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GJEPC Chairman Meets New Customs Commissioner to Strengthen Trade Facilitation
Mr. Kirit Bhansali welcomes Commissioner Santosh Kumar Mishra, discussing industry challenges and reaffirming collaborative efforts for smoother gem and jewellery trade.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) extended a warm welcome to Mr. Santosh Kumar Mishra, the newly appointed Commissioner of Customs at the Precious Cargo Customs Clearance Centre (PCCCC), during a meeting with Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of GJEPC.
During the meeting, Mr. Bhansali addressed several critical issues currently affecting exporters and importers in the gem and jewellery sector. He emphasized the need for continued support from the Customs department to ensure streamlined and efficient trade processes.

Commissioner Mishra expressed his appreciation for the constructive dialogue and assured the industry’s stakeholders of his department’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business. He stated, “When you flourish, we flourish, and the country flourishes,” underlining the significance of a strong, collaborative relationship between Customs and trade organizations like GJEPC.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, setting the stage for strengthened cooperation and proactive engagement to address industry concerns and enable seamless operations in India’s gem and jewellery trade ecosystem.
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Hari Krishna Group Celebrates International Yoga Day 2026 With Over 8,300 Participants Across India, Reinforcing Its Commitment To Employee Well-Being
More Than 8,300 Employees Across Surat and Mumbai Joined Yoga Day Celebrations, Reflecting HK’s Strong Focus On Health, Mindfulness and Workplace Well-Being.
Hari Krishna Group (HK), one of the world’s leading natural diamond manufacturers, celebrated International Yoga Day 2026 with the participation of over 8,300 employees across its Surat and Mumbai (SEEPZ & BKC) offices, reaffirming its commitment to employee health, mindfulness, and holistic well-being.




More than 6,000 employees gathered at the Surat headquarters, while 2,300 employees participated in Mumbai, practicing yoga under the guidance of expert instructors. Colleagues from HK’s international offices also joined virtually, reflecting the company’s global culture of wellness and unity.
At HK, wellness is a way of life rather than a one-day celebration. Along with celebrating Yoga Day every year, the company regularly conducts yoga sessions, daily Anapana meditation after lunch, health check-ups, blood donation drives, marathons, and other wellness initiatives that encourage employees to lead healthier and more balanced lives.
These initiatives are aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-Being and form an integral part of HK’s ESG commitment to creating a healthier, safer, and more sustainable workplace.
Message from the Founders
“At Hari Krishna Group, we have always believed that our employees are our greatest strength. Their health and well-being remain at the heart of everything we do. Yoga is not just an annual celebration but a lifelong practice that promotes discipline, balance, and inner peace. Through regular yoga sessions, meditation, and wellness initiatives, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. A healthy team builds a stronger organization and a better society.”
Hari Krishna Group extends its sincere gratitude to all employees, yoga experts, industry guests, and well-wishers who joined the celebrations and supported the vision of a healthier future.
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