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GJEPC and Trade Opportunities seminar: fostering knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and global competitiveness
GJEPC successfully organized an insightful seminar titled “GJEPC and Trade Opportunities” for the gem and jewellery community of Zaveri Bazaar on April 11, 2025. The event was aimed at raising awareness about the Council’s various initiatives and support systems designed to boost the growth and global reach of the Indian gem and jewellery industry. The seminar drew a strong turnout, with more than 200 industry professionals in attendance, including exporters, traders, wholesalers, young entrepreneurs, and members of prominent trade bodies.
The seminar began with a welcome address by Khusboo Ranawat , Regional Chairperson , Western Region and GJEPC Regional Representative, who highlighted the Council’s ongoing efforts to empower MSMEs and exporters by providing market intelligence, financial assistance, and opportunities for international exposure. The speaker emphasized the importance of capacity building and collaboration within the sector to drive sustainable growth.
This was followed by a detailed presentation by GJEPC officials, which covered the Council’s various export facilitation services, upcoming international trade fairs and buyer-seller meets, financial support schemes, and strategic trade advantages available under agreements such as the India-UAE CEPA. The session was tailored to equip participants with practical knowledge to help them tap into global markets more effectively.
A panel discussion featuring seasoned exporters and trade consultants provided valuable insights into navigating international markets. Panelists discussed strategies for expanding into new regions, overcoming the challenges faced by small businesses, and embracing digital tools and branding to stay competitive in the evolving landscape of the jewellery trade.
The event also included an interactive Q&A session, where participants actively engaged with the speakers on topics like export registration, compliance processes, product certifications, and government funding schemes. The open dialogue fostered a spirit of learning and encouraged first-time exporters to explore new possibilities with greater confidence.
In a special felicitation ceremony, GJEPC honored three key trade bodies for their unwavering support and contribution to the growth of the industry. Mumbai Wholesale Gold Association, Jewellers Youth Forum, and Zaveri Bazaar Welfare Association were felicitated along with their respective teams for their role in strengthening the ecosystem and promoting unity among the trade community.
The seminar was extremely well-received by all attendees, who appreciated the depth of information shared and the opportunity to network with peers and industry experts. The event reinforced GJEPC’s commitment to serving as a guiding force for the Indian gem and jewellery sector by fostering knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and global competitiveness.
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Reva Diamonds by PNGS Records 2.51x Revenue Growth, This Gudi Padwa, Signalling Strong Consumer Confidence in Fine Jewellery
The brand sees record-breaking festive sales, reinforcing the buoyancy of India’s organised jewellery retail sector
Reva Diamonds by PNGS, the certified natural diamond jewellery brand from the house of P.N. Gadgil & Sons, has recorded a 2.51x year-on-year surge in revenue this Gudi Padwa — its strongest festive performance since inception. The brand clocked revenue of Rs.7.30 crore on Gudi Padwa FY 2025-26, against Rs.2.08 crore on the same occasion in FY 2024-25. The milestone comes on the heels of the brand’s Rs.380 crore IPO on BSE and NSE and the inauguration of its new exclusive showroom in Kothrud, Pune, and underscores the growing appetite among Indian consumers for accessible, certified, and design-forward diamond jewellery.
Gudi Padwa, one of Maharashtra’s most auspicious occasions for new beginnings and significant purchases, has traditionally been a strong period for jewellery retail. This year, Reva Diamonds by PNGS saw a dramatic acceleration in consumer interest, with revenues rising from Rs.2.08 crore in FY 2024-25 to Rs.7.30 crore in FY 2025-26 on Gudi Padwa — a 2.51x jump that signals certified natural diamond jewellery is no longer a consideration only for high-end buyers, but a mainstream aspiration for Indian households.
The performance is even more meaningful when viewed against Reva’s current footprint: the brand operates 2 exclusive branded showrooms (EBOs) and 34 Shop-in-Shop (SIS) outlets across 25 cities in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Karnataka. The Gudi Padwa numbers reflect the strength of this multi-format presence — and signal that both the exclusive showroom experience and the accessibility of the SIS format are resonating strongly with consumers.
The numbers are particularly encouraging given the broader context: while premium and luxury categories have seen selective consumer spending, fine jewellery — especially when backed by trust, transparency, and a heritage brand — has emerged as a resilient and aspirational choice. Reva’s certification-first philosophy and its mass-premium pricing, starting at Ra.20,000, have clearly struck a chord.

Aditya Modak, Non-Executive Director, Reva Diamonds by PNGS, said,“A 2.51x growth in revenue this Gudi Padwa — from Rs.2.08 crore last year to Rs.7.30 crore this year — is not just a number we are proud of. It is a reflection of how meaningfully the market has shifted. Consumers today are informed, they care about provenance, and they want jewellery that is both beautiful and responsibly sourced. Reva was built for exactly this consumer.
This performance tells us we are on the right path, and it gives us tremendous confidence as we continue to expand our footprint and deepen our connection with buyers across Maharashtra and beyond.”
For jewellers across the organised sector, the Gudi Padwa numbers offer a welcome and instructive data point. Consumer sentiment towards fine jewellery remains strong, and brands that combine legacy credibility with modern product innovation are seeing disproportionate returns. Reva Diamonds by PNGS, with its PNGS heritage spanning over 190 years, its certified natural diamond portfolio across 13 distinct collections, and its sharp design language, is well-positioned to continue riding this momentum through the year.
With its Kothrud showroom now fully operational, 34 SIS outlets active across 25 cities, and additional expansion earmarked from IPO proceeds, the brand enters the next quarter with both the intent and infrastructure to match growing consumer demand.
Source: Reva Diamond by PNGS
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