He further adds, "As one of the leading textile conglomerates in the country, this is the opportune time for us to spread our wings in the flourishing retail industry."
"Considering our specialization and expertise in the industry, we have identified the branded apparel and intimate apparel retail as a growth segment for the next five years."
"We are targeting a Group turnover of Rs 1000 crores by 2010 and we are very optimistic about the retail segment that will contribute to 25 percent of our turnover by 2010"
AOS will have a team of designers, who would design in various product categories including Trousers, T-shirts, shirts, Sweaters, skirts, denims, jackets etc. The products will be outsourced and marketed through the Brand. ORPL's strategy is to sell branded apparel at sharp prices.