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DGFT Summit Explores E-commerce’s Role in Boosting Gem & Jewellery Export Potential

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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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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Supports Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Appeal On Gold; Submits Proposal To Strengthen Gold Monetisation Scheme

Encourages Recycling, Reuse, and Circulation Of Existing Gold Within India As A Responsible National Priority

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds has submitted a comprehensive proposal to the Government of India recommending strategic enhancements to the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), expressing its wholehearted support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal on responsible gold consumption and the need to strengthen India’s economic resilience through better utilisation of domestic gold resources.

The proposal, submitted by M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, to Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Hon’ble Commerce & Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, outlines practical measures aimed at increasing public participation in GMS, mobilising idle gold into the formal economy, and encouraging greater recycling, reuse, and circulation of existing gold within India.

India imports nearly 700–800 tonnes of gold annually, resulting in significant foreign exchange outflows and pressure on the current account deficit. At the same time, Indian households and institutions are estimated to hold nearly 25,000–35,000 tonnes of gold in the form of jewellery, coins and bars, much of which remains economically idle.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds stated that greater focus on recycling, exchange, reuse, and monetisation of existing domestic gold can play an important role in reducing import dependency, limiting dollar outflow, and strengthening the Indian economy over the long term.

Commenting on the proposal, M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said: 

“India possesses one of the world’s largest privately held gold reserves while continuing to rely significantly on imports to meet domestic demand. We wholeheartedly support the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s appeal and believe that encouraging responsible utilisation, recycling, and circulation of existing gold within the country is an important national priority. With appropriate policy support and active integration of the organised jewellery sector, the Gold Monetisation Scheme can emerge as a highly effective mechanism for mobilising idle gold into the formal economy.”

The proposal notes that while the Gold Monetisation Scheme was introduced to reduce import dependence and monetise idle domestic gold holdings, public participation remained limited due to longer lock-in periods, lower perceived returns, limited redemption flexibility, and procedural challenges.

To improve effectiveness and adoption of the scheme, Malabar Gold & Diamonds has recommended:

  • Integration of organised jewellers into the GMS framework under regulatory oversight
  • Reduction in minimum deposit quantity from 10 grams to 1 gram
  • Flexible redemption options in either gold weight or cash
  • Lower lock-in periods and improved liquidity options
  • Simplified Aadhaar-based e-KYC procedures
  • Customer incentives through jeweller participation, including loyalty-linked benefits
  • Improved transparency in purity testing, valuation, and refining
  • Consideration of GST waiver on gold brought back into the formal system
  • Alignment of GMS with Gold Metal Loan (GML) frameworks for better utilisation within the industry

The proposal also recommends a jeweller-assisted collection and facilitation framework operating under bank and regulatory supervision, with digital tracking systems and transparent processing mechanisms to improve customer confidence and operational efficiency.

According to the proposal, mobilisation of even 1–2% of India’s domestic gold holdings could potentially release nearly 600–700 tonnes of gold into circulation, equivalent to a substantial portion of the country’s annual gold import demand.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds believes that encouraging recycling, reuse, exchange, and monetisation of existing gold within India can become a meaningful economic lever for the country. The company stated that a stronger and more accessible Gold Monetisation Scheme can help reduce import dependence, lower foreign exchange outflows, improve circulation of domestic gold resources, and contribute towards building a more resilient and self-reliant economy in line with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision.

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