Ludhiana, May 5
The Annual Graduating Fashion Presentation, “NEXT 2026,” unfolded with grandeur at Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan, Ludhiana, under the banner of the New York Institute of Fashion (NIF Global), Ludhiana. The showcase was a dazzling confluence of creativity, craftsmanship and cutting-edge design innovation, where graduating designers unveiled original collections that seamlessly blended heritage, sustainability, technology and conceptual storytelling.
The spectacle drew an overwhelming response from industry leaders, academicians, defense dignitaries, fashion enthusiasts, students and families, transforming Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan into a vibrant hub of artistic energy and intellectual exchange. Adding to the prestige of the evening was the presence of eminent figures from the Armed Forces, Police Administration, Education, Design and Industry, including Major General Raminder Goraya, Colonel Maninder Chahal, Captain Arminder Singh Bumrah, Wing Commander Rajinder Singh and Commander Virender Rana. Their attendance underscored the event’s stature and resonance well beyond the fashion fraternity.
The highlight of “NEXT 2026” was NIF Global’s bold emphasis on Artificial Intelligence and technology-driven creativity, a visionary stride that positioned the institute at the forefront of fashion’s future. By marrying tradition with innovation, the presentation not only celebrated the talent of its graduating designers but also signaled a powerful commitment to shaping the evolving narrative of global fashion. The main highlight of the event was Model Aabhas Sharma.
