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Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (TP)
Udupi, Aug 15: The only large establishment in Udupi offering the exclusive ‘Buy One, Get One Free’ offer Family Fashions, has relocated to a new building 'Mandavi Capitol', near Clock Tower service bus stand Udupi, was inaugurated on August 15.
The relocated store of Family Fashions, a clothing store much loved by the people of Udupi, including children and women, was inaugurated by Mandavi Builders & Developers managing director Dr Jerry Vincent Dias by cutting the ribbon.
Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna, along with other dignitaries, traditionally inaugurated by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
Blessings were offered by Fr Vincent Crasta, secretary of the Catholic Education Society, and Fr Vijay J D’Souza, principal of St Mary’s English Medium School.
MLA Yashpal Suvarna, speaking on the occasion, said that, “Udupi district is growing rapidly towards development and has made progress in education, banking, and industry. Among these, Family Fashions has captured the hearts of many. The ‘Buy One, Get One Free’ offer is what sets this store apart from others. In today’s times, garments are in great demand. May this clothing store grow, attract more customers, expand further, and may the new branch succeed and win the hearts of the people.
In his address, Mandavi Builders & Developers managing director Dr Jerry Vincent Dias recalled that Family Fashions was the first to start a clothing store in Udupi 21 years ago and is still renowned today. Just as education and banking are developing, clothing businesses are also growing. He added that there is no question of shifting locations, once customers come here, they don’t leave without buying something. Only when people purchase clothing will the business thrive, he said, extending his best wishes.
On this auspicious occasion, partner Lancy D’Souza and building owner Dr Jerry Vincent Dias were felicitated.
Managing partner Family Fashions, Dolfi Victor Lewis presided over the event. Prashanth welcomed the gathering and compered the event. Partner Lancy D’Souza delivered the vote of thanks.
The event was attended by Ujwal Developers Purushotham Shetty, president of Badagubettu Credit Co-operative Society Limited Jayakar Shetty Indrali, Udupi Urban Development Authority chairman Dinakar Heroor, Udupi Municipality president Prabhakar Poojary, Smaranika Group of Concerns founder Divakar Sanil, partner Lancy D’Souza, Ancilla Lewis, Joyston Lewis, and other dignitaries.
As part of the inauguration celebrations, customers who shop for Rs 5,000 or more will receive a coupon to enter a weekly lucky draw, with winners taking home prizes worth Rs 10,000. This limited-time offer is valid until September 15, encouraging shoppers to take full advantage.
Family Fashion continues to feature its signature ‘Buy One, Get One Free’ deal, offering a wide selection of apparel for the whole family. Additionally, school and college bags, tiffin bags, mats, umbrellas, and raincoats are available at discounted prices. The store’s diverse range includes sarees, churidar pieces, tops, nighties, ready-made shirts, shirt and pant fabrics, T-shirts, jeans, children’s wear, bedsheets, towels, and undergarments. With fresh stock arriving every week, customers can enjoy an ever-expanding choice.
The store operates daily, including Sundays, from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm.