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Chandigarh, May 28, 2025:--Suvyan '25, the Graduation Showcase of the Textile Design Department (Batch 2022–2025) of The Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology (NIIFT), Mohali, kick-started at the Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh. The exhibition which is being organized by NIIFT in collaboration with the Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh will be held from May 28 to May 30, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Meanwhile, the exhibition was inaugurated by Surabhi Malik, IAS, Director, Industries & Commerce, Managing Director, PSIEC & Director General, NIIFT.
Surabhi Malik, said that it is heartening to see young talent translating academic insight into meaningful, market-ready design. Suvyan is a platform where creativity meets purpose, and I am delighted to support these emerging designers.
The showcase features student collections developed during their 5-month industrial training with top textile and fashion houses such as Blackberrys, Vardhman, Shades of India, Shree, Ganga Acrowools, Nahar Fabrics, Tissage Rugs, and Triburg. The collections span apparel and home furnishings and reflect a fusion of innovation, material experimentation, and cultural storytelling.
Dr. Kanu Thind, PCS, Director, NIIFT, said that the showcase is a powerful statement of design education that values both aesthetic and functional excellence.
Ramandeep Singh, Registrar, NIIFT, shared that 'Suvyan '25' reflects the academic rigor and creative discipline that NIIFT instills in its students. This platform empowers them to transition confidently into the professional world of textiles and design.
Dr. Simrita Singh, Principal, NIIFT, stated that Suvyan '25' is a celebration of our students' creative journeys. It reflects their growth and readiness to contribute meaningfully to the design industry.
The event is being mentored by Dr. Shweta Sharma, Co-ordinator Suvyan & Head of Department(HOD), Textile Design, and Dr. Meeta Gawri, HOD, Fashion Marketing & Management, whose guidance helped shape the students' industry-relevant design vision.
Dr. Shweta Sharma, Head of the Textile Design Department, commented that each collection is an expression of passion, discipline, and storytelling. Suvyan '25 stands as a vibrant platform for these emerging designers to step into the textile industry.
Ms. Isha Kamboj, HCS (Director, Government Museum & Art Gallery) was also present.
A jury of renowned industry experts presented awards to students in different categories: 'The Best Design project' was given to Shreya, 'Most Commercial Collection' award was won by Shobita and Asmita and 'Jury Special Award' went to Nipun and Ishika.
A Glimpse into the Creative Collections
• Asmita (Blackberrys Industries, Delhi): Focused on sustainable storytelling through print, her themes include Dhabla Province (Tribal and French wallpaper fusion) and Shio Kusaka with Kintsugi, celebrating imperfections and Japanese pottery aesthetics. Using these 'prints' she created shirts for the company.
• Arshpreet (Vardhman Pvt.Ltd, Baddi): Her theme explored futuristic and cultural narratives through 'Mystic Mosaic', 'Planet Arcadia', and 'Bohemian Bazaar'—collections that merge sacred geometry, desert serenity, and global crafts. She focused on developing prints for Vardhman.
• Ishika (Shades of India, NOIDA): Presented Tantu Kala (Jute and Thread Art), Dalima (Pomegranate-Inspired Embroidery), and Metallia (Metallic Ornamentation using Traditional Zari). She used these embroideries in her creations of beddings, furnishings, cushions for the upcoming seasons.
• Kriti (Shree Lifestyle, New Delhi): Themes included Coralyn (Marine Elements), Gond Art (tribal Indian motifs), and a Sustainability Collection using waste fabric to promote eco-conscious fashion.
• Nipun (Ganga Acrowools, Ludhiana): Introduced SEABUDS (ocean serenity), AMORA (handmade affection), and Tactile Terrain (layered natural landscapes) combining softness and structure. He created throws, toys, furnishing using crochet techniques etc.
• Nisha (Nahar Fabrics, Lalru): Created Stripped Bloomscape (linear florals), Bio Fade (micro-algae inspired sustainability), and a bold Black & White Patchwork Collection centered on contrast and minimalism. She worked upon creating collections using waste fabric of garments.
• Ishika (Tissage Rugs,Jaipur): Developed Stria (natural and architectural lines), Versailles (Baroque opulence), and Rangraar (earthy tribal motifs for the global rug market).She created rugs, throws and flooring for the market.
• Shreya (Triburg, New Delhi): Designed Baori (block prints inspired by traditional stepwells), Florèe (Schiffli embroidery), and Drift (bold men's summer prints for Aeropostale). She worked upon creating a garments collection for the Japanese market.
