Bengaluru, June 19, 2025: The Retailers Association of India (RAI) hosted the 3rd edition of the Bengaluru Retail Summit (BRS), convening some of the most dynamic leaders and innovators from across the retail ecosystem. Held at the Sheraton Grand Bangalore, on the 18th of June 2025, BRS 2025 provided a high-impact platform for dialogue on emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and strategic growth opportunities.
Set against the thriving retail landscape of Bengaluru, the event fostered meaningful conversations and collaborations, reinforcing the city’s position as a hub for retail innovation and shaping the industry’s vision for the future.
Speaking about the summit, Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said, “Bengaluru is India’s innovation city where young, globally‑exposed consumers & retailers shape what’s next. With over a third of the population under 35 years old and a tech‑savvy workforce, the city tests ideas fast. At the same time, its deep cultural roots — from dosas on VV Puram Food Street to craftsmanship in clothing — give retailers a unique playbook. What we learn here is powerful: to succeed in retail, you need to fuse modern digital flair with the warmth of local tradition.”
The summit also hosted engaging panel discussions on topics such as Strategies for Retail Success: Navigating a Constantly Evolving Market; Tech Adoption: Integrating Digital Innovations with Physical Presence; Retail Technology: Powering Business, Enabling Growth; Mastering the Market: Transforming Insights into Growth Opportunities; The Art of Retail: Innovating in Diverse Retail Segments; among other sessions.
Sharing insights at the RAI Bengaluru Retail Summit 2025 were industry stalwarts such as Anand Aiyer, Arrow (Arvind Fashions Ltd.); Ashwin Chandrasekar, Third Wave Coffee; Deepak Jain, CEO, Amantè India; Devarajan Iyer, Lifestyle International; Karan Mehta, Easybuy – Landmark; Kumar Nitesh, Ajio Business & Footwear Business, Reliance Retail; Lavanya Pachisia, Zivame; Manohar Chatlani, M D Retail India (Soch Apparels); Mouli Venkataraman, CEO, Cocoblu Retail; Seshu Kumar Tirumala, BigBasket; Srikanth Patnam, Royaloak Incorporation; Subhash Chandra, Sangeetha Mobiles; Sumit Ghosh, Fossil India; Venkatesh Vijayaraghavan, TTK Prestige; among others.
Deepak Jain, CEO, Amantè India Ltd: Bengaluru’s customers know exactly what they want—comfort, style, and value. They’re informed, confident, and they won’t settle. In intimate wear, that means local stores must bring best‑in‑class fabric and fit, backed by seamless omni‑channel support. We’re adapting by listening to Bangalore’s smart consumers, innovating with tech‑enabled design, and expanding touchpoints across the city and Karnataka.”
Devarajan Iyer, Executive Director and CEO, Lifestyle International Pvt Ltd. “Bengaluru is where retail reinvents itself every day. We see shoppers switching between online and in‑store with ease. It’s a city that demands choice—from global to national Brands —and expects experiences that are seamless in both digital and physical.”
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