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GJEPC seeks government intervention over US reciprocal tariff proposal
Top representatives of India’s gems and jewellery sector have urgently briefed Hon’ble Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal, IAS, on the potential repercussions of the United States’ recent notice regarding reciprocal tariffs. The delegation, led by Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Adil Kotwal, President, Seepz Gem & Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association (SGJMA), and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, presented a detailed overview of the industry’s concerns and proposed mitigation strategies.
The briefing aimed to underscore the significant impact the proposed tariffs could have on Indian exports and the broader industry. Satya Srinivas, IRS, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Commerce (MoC), and Dnyaneshwar Patil, Development Commissioner, SEEPZ were also present to offer a comprehensive understanding of the issues at hand.
The US notice, which threatens reciprocal tariffs, has raised concerns within the Indian gems and jewellery sector, a key contributor to the nation’s export revenue. The industry leaders outlined the potential economic fallout and presented specific recommendations to safeguard interests.
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GJEPC Represents Mumbai’s GJ Sector At ODOP Award Assessment
GJEPC Presented An Overview Of Mumbai Suburban’s GJ Industry, Highlighting Its Contribution To Exports, Employment Generation, MSME Development
GJEPC participated in the Government of Maharashtra’s One District One Product (ODOP) Award 2025 assessment on 25 June 2026, representing the gems and jewellery sector as Mumbai Suburban District advanced to the first stage of the award process.
As part of the second-stage physical verification, officials from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) reviewed the district’s performance under the ODOP initiative. GJEPC presented an overview of Mumbai Suburban’s gems and jewellery industry, highlighting its contribution to exports, employment generation, MSME development, and Maharashtra’s industrial economy.
As part of the verification process, the DPIIT delegation is also scheduled to visit SEEPZ, Mumbai, to assess the district’s manufacturing and export ecosystem and gain first-hand insight into the sector’s capabilities.
GJEPC Represents Mumbai’s GJ Sector At ODOP Award Assessment
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