The luggage category has suddenly become a lot more interesting. From fashion-led collaborations to consumers treating suitcases as an extension of personal style, a category once dominated by practicality is finding new ways to stay relevant. One of the brands contributing to that shift is Escape Plan, which recently launched luggage collections with HRX and Rare Rabbit.
Behind the company is Founder & CEO Abhinav Pathak, a second-time entrepreneur and consumer business veteran who chose to start from scratch after a successful exit. Instead of building another luggage brand in India, Pathak saw an opportunity in something much larger. Travel is becoming a bigger part of how Indians spend, socialise and plan their lives. The Indian luggage industry has grown from an estimated ₹10,000 crore market in 2019 to nearly ₹17,000 crore in 2024, and is expected to reach ₹26,700 crore by 2028, according to a Motilal Oswal report cited by IBEF.
Considering the trajectory, Pathak believes consumers need an ecosystem that simplifies the entire experience, not just the packing. That thinking sits at the heart of Escape Plan.
While luggage is currently the most visible part of the business, Pathak's long-term vision stretches far beyond suitcases and travel accessories. His goal is to build a platform that connects products, services and experiences under a single travel-focused umbrella.
