South India’s Largest B2B Jewellery Exhibition attracts record breaking trade visitors; exhibitors elated with the volume of business done

The Hyderabad International Jewellery Show (HIJS) 2024, South India’s premier B2B jewellery exhibition, was a resounding success. Held at the GMR Arena near Hyderabad Airport from June 21-23, 2024, the event received high praise from exhibitors, visitors, and trade bodies alike. The exhibition concluded on a high note, with booths bustling with activity until the final moments on the last day.

The show was inaugurated in the presence of as Dr B. Govindan, State President, AKGSMA;  Jayantilal Challani, President, MJDTA;  Kailash Charan, President, Twin Cities Jewellers Association;  Jagdish Prasad Verma, President, Telangana Bullion Gems & Jewellers Federation;  Paul Alukka and John Alukka, Managing Directors, Jos Alukkas;  Parasmal Ranka, President, Telangana Pawn Broker Jewellers Association;  Shantilal Jain, Chief Organiser, A.P. Bullion Gold, Silver and Diamond Merchant’s Association;  Yogesh Kothari, President, IBJA – Tamil Nadu;  Mohanlal Jain, COA, GJC; Adv. S. Abdul Nazar, Treasurer, AKGSMA & Director, GJC;  V K Manoj, Project Director- United Exhibitions and other dignitaries of the GJ  industry.

V K Manoj, Project Director of United Exhibitions, the organizer of HIJS 2024, remarked, “The overwhelming response to HIJS 2024 surpassed our expectations. Exhibitors were highly satisfied, particularly with the strict implementation of business-only entry norms and the quality of facilities provided. The success of HIJS 2024 and the industry support we received have been immensely encouraging.”

Broad-based Support

HIJS 2024 was enthusiastically received by all stakeholders. Dr. B Govindan, Chairman, Bhima Jewellery, South Zone Chairman, GJC and also the chief guest, lauded the event and reaffirmed the industry’s support to the serious trade shows like HIJS

A vigorous promotional campaign, including roadshows and door-to-door drives in key jewellery hubs, significantly boosted awareness, backed by local trade associations. Leading personalities from major associations across southern states graced the opening day, highlighting the event’s significance.

Significant Pan-India Participation

HIJS 2024 provided a platform that brought together leading manufacturers from across the country to cater the needs of jewellery retailers from both the South and other key regions. The diverse visitor profile from various states led some participants to compare the show favourably with other national exhibitions. 

The show featured 250+ exhibitors in around 600 booths spread over 1,25,000 sq ft of exhibition space. An estimated 25,00,000 jewellery designs were showcased, offering a vast array of choices across gold, diamond, and silver jewellery, as well as loose gemstones. Additionally, the latest technology and software solutions for the jewellery industry were on display.

High Footfalls, Brisk Business

Exhibitors expressed extreme satisfaction with the steady flow of trade visitors over the three days. Many noted the significant number of footfalls, even on the last day, comparable to the opening day. Large groups of buyers from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and South India attended, alongside a significant number of trade visitors from various parts of India. 

Concurrent Events

The significance of HIJS 2024 as a business networking event was highlighted by various key concurrent events which included:

• Coffee with Dr Chetan Kumar Mehta, in conversation with Mr Varghese Alukkas, Managing Director, Jos Alukkas Jewellers. 
• Panel Discussion on Lab Grown Diamond Market 
• Kohinoor Jewellery Awards

United Exhibitions confirmed that nearly all exhibitors have already signed up for HIJS Diwali Edition 2024, scheduled to be held from 18^th to 20^th October 2024 at HITEX Exhibition Centre, Madhapur, Hyderabad.