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DGFT Summit Explores E-commerce’s Role in Boosting Gem & Jewellery Export Potential
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) hosted an E-commerce Export Summit at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, on 11th March, gathering industry leaders to explore the growing potential of e-commerce in enhancing retail exports. Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director of GJEPC, delivered a keynote presentation on ‘Enhancing Retail Exports through E-commerce.’
In his opening remarks, Mr. Ray emphasized the critical role of e-commerce platforms in driving growth for the gem and jewellery sector. He noted that e-commerce is particularly well-suited to this industry due to the low volume and high value of its products, making it ideal for cross-border trade. He expressed confidence that businesses in the sector will see substantial growth in the near future, driven by the accessibility and scalability of e-commerce.
Mr. Ray also provided insights into recent foreign trade policy reforms introduced by the Government of India. These regulatory changes have significantly eased e-commerce exports, contributing to the sector’s remarkable growth. Currently, India’s gem and jewellery exports total $38 billion, with projections aiming for $100 billion by 2047, largely fueled by the expanding e-commerce landscape.
He advised exporters to focus on identifying key product markets and understanding consumer preferences to secure repeat business. Additionally, he highlighted the recent partnerships formed by the GJEPC with major e-commerce platforms like eBay, Amazon, and DHL, aiming to provide a seamless export experience for its members.
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GJEPC Calls For Suggestions From Industry On Proposed Gold Reform Measures
GJEPC, Is Undertaking Consultations On Promoting Low-Caratage Jewellery, Revamping GMS, To Encouraging Exchange Of Old Jewellery To Boost Recycling
GJEPC is leading industry consultations to formulate a proposal on gold monetisation and measures to reduce India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD), following initial discussions on precious metals convened by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
GJEPC, in coordination with AIGJC and other industry stakeholders and GJEPC members, is undertaking consultations on promoting low-caratage jewellery, revamping the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) to mobilise idle household gold, encouraging exchange of old jewellery to boost recycling, and discouraging passive gold investments such as bars and coins.
The industry paper will exclude temple gold, income tax amnesty measures, and any recommendation on reducing gold import duty. It also supports wider adoption of 9K, 14K and 18K hallmarked jewellery, stronger export incentives for the gems and jewellery sector, and safeguards against smuggling.
Jewellers are expected to remain the primary implementation channel, backed by declaration, valuation and monitoring mechanisms, while measures such as hedging and price protection may be explored to address gold price volatility.
GJEPC has invited member inputs by 28 May, with the consolidated proposal slated for submission to the Government by 5 June 2026.
GJEPC is leading industry consultations to formulate a proposal on gold monetisation and measures to reduce India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD), following initial discussions on precious metals convened by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. GJEPC, in coordination with AIGJC and other industry stakeholders and GJEPC members, is undertaking consultations on promoting low-caratage jewellery, revamping the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) to mobilise idle household gold, encouraging exchange of old jewellery to boost recycling, and discouraging passive gold investments such as bars and coins. The industry paper will exclude temple gold, income tax amnesty measures, and any recommendation on reducing gold import duty. It also supports wider adoption of 9K, 14K and 18K hallmarked jewellery, stronger export incentives for the gems and jewellery sector, and safeguards against smuggling. Jewellers are expected to remain the primary implementation channel, backed by declaration, valuation and monitoring mechanisms, while measures such as hedging and price protection may be explored to address gold price volatility. GJEPC has invited member inputs by 28 May, with the consolidated proposal slated for submission to the Government by 5 June 2026.
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