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GJEPC Showcases Export Growth Strategies and Membership Benefits at Maharashtra’s District Investment Summit
At the 2025 Summit hosted by the Directorate of Industries, GJEPC emphasized its key initiatives to boost exports, support MSMEs, and empower jewellery manufacturers across districts.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) actively participated in the District Investment Summit 2025, organized by the Directorate of Industries (MMR, Mumbai), Government of Maharashtra, on 16th April in Mumbai, under the theme “Attracting Investment, Promoting Growth, Empowering Districts.”
Representing GJEPC, Mr. Mithilesh Pandey, Director – Membership, presented the Council’s wide array of initiatives and services designed to empower gem and jewellery businesses, particularly MSMEs and regional manufacturers.
Mr. Pandey highlighted the core benefits of GJEPC membership, including participation in prestigious platforms like IIJS (India International Jewellery Show) and IJEX (India Jewellery Exposition Centre), along with export facilitation tools such as courier and hand-carry modes, India Post’s Dak Niryat Kendras, and e-commerce tie-ups with platforms like eBay.
He also outlined GJEPC’s efforts to make logistics more affordable through subsidised services, and detailed how members can leverage free trade agreements like CEPA (with UAE) and ECTA (with Australia) to access global markets more competitively.
In addition, Mr. Pandey spoke about business development programs such as buyer-seller meets, the IC Scheme, and Capacity Building Scheme, as well as financial support options like collateral-free loans under the India Jewellery Park Mumbai (IJPM). He further emphasized the comprehensive infrastructure solutions available to jewellery manufacturers, designed to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
The session underlined GJEPC’s commitment to supporting regional growth, empowering entrepreneurs, and making India a global leader in gem and jewellery exports.
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Hari Krishna Group Turns Anniversary into Contribution: 459 Units Donated, Total Blood Collection Reaches 21,863
On its 13th anniversary, Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. reinforces its commitment to social responsibility with a landmark blood donation drive and preventive healthcare initiative in Mumbai.
Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (HK), a globally recognised diamond manufacturing company known for ethical sourcing and transparency, celebrated its 13th anniversary at The Capital, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai, with a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainable impact.
For the past 13 consecutive years, the company has marked its anniversary by organising a blood donation drive, reflecting its belief that true growth is measured by the positive difference made to society. Continuing this meaningful tradition, this year’s drive resulted in the collection of 459 units of blood, taking the organisation’s total contribution to 21,863 units of blood donated till date.
In a first-time initiative, HK also organised a Blood CBC (Complete Blood Count) Check-up Camp, which received an encouraging response. A total of 162 participants registered and completed their CBC tests free of charge, promoting preventive healthcare and well-being.
The event was attended by Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director of Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), along with representatives from the banking sector, members of the gems and jewellery industry, employees, and well-wishers, all coming together in the shared spirit of saving lives and supporting community welfare. Qualified medical professionals ensured proper screening and safe procedures throughout the day.

Addressing the gathering, founder Ghanshyambhai Dholakia shared that sustainability for the organisation goes beyond manufacturing and selling diamonds. He emphasised that alongside business growth, the company remains committed to sustainable practices aligned with broader Sustainable Development Goals, and continuously encourages employees and industry partners to actively participate in meaningful social initiatives such as blood donation drives.
As HK steps into another year, its focus remains clear — growth with responsibility, sustainability in action, and progress that benefits both business and society.
source :Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd
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