GJEPC is led the gem and jewellery sector’s presence during Hon’ble President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Botswana from 11 to 14 November.As part of Indian delegation, led by South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI),  Jayanti Savaliya, Regional Chairman – Gujarat, GJEPC, is headed a team representing the diamond sector that includes Hitesh Shah of Venus Jewel, Darshak Narola of Shree Ramkrishna Exports, and Brijesh Dholakia of Hari Krishna Exports. The broader Indian delegation is led by Nikhil Madrasi, President, SGCCI, which was invited by the Botswana government to accompany President Murmu.

 Savaliya, along with the rest of the Indian delegation, received a special invitation to the state dinner from H.E. Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, the President of Botswana, and presented him with a handcrafted memento showcasing a blend of traditional Indian crafts. The centrepiece was created in the GI-tagged Sadeli marquetry style, known for its precise geometric wood-inlay work. It was paired with artisanal detailing drawn from India’s broader gem and jewellery heritage, including fine metalwork and miniature decorative techniques. President Boko appreciated the craftsmanship and the cultural narrative conveyed through the piece.