Marks & Spencer unveils Siliguri store in West Bengal, India
Marks & Spencer (M&S) proudly inaugurated its inaugural Siliguri, West Bengal store at Vega Circle Mall, signaling a strategic expansion in India, emphasizing its prominence in the market.
Originating in the UK in 1884, M&S entered India in 2001 and later formed a joint venture with Reliance Retail in 2008, establishing Marks and Spencer Reliance India Private Limited.
Presently, the brand boasts six stores in Assam, West Bengal, and Jharkhand, focusing on the eastern region. This latest addition brings M&S's total store count to 107 across 33 Indian cities, reinforcing the company's commitment to the subcontinent.
With a dedicated workforce of 1,900 colleagues supporting both online and offline channels, M&S continues to be a retail force, headquartered in Paddington, London.
Globally, it operates over 1,500 stores, employing 66,000 individuals, predominantly women, underscoring its extensive reach and impact.