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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.

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1 year ago

April 18, 2025

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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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Kantilal Jewellers, Launches Flagship Showroom At Vastrapur, Ahmedabad

Marking Its First Expansion Outside Surat, The Massive Three-Story Space Is The Brand’s Largest Retail Destination To Date.

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13 hours ago

September 24, 2026

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Surat-based Kantilal Jewellers, a legacy brand established in 1948, has expanded beyond its home base with the launch of a 28,000 sq. ft. flagship showroom at Keshavbaug Capital, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad.

Marking its first expansion outside Surat, the massive three-story space is the brand’s largest retail destination to date.

Palatial Architectural Concept: The store design takes inspiration from Jodhpur Palace, featuring Jharokha-style screens, marble passageways, domed skylights, chandelier lounges, and a central atrium linking all three levels.

Experiential Studio Retail: Departing from traditional counters, the showroom offers private studio spaces, VIP viewing areas, and dedicated experience centers.

Ambient Luxury: The shopping experience is elevated by live sitar and guitar performances alongside personalized consultation lounges.

Product Offering: The flagship showcases the brand’s signature gold, diamond, and bridal collections tailored for the Ahmedabad market.

Led by Director Jinay Choksi, this flagship rollout is a strategic move to establish a distinct, experiential luxury footprint across major Gujarat markets while preserving the heritage of the Kantilal brand.