The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) recently organized a Stakeholder’s Round Table Discussion on the European Union’s (EU) new Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliances and regulations at Apparel House, Gurugram, AEPC’s headquarters. This critical event aimed to explore the newly implemented EU regulations and their potential impact on the Indian apparel sector, with an emphasis on the actions required in the short, medium, and long term.

The discussion brought together industry experts, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to address the evolving landscape of sustainability and compliance in the apparel industry. The key speakers included:

• Mithileshwar Thakur, Secretary General, AEPC
• Devyani Hari, Senior Director, Centre for Responsible Business
• Vivek Mehra, Co-Founder, Onlygood (OGFPL)
• Rajneesh Rai, Associate Vice President (Environmental Sustainability), Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd.
• Chinky Tyagi Khare, Sales Lead, Green Story
• Gagan Kumar, Managing Director, REACHLaw - Your Partner In Chemical Regulatory Compliance and Sustainability
• Madhu K A, Country Manager, Labs Initiative, IDH
• Kamlesh Kumar Pal, Assistant Program Manager, Alternate Materials Program, IDH
• Kunwar Venkteshwar Singh, Operations Manager OEKO-TEX® – Northern Region, Hohenstein (India, Sri Lanka & Middle East)

• Pic:  Mithileshwar Thakur, Secretary General, AEPC
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The event saw an overwhelming response, with 50 participants attending physically and over 60 joining virtually. The discussions provided valuable insights into the EU’s ESG regulations, offering clarity on how these rules will influence the Indian apparel sector and highlighting the steps that need to be taken to ensure compliance.

The event also served as an essential platform for stakeholders to collaborate, share knowledge, and discuss best practices on sustainability, environmental impact, and ethical practices within the apparel industry. The discussions were both engaging and informative, fostering a deeper understanding of the regulatory shifts and their implications on the Indian market.

This session was shared on the official LinkedIn page of AEPC, underlining the significance of the event and showcasing AEPC’s commitment to guiding the Indian apparel industry through the changing regulatory landscape, ensuring global competitiveness while adhering to international sustainability standards.