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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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Varamahalakshmi Vratam: Elevate Your Festive Look with Kushals’ Silver Temple Jewellery
Tradition Meets Contemporary Glamour with 92.5 BIS Hallmarked Silver Temple Jewellery for Varamahalakshmi Celebrations
Varamahalakshmi Vratam is a celebration where tradition and festive style come together beautifully. From the elegance of silk sarees, the sparkle of jewellery, and the fragrance of jasmine flowers to the vibrant rangolis and the rituals that bring families together, every element adds to the festive mood.
This Varamahalakshmi Vratam, Kushals Fashion Jewellery brings together the beauty of South Indian temple jewellery with its 92.5 BIS Hallmarked silver temple jewellery collection, offering designs that add a contemporary touch while staying rooted in traditional aesthetics.
Inspired by the ornate jewellery associated with South Indian temples, the collection features statement necklaces, elegant chokers, ornate jhumkas, bangles, and rings. Designs are brought to life with motifs of Goddess Lakshmi, peacocks, lotuses, elephants and other auspicious elements, making them particularly suited to the spirit of Varamahalakshmi celebrations.
For the Varamahalakshmi pooja, pair a statement temple necklace with a silk saree to create a classic festive look. At the same time, intricately detailed jhumkas, bangles or rings can add a more understated touch. The jewellery can also be styled with Anarkalis, festive salwar suits and contemporary Indian ensembles, making the collection versatile beyond the occasion itself.
The collection also showcases details such as vibrant kemp stones, intricate filigree work and antique-inspired finishes, giving the jewellery a rich and festive character. The result is a selection that can seamlessly move from traditional festive dressing to contemporary celebrations.
Speaking about the collection, Manish Gulechha, CEO & Co-Founder of Kushals Fashion Jewellery, said,
“Varamahalakshmi Vratam is one of the most cherished festive occasions in South India, and jewellery plays an important role in how women celebrate the day. Our Silver Temple Jewellery Collection has been thoughtfully designed to offer statement pieces that honour tradition while fitting seamlessly into the way women dress and celebrate today.”
The Kushals Varamahalakshmi collection is available across 30 stores in Bengaluru, 19 stores in Hyderabad, 12 stores in Chennai, 2 stores in Coimbatore and online
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