The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in partnership with local trade associations, hosted a one-day MSME seminar in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on March 2nd. The event aimed to enhance exports and provide support to small businesses in the jewellery sector. Over 100 jewellers participated in the seminar, which was organized in collaboration with the Sarafa Association, Freeganj; the Silver Gold Merchant Association, Lakherwadi; the Silver Gold Merchant Association, Patni Bazaar; and the Nayapura Association.

The seminar was inaugurated by Ms. Kalavati Yadav, Chairperson of Ujjain Municipal Corporation, and Mr. Sanjay Agarwal, President of the BJP. Both dignitaries emphasized the pivotal role of exports in driving economic growth and assured full state government support for infrastructure development and export initiatives in Madhya Pradesh’s gem and jewellery sector.

Industry experts covered critical topics for MSMEs in the jewellery trade. Mr. Nilesh Trivedi, Assistant Director of MSME, Madhya Pradesh, shared information about various government schemes designed to assist small and medium enterprises. Ms. Aakansha Mishra, Officer at the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Bhopal, spoke about the importance of hallmarking in maintaining jewellery quality standards. Mr. Mithilesh Pandey, Director of Membership at GJEPC, highlighted the Council’s role in facilitating export opportunities.

Participants also gained valuable insights into GJEPC’s initiatives, including the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), IJEX Dubai, international exhibitions, business networking platforms, and the PM Vishwakarma scheme.