Bharat Tex Connect | “Bridging Industry Gaps & AI Innovation in Footwear” | Ms. Ankita Bohra | IFBEC The global fashion and footwear landscape is evolving, demanding a shift toward sustainable materials and forward-thinking design. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Ankita Bohra, Project Manager at the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), discusses the importance of integrating sustainable fabrics into both fashion and footwear. She addresses the critical education and skill gaps in the niche footwear market, emphasizing the need to empower students to build global brands from India. By incorporating advanced digital tools like 3D CAD and AI into design workflows, she envisions a future where Indian design stands out confidently on the global stage. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusinessv

Bharat Tex Connect | “Overcoming Hurdles in Scaling Circularity” | Ola Bakowska | IFBEC Embracing circularity is essential to securing the future of global fashion and textiles. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Ms. Ola Bąkowska from Circle Economy shares crucial insights on transitioning the global supply chain into a circular model. She highlights the critical hurdle of access to finance—especially for MSMEs—and explores how artificial intelligence can act as a powerful tool to accelerate innovative recycling solutions and scale sustainability. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusinessv