Galeries Lafayette, the French department store, has entered the Indian market in partnership with Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL),and launched its first store in India at Mumbai’s iconic Turner Morrison and Voltas House buildings in Kala Ghoda in South Mumbai.

The French brand is looking to expand its presence in India with outlets in four metro cities by 2030.

“Almost 10 years ago, we examined the Indian market, as we believed it was a strategic and key market for luxury. Indian consumers are sensitive about craftsmanship and qualitative products and would shop abroad in Dubai, Singapore, London and Paris. There were no department stores, and we felt there was a real opportunity,” Arthur Lemoine, Chief Executive Officer of Galeries Lafayette, told businessline .

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