Pantaloons India Retail Ltd., founded in 1997 and headquartered in Mumbai, is a leading retailer with over 200 stores across 86 cities, employing more than 35,000 people. The company targets middle and upper-middle-class urban families with a value-for-money strategy and a diverse range of apparel brands. Key strengths include a strong presence in major cities and a reputation for quality, while it faces challenges from intense competition and a lack of international reach.