A delegation from the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), led by Chairman Vipul Shah, met the key members from the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) and All Kashmir Gold Dealer Association as well as local gem and jewellery trade members.
Also, in attendance from GJEPC were Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, Nirav Bhansali, Convener of National Exhibitions Sub-committee, Ashok Seth, Regional Chairman – North, Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, and other board members of the Council. From the Kashmir gem and jewellery fraternity Javed Ahmad Tenga, President, KCCI, Ashiq Hussain, Senior Vice President, Faiz Ahmed Bakshi, Secretary General, Zahoor A, Past President, Shaheen Gajwan, Member, KCCI, Bashir Ahmad Rather, President, All Kashmir Gold Dealer Association, Hilal Ahmad Zargar, Member, All Kashmir Gold Dealer Association, AS Rehman Challoo, Ex-Member, All Kashmir Gold Dealer Association, Proshtam Lal, General Secretary, All Kashmir Gold Dealer Association, Zammer Kawa from Kawa Jewellery, and other trade members from Kashmir took part in the discussion.
Vipul Shah said, “We had a very productive discussion with trade members of Kashmir. We are committed to enhancing the prominence of Kashmiri sapphires and empowering local artisans with advanced skills. We sincerely thank the Kashmiri trade for their engagement and look forward to fruitful collaborations ahead.”
Shah further remarked, “We recognise the significant potential and interest of Kashmiri jewellery among the Iranian and Central Asian communities. Our collaboration with the Kashmiri trade aims to expand the global reach and influence of this exquisite craftsmanship. The unique blend of traditional Kashmiri artistry with modern design elements has captivated buyers from these regions, who highly appreciate the intricate workmanship and elegance in each piece.”
Kirit Bhansali expressed his commitment to expanding the region’s gem and jewellery trade into global markets and extended the Council’s support through IJEX in Dubai. He encouraged jewellers to utilise the Council’s establishment to further their exports. The GJEPC’s IJEX in Dubai provides a year-round B2B event platform, enabling GJEPC members to showcase their products and secure orders from international buyers, thereby significantly enhancing their market presence in the UAE.
Javed Ahmad Tenga expressed his appreciation and anticipation for collaborating with GJEPC to enhance the gem and jewellery trade in Kashmir.
GJEPC committed to partnering with the local community to identify and enhance the popularity of Kashmir’s renowned sapphires, aiming to elevate their market recognition both domestically and internationally.
It also proposed comprehensive training programmes for aspiring students and Karigars at its institutes, aimed at nurturing local craftsmanship and enhancing skills crucial for the industry’s growth.
Further, GJEPC announced plans to organise dedicated outreach programmes in Kashmir, aimed at facilitating and promoting local trade and manufacturing activities.
In addition, GJEPC extended a warm invitation to a Kashmiri delegation to participate in the prestigious IIJS Premiere 2024 show, to be held in Mumbai. During discussions, the trade members from Kashmir expressed keen interest in showcasing Kashmiri jewellery at this esteemed event, and GJEPC Chairman assured them of full support in this endeavour.
India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere, one of the world’s largest B2B gems and jewellery shows will take place in two prestigious venues in Mumbai: The Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), BKC, Bandra, from 8 to 12 August 2024, and The Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon, from 9 to 13 August 2024. IIJS Premiere will feature over 2,100 exhibitors and 3,600 stalls, attracting 50,000+ trade visitors from 80+ countries.
Running concurrently with IIJS Premiere 2024 is IGJME Premiere, a prominent Machinery and Allied Expo taking place from August 9-13, 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. This event will feature over 220 companies and 320 stalls, showcasing the latest in machinery and technology. Notably, the expo will also include an Italy Pavilion, highlighting international participation and the global reach of the exhibition.
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