’s consumer-facing profile. It also underscores the broader diversification of the Arvind Mafatlal Group into lifestyle, health, and durables, aligning industrial expertise with consumer markets.
Through this initiative, Mafatlal reaffirms its commitment to “Make in Bharat for the World”, blending heritage, innovation and value creation to deliver apparel that appeals to both domestic and global audiences.
