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The Apparel Industry is a major part of the world economy, involving the design, production, marketing, and distribution of clothing or apparel. It is one of the biggest and most labor-intensive industries, adding billions of dollars to the world economy and employing millions, especially in developing nations such as India and Bangladesh. As fashion trends and consumer demand change rapidly, the industry keeps evolving through supply chain changes, technological innovation, and sustainability efforts. Despite its economic importance, the Apparel Industry in both nations has some challenges. The Apparel Industry is an economic mainstay worldwide, but it is also one that is routinely characterized by systemic labor issues that compound mental health issues. The same trend can be seen across the supply chain, from apparel workers in low-income countries to retail workers in high-income ones. This paper focuses on these concerns, the responsible factors for these issues, and how more holistic as well as psychological interventions could help to alleviate the mental health issues among workers in the Bangladeshi and Indian Apparel Industry. Improving the mental health of workers in the apparel industry requires structural changes, including the integration of corporate responsibility, policy development, and community care, as prioritizing workers' mental health is both ethical and essential for sustainable industrial development.