Chandigarh, April 24
Orane International, India’s largest network of Beauty and Fashion Schools, operating 118 schools across 19 states and one centre in Victoria, Canada, today elevated its fashion education platform to a new high as Orane International School of Fashion Design and Management (Orane FDM) hosted a student fashion show and celebrity interaction session in Chandigarh. The event brought together aspiring designers, industry personalities, and media in a vibrant celebration of talent, creativity, and ambition.
In a display of skill and runway confidence, Orane FDM students presented their self-designed collections, transforming the venue into a dynamic stage for the next generation of Indian fashion. Each walk was a testament to the rigorous, hands-on training that defines Orane FDM’s learning philosophy — one that immerses students in the culture, pace, and expectations of the professional fashion world.
The event reached its peak with the presence of Farah Sanjana and Drishti Khurana, two prominent names from the world of fashion and entertainment. Both celebrities engaged candidly with students, sharing their professional journeys, the realities of the industry, and the qualities that separate good designers from great ones — an unfiltered exchange that students absorbed with palpable enthusiasm. Dedicated media bytes and in-house video coverage further enriched the occasion.
Adding significant weight to the day’s proceedings, Orane International formalised a landmark Industry Partnership with Lamrin Tech Skills University (LTSU), Punjab. Concluded with Mr Vimal Manhotra, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LTSU, the agreement positions Orane as the Industry Partner for LTSU’s Fashion Design degree programmes — enabling students to earn recognised university degrees while benefiting from Orane’s industry expertise, infrastructure, and professional network.
“Our partnership with Orane International is a transformative step for fashion education in India. By combining LTSU’s academic strength with Orane’s industry expertise, we are creating a pathway that gives students the best of both worlds — a recognised university degree and the hands-on, market-ready training the fashion industry demands.” saidVimal Manhotra, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Lamrin Tech Skills University (LTSU), Punjab
“Today marks a proud moment for Orane on two fronts. Watching our students own the ramp with designs they conceived and built themselves is deeply gratifying — it affirms that our training model works. Equally significant is our partnership with Lamrin Tech Skills University, which now gives our students access to a recognised Fashion Design degree alongside Orane’s industry training. This combination of academic credibility and professional readiness is what the fashion industry has long needed, and we are proud to be the institution delivering it.”Kuljinder Sidhu, Director, Orane International, said on the occasion.
Beyond its commercial and academic achievements, Orane FDM is committed to making quality fashion education accessible to all. The institution currently provides free fashion education to students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households across 34 branches nationwide. To date, 80 BPL students have been trained under this initiative — and all of them are today earning independently, having built sustainable livelihoods through the skills acquired at Orane FDM.
“At Orane FDM, our focus is firmly on skill development and hands-on practical experience. To ensure our students remain deeply connected to the realities of the industry, we regularly engage prominent fashion and interior design stalwarts who bring current market perspectives directly into the classroom. Our structured industrial training modules are designed to close the gap between academic learning and professional benchmarks — and it is this preparation that gives students the confidence to independently conceptualise and present their collections at our student fashion shows, under faculty supervision. Now with a degree from Lamrin, it will further boost the students’ formal achievements. Beyond our academic programmes, we are equally committed to building an equitable ecosystem for students from underprivileged backgrounds.” said Nidhi Sidhu, Director, Orane International.
Orane continues to set the benchmark for experiential fashion education in India, creating opportunities that bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional excellence.
About Orane International
Orane International is India’s largest network of Beauty and Fashion Schools, with a network of 118 schools spanning 19 states across India and one international centre in Victoria, Canada. Renowned for its industry-aligned curriculum, experienced faculty, and focus on practical skill development, Orane has established itself as the premier destination for aspiring professionals in beauty, wellness, and fashion. The institution’s commitment to career-ready education has empowered thousands of students to build successful, sustainable careers in some of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
