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Gujarat Gold Jewellery Show 2025 Inaugurated, Bringing Industry Leaders Together for India’s Premier B2B Jewellery Exhibition
GGJS 2025 Opens with Grandeur at Helipad Exhibition Centre
The 15th edition of the Gujarat Gold Jewellery Show (GGJS) 2025 was officially inaugurated today at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, marking the grand opening of one of the country’s most significant B2B jewellery exhibitions. The ceremony, a confluence of tradition and industry leadership, was attended by key figures from the jewellery and business sectors.



The inauguration ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp, an auspicious start led by Chief Guest – Sandeep Kohli – CEO- Aditya Birla Group – Indriya with the special guest, Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta – IBJA President, Jewellery Division and Surendra Mehta – National Secretory, IBJA. He was joined by the esteemed GOWJA Committee, including Hiteshbhai Soni, Akshaybhai Mehta, Dharmendrabhai Soni, who collectively represent the vision and strength of the Gold Ornaments Wholesale Jewellers Association.

The event was graced by respected leaders from prominent jewellery associations across the nation, showcasing the show’s national importance. Dignitaries present included:
Naineshbhai Pachchigar, IBJA – Surat, Naveen Soni, IBJA – Rajasthan, Santhosh Saraf, JDWA Madhya Pradesh Sarafa Association, RadheShyam Soni, IBJA – Udaipur, Muthu Venkataramman, President, Coimbatore Jewellers Association, Pratapbhai, President, Surat Jewellers Association

The inauguration also saw the presence of top retailers and influential business leaders, highlighting the show’s role as a vital business platform. Noteworthy attendees included:
Anil Dande of Govind Dande and Sons Private Limited, Ajay Talla of Talla Jewellers Pvt. Ltd., Anil Kataria of D.P. Abhushan Ltd. (D.P. Jewellers) (Corpo), Shaji V.k. of Chemmanur International Jewellers, Adarsh K Murthy of A Shanker Chetty & Sons, C.S. Amarnath of Lalitha Jewellery, Pramod Dugar of Indian Gem and Jewellers (IBJA), Darpan Anand of Punjab Jewellers, Mitesh Khimji of Khimji Jewellers, M Madesh of C. Krishniah Chetty & Sons Pvt. Ltd., Arvindbhai Soni, Manoj Bhai, Vijay Bhai of A.B. Jewels, Jitubhai Bhindi of Bhindi Jewellers

The Gujarat Gold Jewellery Show 2025, which runs from September 15th to 17th, is a comprehensive B2B platform designed to foster growth, collaboration, and innovation within the industry. The show features over 500 exhibitors showcasing a vast range of products, from traditional gold jewellery to cutting-edge designs, catering to wholesalers, retailers, and traders from across India.
The presence of such a diverse and distinguished group of guests underscores the show’s position as a premier event in the national jewellery calendar. It provides a unique opportunity for networking, knowledge exchange, and business development, reinforcing Gujarat’s status as a powerhouse in India’s vibrant gem and jewellery sector.
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Kerala Tourism Minister Inaugurates Kerala Jewellery International Fair 2026 in Kochi
Industry Leaders and Policymakers Come Together At KJIF 2026 To Strengthen Kerala’s Position As A Leading Jewellery Trade Hub.
The Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2026 was formally inaugurated at the Adlux International Convention & Exhibition Centre in Angamaly, Kochi, marking the beginning of one of the region’s most significant gatherings for the gems and jewellery industry.




The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Sri P. C. Vishnunadh, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism and Culture, Government of Kerala, in the presence of an esteemed line-up of policymakers, industry leaders, and trade representatives from across India.

” It is heartening to see such a large turnout of visitors at KJIF, not only from Kerala and South India but from across the country. This is not a regional show, this is a national trade event. This is an important platform that will contribute to the growth of the GJ industry”
P C Vishnunadh
Hon Minister for Tourism and Culture, Govt of Kerala
Guests of Honour included P. K. Kunhalikutty, Hon’ble Minister for Industries and Information Technology, Government of Kerala; P. M. A. Sameer, Member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly; and Raju Apsara, President of the Kerala Vyapaari Vyasayi Ekopan Samiti.



Representing leading industry organisations and institutions were Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC); Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, India, World Gold Council; and Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO of the India Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES).
The inauguration ceremony also witnessed the participation of prominent jewellery industry stalwarts, including Varghese Alukka, Managing Director of Jos Alukka; Saiyam Mehra, Immediate Past Chairman of the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC); Sriram, Past President of the Tamil Nadu Jewellers Federation; Balasubramanian from the Madurai Jewellers & Bullion Merchant Association; and Muthu Krishnan from the Coimbatore Jewellers Manufacturers Association.



Senior representatives from the Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (KGSMA), including State President K. Surendran and General Secretary Adv. S. Abdul Nazar, were also present, alongside V. K. Manoj, Director – Projects at United Exhibitions.
Bringing together retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, trade bodies, and policymakers, KJIF 2026 aims to serve as a strategic platform for business networking, product showcases, and discussions on emerging trends shaping the future of the jewellery industry. The fair further reinforces Kerala’s longstanding position as a vital centre for gold jewellery trade, craftsmanship, and innovation in India.
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