P N Rao to add two stores in CY25, eyes tier-1 and tier-2 push

Bengaluru-based menswear label P N Rao will open two outlets in CY25 — likely in Pune, Coimbatore and Karnataka cluster cities — taking its base beyond eight stores. Brand is also scaling online via Neumen and re-entering women's business wear, targeting 5% online sales contribution.

— Source publishedTue, 24 Dec, 2024, 08:45 IST·First seen Sun, 7 Jun, 2026, 06:40 IST·Source Invest India · Retail & E-commerce

What happened

Men's wear brand P N RAO plans two new stores in CY25, targeting tier-1 and tier-2 cities including Pune, Coimbatore and Karnataka markets, while expanding

Key facts

  • 2 stores in CY25
  • 8 current stores
  • $130 billion wedding attire market
  • ₹12.5 lakhs avg wedding spend
  • $31.10 billion men's apparel market 2014
  • 5% online sales target

Why this matters

P N Rao's tier-2 expansion and women's category re-entry make it a more interesting regional menswear consolidation target or distribution partner for brands seeking South India tier-2 reach beyond the metro saturation zone.