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GJEPC Collaborates with Delhi Customs to Streamline Jewellery Export via Personal Carriage
Follow-up meeting focuses on refining SOPs under Circular No. 09/25 – Customs to ease export processes through Delhi’s Precious Cargo Warehouse
On 15 April, a delegation from the GJEPC Northern Regional Office met with senior officials of Delhi Customs to further refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the import and export of jewellery via personal carriage. This discussion followed an initial meeting held on 9 April and focused on the implementation of Circular No. 09/25 – Customs, dated 28 April 2025, with the goal of issuing a comprehensive public notice for the trade.
Key customs officials present included Mr. Dheeraj Rastogi, IRS, Principal Commissioner – Exports; Ms. Ashima Bansal, IRS, Commissioner – ACC Export; Mr. Vishal Pal Singh, IRS, Commissioner – Airport; Mr. Dibyalok Singh, IRS, Deputy Commissioner – ACC Shed; and Mr. Anuj Kumar Pandey, IRS, Additional Deputy Commissioner – Airport. Representing the GJEPC were Mr. Antarpal Singh Sawhney, Regional Chairman – North, and Mr. Anil Sankhwal, Convener, Studded Jewellery Panel.
The meeting primarily addressed ways to optimise the draft SOPs for hand-carried jewellery exports through the Precious Cargo Warehouse (PCW) operated by Celebi at Delhi Airport. GJEPC representatives proposed practical solutions to remove procedural bottlenecks and speed up customs clearance. Among their key requests was the establishment of a dedicated detention room for appraised parcels within the Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) cargo shed to reduce delays and improve exporter convenience.
Customs officials, led by Mr. Rastogi, responded positively to the recommendations and assured the delegation of due consideration. They also advised GJEPC to initiate discussions with CWC for space allocation to implement the suggested changes effectively.
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Jaipur Gem & Jewellery Bourse Set to Transform Global Coloured Gemstone Trade
Bookings and Foundation Stone Ceremony Expected This Month As India’s First Dedicated Coloured Gemstone Bourse Takes Shape In Jaipur.
The Jaipur Gems and Jewellery Bourse (JGJB), a landmark initiative jointly promoted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and the Jewellers Association Jaipur (JAJ), is entering a new phase of development with the commencement of bookings and the foundation stone laying ceremony expected this month.
The project represents a major step towards strengthening India’s leadership in the global coloured gemstone trade by creating an integrated, world-class business ecosystem for manufacturers, exporters, traders, and international buyers.
Pramod Agrawal (Derewala), Chairman, Jaipur Gem and Jewellery Bourse, said:

“The Jaipur Gems and Jewellery Bourse is more than just an infrastructure project—it is the realization of a dream nurtured by generations of Jaipur’s gemstone community. This world-class facility will strengthen Jaipur’s position as the global hub for coloured gemstones, create new opportunities for exporters and artisans, and provide the industry with the scale, security and connectivity required to compete in the next era of global trade.”
Jaipur has long been recognised as the global centre for coloured gemstones, accounting for a significant share of the world’s cutting and polishing of emeralds, rubies, sapphires, tanzanites, and other precious stones. The city has emerged as a major export hub, with gem and jewellery exports surpassing USD 2 billion in FY 2024-25.
Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said:
“The Jaipur Gem and Jewellery Bourse marks a defining moment in the evolution of India’s gem and jewellery industry. Jaipur has long been recognised globally as the heart of coloured gemstones, combining centuries-old craftsmanship with world-class manufacturing capabilities. The bourse will provide a modern, secure and internationally benchmarked business ecosystem that will enhance ease of trade, attract global buyers, and strengthen India’s position in the global coloured gemstone value chain. GJEPC is proud to partner in this visionary initiative that will drive exports, generate employment, and unlock new growth opportunities for the sector.”

Spread across 43,828 square metres at Sitapura, the Jaipur Gems and Jewellery Bourse will offer modern trading infrastructure, secure business facilities, and a unified platform for the entire value chain. The project is expected to improve ease of doing business, facilitate greater buyer-seller engagement, and enhance global market access for Indian exporters.
The bourse assumes added significance as global supply chains continue to evolve and international buyers increasingly seek transparent, secure, and professionally managed sourcing destinations. By bringing the industry under one roof, the facility will strengthen Jaipur’s competitiveness and reinforce India’s position in the international gemstone and jewellery marketplace.
The project has already achieved several key milestones, including major regulatory approvals and completion of architectural planning. The Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) tender process is currently in its final stages, with construction expected to commence before Diwali 2026. Phased possession is planned from 2028 onwards.
As the world’s first dedicated bourse for coloured gemstones and gemstone jewellery, JGJB is expected to become a catalyst for exports, investment, employment generation, and international trade engagement, further cementing Jaipur’s reputation as the Global Capital of Colour.
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