PATNA, 11 March 2026: Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, India’s leading beauty training institute has recently opened its newest centre in Patna at Kankarbagh. It was inaugurated in the presence of Honourable Mr. Sanjay Gupta, MLA (Kumhrar). The new centre takes the total count of Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech centers to 5 in Patna.

Headquartered in Mumbai, Lakmē Academy powered by Aptech offers certified beauty courses in cosmetology, skin, hair, beauty therapy and makeup. Lakmē Academy offers basic, short-term and advanced courses in cosmetology, skin, hair, makeup, nails, personal grooming, basic styling, bridal make-up, classic cuts, creative cuts, hair up styles, hair colouring and more. The courses integrate soft skill development into the technical curriculum to ensure that students deliver great results.

The beauty and wellness industry in Bihar holds immense potential, driven by the state’s strong cultural emphasis on personal grooming and self-care. Cities like Patna have witnessed a boom in salons, spas, and wellness centres. The new centre in Kankarbagh ensures that more aspirants have an opportunity and the platform to learn crucial and emerging skills in the overall beauty and wellness services industry.

Mr. Sandip Weling, Chief Business Officer, Aptech Limited, and Brand Custodian, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech shares of the new centre, “The beauty and wellness industry in Patna is on an exciting growth trajectory, fuelled by a deep-rooted culture of grooming and a rising demand for professional services. At Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, we see a strong business imperative to bridge the gap between aspiration and access. With the launch of our newest centre in Kankarbagh, we’re making high-quality beauty and wellness education more accessible across the region, especially in proximity to booming hubs of Patna. Over the years, our students have built successful careers through live projects like Lakmē Fashion Week, expert-led masterclasses, and hands-on industry training. We are proud to shape the next generation of skilled professionals in this thriving sector.”

Director, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, Kankarbagh Centre, said: “Collaborating with a trusted name like Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech brand ensures that we bring world-class training and industry exposure to our local students and aspirants in Patna. The curriculum is designed not just for skill development but for real industry readiness, with live projects, expert-led sessions, and hands-on experience. We’re confident that students from our Kankarbagh centre will be equipped to build successful, sustainable careers and meet the evolving needs of this fast-growing industry.”

India's beauty, wellness, and grooming sector is experiencing robust growth, driven by evolving consumer preferences, increased disposable incomes, and a youthful demographic. According to recent studies, the industry is expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6 (skill gap study by Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council).

Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, since 2015, has been training and recruiting trained beauty, wellness, and cosmetology professionals across marquee brands. The opportunity for this segment in India is growing, and their recent expansion move aims to tap into this fast-evolving sector by focusing on world-class training and personality development for the aspirants of beauty & wellness.