A Unifying Force
The Domestic Council for Gems & Jewellery, which is in the final stages of formation, is a reflection of the industry’s determination to project a unified front for getting its voice heard. It is one of the major reforms undertaken by the Government of India to bring together a fragmented and opaque industry on a single structured platform.
So far 16 big trade associations representing the entire gem and jewellery supply chain – including jewelers, manufacturers, miners, artisans/craftsperson’s, refiners, bullion dealers, hallmarking centres, etc. – have joined hands to lay the groundwork for the Domestic Council. Turn to the Cover Story for an exhaustive report by industry analyst Sanjiv Arole. Also read the opinions of key members of the Domestic Council’s ad hoc committee, including Rajesh Khosla, Surendra Mehta, Anantha Padmanaban and Duli Chand Karel.
With the aim of strengthening trade relationships and augmenting business, the GJEPC organised the 4th edition of the India-SAARC-Middle East buyer- seller meet in Chennai and the 6th edition of the India Gemstone Week in Jaipur last month. The events each got more than 75 international buyers from several different countries.
Solitaire International is India’s leading B2B magazine on the gem and jewellery trade. With more than 20 years behind it, the monthly publication is today recognised in India and the world over as a quality publication in trade journalism. The magazine is referred to by the global trade sector for information on India and its industry. Solitaire International has a readership of the entire organised sector in the Indian jewellery industry and is distributed to all 5500 members of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, India’s apex body for the trade. In addition to fixed subscriptions, the magazine is also circulated in over 25 top international trade shows of repute. A personal copy reaches the management of leading jewellery retailers/chains/wholesalers in the US, Europe and the Far East; rough and polished suppliers; mining companies; and financial/industry institutions worldwide.
