NIFT Students Make a Mark at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 with Medals
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has recorded a significant achievement at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026, with NIFT students and experts representing India across key fashion and creative skill areas, including Fashion Technology, Digital Interactive Media Design, Retail Sales and Visual Merchandising.
WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, held in Shanghai, China, from 23 to 26 September 2026, brought together more than 1,400 young competitors from around 68 countries and regions in 64 Skills. India participated with its largest-ever contingent of 70 competitors across 63 skills, securing 10th position with 6 Silver Medals and 20 Medals for Excellence.
Ms. Vidhi underwent an intensive four-month training programme at NIFT New Delhi under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Monika Gupta, Indian Expert, and the NIFT training team. Prof. Gupta, who has extensive experience in Fashion Design and WorldSkills, provided intensive preparation, mentoring and guidance throughout the training period.
In Digital Interactive Media Design, Kovid Ajay Gangrade from NIFT Mumbai won a Silver Medal, while Ms. Saniya Joshi from NIFT Panchkula won a Silver Medal in Retail Sales. Their achievements are particularly significant as Retail Sales and Digital Interactive Media Design are among the new and emerging skill categories highlighted at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, reflecting the changing nature of the fashion and creative industries and the growing integration of technology, digital platforms and customer experience with the sector. (UPDATED ON 29TH SEPT 2026)
