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IIJS Premiere 2022 Inauguration Ceremony, Press Conference
The inauguration ceremony press conference began with honoured guest, Smt. Hema Malini – Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha lighting the lamp. Along with her were Colin Shah, Chairman – GJEPC and Vipul Shah, Vice Chairman – GJEPC. Shailesh Sangani, Convener – GJEPC, and Mansukh Kothari, Co-Convener – GJEPC.
Many prominent dignitaries from the industry were present at the event.
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TRENDS @ SSI DELHI 3RD EDITION
Tradition and innovation aren’t mutually exclusive — they’re partners
Marketplace balancing heritage storytelling with the practical demands of a market hungry for lightweight, high-quality pieces.
The silver jewellery and articles industry continues to prove that tradition and innovation aren’t mutually exclusive — they’re partners. At SSI Delhi 3rd Edition
it pushes brands to reach new heights in design and craftsmanship, this season’s showcase revealed a marketplace balancing heritage storytelling with the practical demands of a market hungry for lightweight, high-quality pieces.
Shift to Lightweight
High gold prices are driving strong demand for lightweight silver pieces that retain a substantial, premium look without heavy grammage.
Optimistic Retail Sentiment
Retailers are actively acquiring inventory across both heritage temple designs and modern fashion-forward categories in anticipation of positive market momentum.
Hybrid Craftsmanship & Surface Finishes
Brands are blending classical techniques (Kundan, Nakash, Meenakari) with contemporary plating finishes like Black Rhodium and Rose Gold.
Diversification Beyond Jewelry
High-art silverware, sacred sculptures, novelty keepsakes, and men’s/teen wear are creating new, high-margin retail categories.
Threading through every collection was a clear market signal: demand for high-quality, lightweight jewelry is surging, driven largely by rising precious metal prices pushing consumers and retailers alike toward silver as a smart, elegant alternative.
Retailers on the floor were notably willing to pay a premium for innovation and quality — a sign that the market is rewarding craftsmanship rather than just chasing volume.
The mood among buyers was cautiously optimistic. There’s real hope that this season’s positive sentiment isn’t a one-off spike but the start of sustained momentum that carries on till the festive season and beyond.
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