The STRIDE - February 2026 Edition is now released!

The third edition of ISF's newsletter captures key industry developments, strategic insights, and highlights from ISF's engagements during LEATHERWEEK 2026

This issue features the ISF President's perspective on emerging global trade opportunities for the Indian Footwear & Leather sector, along with a comprehensive report on ISF initiatives covering innovation, sustainability, design excellence, and global competitiveness.

We invite members and stakeholders to explore the latest edition and stay connected with the evolving journey of the industry.

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ISF @ IILF 2026 - A Report

The Indian Shoe Federation (ISF) marked a strong and impactful presence at LEATHERWEEK 2026 (29 Jan – 3 Feb, Chennai), reaffirming its leadership in advancing India’s footwear ecosystem. Through participation in international workshops, industry seminars, the Brand Symposium, and the LERIG Conclave, ISF highlighted the importance of sustainability, circular economy, innovation, and digital transformation across the value chain.

The inauguration of the ISF Pavilion at IILF 2026 and the release of the flagship publication SHOEMAKER 2026 were key milestones, attracting wide industry engagement and global attention. ISF also conducted the Jury Evaluation of the ISF Shoe Design Award 2026, promoting design excellence and emerging talent.

Overall, ISF’s initiatives during LEATHERWEEK strengthened industry collaboration, global visibility, and India’s positioning as a competitive, sustainable, and innovation-driven footwear hub.

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