Luxury Goods Forum : FICCI

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FICCI LUXURY GOODS FORUM

FICCI has created a Luxury Goods Forum to promote the development of the Luxury Goods Industry in India. The Forum would have representation from global luxury brands, Indian fashion brands, lifestyle products, design houses and bespoke services.

The first meeting of the Forum was held on October 30th to focus on budgetary and taxation issues impacting the luxury goods sector. The deliberations were aimed at preparing a representation for the forthcoming budget. The meeting also discussed other issues to chart out an action plan for the FICCI Luxury Goods Forum.

Our aim is to create a unique platform for Luxury Brand Leaders to interact with policy makers and corporates interested in the luxury business. Participation is by invitation. For further details on FICCI Luxury Goods Forum contact: Ms Ruchita Sharma Bhardwaj, Deputy Director Luxury, Lifestyle Fashion and Design, FICCI at: Ruchita@ficci.com


Contact Person:	Ms Ruchita Sharma Bhardwaj Deputy Director Luxury Lifestyle Fashion and Design Direct Ph::91 11 23766929 Mobile: 91 9811692459

FICCI objectives in Luxury Goods Sector by forming FICCI Luxury Goods Forum
	FICCI aims to bring policy change in investment for Single and Mutli-Brand Retail.
	Propose amendments in policies on duties and taxation on imports.
	Take up issues related to IPR (Intellectual Property Rights ) for luxury brands.
	Take up issues which are common for the luxury industry, supply chain management, skill shortage, infrastructure issues, aviation and connectivity of airports.
	Propose FICCI Luxury Trends Report to Map Indian consumer and luxury goods -opportunities and challenges- How luxury goods entry into India will benefit the economy.
	Luxury forums and roundtables through our Mou's with Altagamma and Comite Colbert continuously decode the opportunities in the luxury market in India for FDI in India and for creating an environment overseas for Indian luxury brands to develop.
	Skill Transfer in Luxury Goods from West to East, develop India as a knowledge base through technology, crafts and organization of taking the fashion industry in India global.