Brands
From footwear to fit Campus Activewear steps into athleisure wear
MUMBAI: If shoes built the stride, clothes are now setting the pace. Campus Activewear, one of India’s largest sports and athleisure footwear brands, has entered the athleisure apparel segment, marking a strategic expansion beyond sneakers into clothing designed for everyday movement. The move signals a natural extension of the brand’s long-running philosophy of youth-led self-expression, as Campus looks to broaden both its product portfolio and addressable market.
The new category reflects how young consumers increasingly blur the lines between work, workouts and downtime. Campus’ foray into apparel builds on its “Move Your Way” positioning, translating it from footwear into clothing that is designed to keep up with fluid lifestyles rather than fixed routines. It is a shift from being worn just on the feet to becoming part of the daily uniform.
The debut collection spans Polo T-shirts, round-neck T-shirts, jackets, jogger pants and caps for both men and women. Priced between Rs 599 and Rs 1,899, the range is positioned to tap a wide youth audience, balancing accessibility with everyday functionality. The designs focus on versatility, allowing pieces to travel easily from workouts to travel and casual social settings.
Functionality is central to the line. The apparel features anti-odour and anti-microbial properties for all-day wear, alongside two-way stretch fabrics aimed at comfort and unrestricted movement. Clean silhouettes, contemporary colour palettes and understated styling underline Campus’ intent to keep the range wearable rather than trend-chasing.
Explaining the thinking behind the launch, Campus Activewear whole time director and CEO Nikhil Aggarwal said the entry into athleisure apparel is a strategic business decision to drive incremental revenues from the brand’s existing consumer base. He added that the expansion remains anchored to Campus’ core philosophy of movement and self-expression, while responding to evolving consumer needs.
The athleisure apparel line is now available across Campus exclusive brand outlets, the company’s D2C website, and leading e-commerce platforms including Amazon and Myntra, ensuring pan-India reach from day one.
For Campus, the move is less about chasing fashion cycles and more about deepening relevance in the everyday lives of young Indians. By stepping into apparel, the brand is making a clear statement: movement is no longer just about where you go, but how you show up while getting there.
Brands
Pocket FM elevates Lalit Gangwar to COO to drive global growth
Founding member to lead operations, monetisation and expansion across markets
MUMBAI: Pocket FM has elevated Lalit Gangwar to chief operating officer, tasking the founding team member with leading global business operations as the company sharpens its international growth strategy.
In his new role, Gangwar will oversee end-to-end operations across markets, including growth, monetisation and execution for the company’s audio business. The appointment comes as Pocket FM looks to strengthen its operating foundation and build a more predictable, scalable global business.
Gangwar has been closely involved in shaping the company’s trajectory from its early days. He played a key role in building the growth and marketing playbook in India, helping the platform scale to over 150 million users within its first year and establish a strong foothold in the audio storytelling category.
He later led Pocket FM’s expansion into the United States, where he set up teams, defined market strategy and drove scale, contributing significantly to the company’s international ambitions.
Pocket FM co-founder and CEO Rohan Nayak said, “Lalit has been central to Pocket FM’s journey from the very beginning. He has built our growth engine and scaled our business across markets.” He added that the company’s focus on nurturing internal talent makes Gangwar a natural choice to lead the next phase.
Gangwar said, “Pocket FM has always been driven by a simple belief that powerful stories can travel across borders and create meaningful impact.” He noted that the company will continue to focus on scaling markets, investing in AI-led storytelling and strengthening monetisation.
As COO, Gangwar is expected to bring greater operating discipline while building systems, talent and processes to support long-term growth.
With leadership continuity and a clear global focus, Pocket FM appears to be turning the page to its next chapter, one that aims to take its storytelling playbook well beyond home turf.
