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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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GJEPC Completes 9th Export Training Programme In Delhi
The Three-Day Programme Equipped Aspiring Exporters With Practical Knowledge On Export Procedures, Compliance, Government Schemes and Global Market Opportunities, While Highlighting GJEPC’s Export Promotion Initiatives.
Programme brought together 12 participants, including entrepreneurs, aspiring exporters and industry professionals.
GJEPC has concluded the ninth batch of its three-day training programme, How to Begin Gem & Jewellery Exports, aimed at equipping aspiring exporters with the knowledge and practical skills needed to enter international markets.
Organised by the GJEPC Regional Office, Delhi, the programme brought together 12 participants, including entrepreneurs, aspiring exporters and industry professionals. The training covered key aspects of the export business, including export procedures, documentation, the Foreign Trade Policy, export compliance, government schemes, market development and opportunities in overseas markets. Participants also gained practical insights into navigating international trade and expanding their global reach.
The sessions were led by Ranjan Upreti, Foreign Trade Consultant, alongside Council Secretariat officials Mithlesh Pandey, Ashish Sakhardande, Ashutosh Srivastava and Sanjay Madaan, who shared their expertise on various aspects of the export ecosystem.
Participants were also introduced to GJEPC’s export promotion initiatives and support services, including market facilitation, capacity-building programmes, trade promotion activities and international networking opportunities designed to help businesses expand overseas.
The programme concluded with a valedictory session, where Antarpal Singh Sawhney, Regional Chairman – North, GJEPC, presented certificates to the participants. Addressing the attendees, he stressed the importance of compliance, due diligence, ethical business practices and effective risk management in building sustainable export businesses.
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