Dr. Garima Bhalla

Principal In charge, MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune
Ph.D., Textile Science and Apparel Design. M.Sc., Clothing & Textiles

Profile Overview

20+ years of experience in Fashion and Textile Education.
Academician, Researcher, Mentor & Guide.
Representation on various National and International Forums as Chair, Speaker, Panelist & Research Presenter.

Academic Contributions

Curriculum Development at SNDT Women's University, Mumbai- Fashion Curriculum Enrichment-Focusing on Glocal Requirements
Developed subject specific book for YCMOU - Textile and Garment Quality Analysis Assurance
Contributed to developing E-Content videos on subjects related to textiles for SOFT - Traditional Indian Textiles.
Introduction to Dyeing and Printing.

Research

Ph.D., Title of Thesis -Enhancing commercial value of khadi apparel products through design intervention.
M.Sc. (ICAR Junior Research Fellowship). Title of Thesis - Application of natural dye on wool.
Research Papers & articles in diverse National and International Conferences and Publications such as GFI, IFFTI, SCOPUS, & Images- Business of Fashion.
She has also contributed as a Reviewer at IFFTI
Research Guide for M. Design students

Advisory & Board of Study Member

SNDT Women's University, Mumbai
MGM University Aurangabad
'R Tasta' UK Limited

Initiative Association - Green Fashion India, initiative by MKSSS’s School of Fashion Technology.

Steering Committee Member since inception.
Green Fashion India is the premier platform for exchange of ideas, information, and sustainable practices to promote 'Social Design' as an extension to Green Fashion.
GFI unites academia, industry professionals and artisans on a single stage to discuss, deliberate and infer actionable steps for sustainable fashion that make tangible difference.

University Responsibilities

Chairperson- Expert Committee, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
Member- Local Inquiry Committee, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
Paper setter, Examiner and Moderator for B. Design courses at SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
Examiner at Shivaji University, Kolhapur.