The much-anticipated BIJS 2025 commenced with a warm welcome at the Main Gate, followed by the ceremonial ribbon cutting. The inaugural program opened with a welcome note, the National Anthem, and the traditional Lamp Lighting, marking an auspicious start to the event.

Kranti Nagvekar, Founder of KNC Services, delivered the Welcome Address, setting an inspiring and professional tone for a day celebrating craftsmanship, innovation, and leadership within the jewellery and bullion industry.

Kranti Nagvekar, Founder of KNC Services, delivered the Welcome Address, setting a vibrant tone for a day dedicated to craftsmanship, innovation, and leadership in the jewellery and bullion industry.

Distinguished Guests in Attendance

The exhibition was honoured by the presence of eminent industry leaders:

• Chief Guest: Subir Sen, Director – B.C. Sen Jewellers
• Guests of Honour:
• Suvro Chandra, Joint Managing Director – P C Chandra Jewellers
• Mohd. Ishrat, Mustafa’s PTE Ltd (felicitated by Ravi Karel)
• Chetan Kumar Mehta, President – IBJA (Jewellery Division) / President – JAB / CMD – Laxmi Diamonds, Bangalore

Key representatives from prominent associations also graced the occasion, included:
Deepak Soni, President – Burrabazar Bullion Gems & Jewellery Association;
Tagar Poddar, General Secretary – Bangiya Swarna Shilpi Samiti; Alok Adhya, Chairman – Howrah Jewellery Traders Welfare Association; Pankaj Parekh; Pramod Duggar; Suneel Potdar; Sandeep Kulthia.

Lifetime Achievement Award

The event’s highlight was the conferring of the Lifetime Achievement Award on Samar Kumar De, Working President of SSBC, honoring his remarkable contributions to the industry. The award was jointly presented by Subir Sen, Suvro Chandra, Deepak Soni, and Sandeep Kulthia.

Durga Awards

The prestigious Durga Awards celebrated outstanding achievers in the jewellery sector:

• Sohini Roy – Bengal Jewellery LLP
  (felicitated by Suvro Chandra and Mr. Mohd. Ishrat)
• Pushpalata Suryawanshi – Director, Vicky Jewellery Works
  (felicitated by Chetan Kumar Mehta and Mr. Deepak Soni)
• Rupa Kundu – Jashomati Mahanam Jewellers
  (felicitated by Subir Sen and Mr. Samar Kumar De)

These honours recognized their dedication, excellence, and significant contributions to the industry.

Exhibition Highlights

BIJS 2025 also announced the Design Competition and Karigar Awards, offering a prominent stage for artisans to showcase their ingenuity and craftsmanship.

The event concluded with a heartfelt Thank You Address by Sandeep Kulthia, marking a celebration of innovation, talent, and leadership across the jewellery and bullion community.

BIJS 2025 once again reaffirmed its stature as a premier platform spotlighting brilliance, creativity, and industry leadership.