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Jewellers’ Conclave and IIJS Premiere 2025 Roadshow Held in Lucknow to Empower Local Trade
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in association with the Sarafa Wing of the Uttar Pradesh Vyapar Mandal, hosted a Jewellers’ Conclave and IIJS Premiere 2025 Roadshow in Lucknow. The event brought together over 125 participants with the goal of empowering local jewellers by providing insights into export potential, modern business strategies, and government-led support schemes.
Sanjay Gupta, President of the Uttar Pradesh Vyapar Mandal, underscored the growing importance of technology and timely information in enabling local jewellers to compete in global markets.
Mithilesh Pandey, Director – Membership at GJEPC, addressed the audience on crucial topics such as export documentation, global trade shows, GJEPC’s IJEX platform in Dubai, MSME support schemes, and upcoming events in Dubai and Doha. He also outlined the various benefits associated with GJEPC membership, encouraging wider participation from the region.
Naheed Sunke, Assistant Director at GJEPC, spoke about the pivotal role of IIJS Premiere in shaping the future of India’s gem and jewellery industry, highlighting its relevance for growing businesses.
Manoj Chaurasia, Director of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Lucknow, provided practical guidance on both Central and State government MSME schemes, offering valuable insights for small and medium-sized jewellery enterprises.
The event served as a strategic knowledge-sharing platform, aimed at integrating Uttar Pradesh’s jewellers more closely with national and international industry developments.
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Supriya Kataria, Founder of Kumari Fine Jewellery, honoured as “Voice of the Year” at the Women Leaders Summit & Awards 2025, Goa
Supriya Kataria of Kumari Fine Jewellery honoured for her inspiring leadership and authentic voice at the Women Leaders Summit & Awards 2025 in Goa.
Supriya Kataria, Founder of Kumari Fine Jewellery, was felicitated with the prestigious “Voice of the Year” award at the Women Leaders Summit Awards 2025 (India Edition), held from 14th to 16th October at Alila Diwa, Goa. The event brought together an exceptional gathering of women leaders, changemakers, and innovators from across India, celebrating their transformative impact on business, society, and culture. The summit, themed around leadership, change, and inclusion, featured a distinguished lineup of speakers and organisations, including representatives from the Government of India, Thomas Cook India, Bank of Baroda, Reliance, Trifecta Capital, NITI Aayog, Emmay Entertainment, and Autodesk, among others. As the Luxury Jewellery Partner for the summit, Kumari Fine Jewellery added a touch of elegance and distinction to the event, reflecting its ethos of celebrating women who live beautifully and expressively.

Supriya Kataria was recognised for her powerful and authentic voice that has inspired action, created awareness, and amplified the stories of others. The “Voice of the Year” award honours individuals who embody courage, creativity, and conviction; qualities that resonate deeply with Supriya’s vision for Kumari and her leadership in redefining fine jewellery for modern Indian women. During her presentation at the summit, attended by over 100 industry leaders and delegates, Supriya spoke about Kumari Fine Jewellery’s journey, its design ethos, and its commitment to empowering women through expression and individuality. The Women Leaders Summit & Awards 2025 served as a powerful reminder that women are not just participating in change. They are leading it, one bold conversation at a time.
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