India’s knitwear industry is quietly redefining the future of fashion where every stitch tells a story of innovation, responsibility, and reinvention. Moving beyond mass production, it is embracing green technology, ethical processes, and digital precision to meet the world’s evolving demands. This shift is not just about rising exports, it’s about reshaping global perceptions. With sourcing preferences increasingly tilting in India’s favor, the industry is weaving resilience into its fabric, balancing quality with sustainability. Amid changing trade dynamics and growing environmental expectations, this sector stands out not for how much it produces, but for how meaningfully it does. It’s leading a movement.

In this thriving landscape, Essa Garments Pvt. Ltd. was founded in 1994 in Tirupur, Tamil Nadu India’s thriving textile hub by its visionary Chairman, Sadiq Ali. The inspiration behind the brand was rooted in a simple yet powerful observation, the Indian innerwear market lacked products that combined durability, design, and everyday comfort at accessible price points.

With a mission to bridge this gap, Essa Garments began as a modest setup focused on creating dependable innerwear for men, women, and children. Guided by the values of quality, trust, and customer-first thinking, the company steadily grew from a regional manufacturer into a recognized name in both domestic and export markets. Over the decades, it has expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of innerwear and casualwear, all while staying committed to its founding principle, making comfort affordable for all.

Redefining Apparel with Ethics & Innovation

Essa Garments stands out through its core philosophy of 4T, namely Truth, Trust, Transparency, and Technology. These principles guide everything the company does, being honest in every interaction, building lasting relationships with integrity, operating with clarity, and embracing innovation to enhance quality and comfort. This ethical foundation, combined with consistent product performance, makes Essa Garments a trusted choice for customers across all age groups.

Building on its commitment to comfort and quality, Essa Garments offers a wide range of innerwear and casualwear, including trunks, briefs, camisoles, panties, vests, T-shirts, sleepwear, kids’ essentials, and sportswear. Each product is designed in-house, ensuring ergonomic fit, breathable fabrics, and thoughtful design crafted with premium cotton and blends to deliver everyday comfort.

With a forward-looking approach and a deep understanding of industry dynamics, Essa

Garments has consistently responded to challenges in the apparel industry with agility. From rising raw material costs to evolving fashion cycles, it has tackled industry shifts by embracing automation, strengthening supplier relations, and diversifying sourcing.

This adaptability has helped it navigate the pandemic and emerge stronger. Through vertical integration from yarn to packaging it ensures consistent quality across categories. Rigorous checkpoints and prototype testing guarantee superior comfort and long-lasting value across all products.

The Future of Fashion through Precision & Progress

Building on its integrated operations and commitment to quality, Essa Garments continues to strengthen its internal ecosystem through collaboration and innovation. Designers, technicians, merchandisers, marketers, and customer support teams work in sync. User insights inspire product development, while tech-integrated production lines and customer-focused teams ensure consistency and satisfaction.

With a foundation rooted in values and a future driven by innovation, Essa Garments continues to set new benchmarks in comfort, sustainability, and global fashion manufacturing

Sadiq Ali, Founder & Chairman, Essa Garments, says “Technology plays a pivotal role at Essa Garments. Our real-time ERP systems streamline inventory and vendor management, while our direct-to-consumer e-Commerce platforms are responsive and data-driven, enhancing both operations and the overall customer experience”.

With a strong foundation in innovation and customer centric growth, Essa Garments has consistently evolved to meet changing market demands. In 2006, it diversified into knitted readymade garments with over 20 new styles. By 2010, it had entered the UAE market and expanded its domestic reach to over 1,200 distributors.


Rebranded in 2014 as Essa Garments Pvt. Ltd., the company introduced more than 350 product styles. Milestones such as the 2022 launch of Fashion Gear(FG) and Fashion Sense (FS), along with the 2023 debut of its eco-friendly Micro Modal trunk with TENCEL, reflect its commitment to innovation. In 2024, it launched VOSO Sportswear, marking its entry into performance wear.

Essa Garments has received the Priyadarshni Award from the All India National Unity Conference, and a Doctorate in Textile Technology & Entrepreneurship was awarded to its Founder Chairman, Sadiq Ali, by the Tamil University of the USA. The company has also been recognized by SHIMA Seiki for technological excellence and by the Tirupur Exporters Association(TEA) for its sustainability initiatives, among many other accolades.

Looking Ahead

Driven by its legacy of innovation and market responsiveness, Essa Garments continues to chart an ambitious growth path. With over 30 years of excellence, it is focused on omni-channel retail growth, expanding its e-commerce presence, and entering the Southeast Asian, U.S., and European markets. It is investing in R&D for eco-conscious and antimicrobial textiles and embracing digital transformation to enhance global accessibility. Its vision remains clear, innovation, comfort, and sustainability for a global audience.

Awards and Recognitions:

• Sustainable Manufacturing Excellence Award
• Green Innovation in Textiles Award
• Global Fashion Impact Award