Bengaluru, 2nd December 2024: The prestigious 51st India Gem & Jewellery Awards (IGJA), which were presented by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) in Jaipur, honored the top exporters in the gem and jewelry sector. GJEPC gave out 24 IGJ Awards: 14 were for Industry Performance; 7 were for Special Recognition; 2 were for Felicitation; and 1 was for Bank sponsoring the Gems & Jewellery Industry Awards. World Gold Council, a Gold Partner, Powered By GIA, along with Gemfields and RMC as Associate Partners and Vaibhav Global Limited as a Co-Partner, provided support for this event.
Adani Group Chairman and business magnate Shri Gautam Adani served as the presiding guest at GJEPC’s 51st IGJ Awards. Along with the leading figures in India’s gem and jewelry industry, GJEPC was represented by Shri Vipul Shah, Chairman; Shri Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman; Shri Nirmal Bardiya, Regional Chairman, Rajasthan; Shri Sabyasachi Ray, ED; Shri Sachin Jain, Regional CEO-India, World Gold Council; and Shri Gopal Kumar, Director and General Manager, Gemfields India Pvt. Ltd.
“Technology and sustainability are the twin pillars of our future,” stated Shri Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, speaking to a crowded auditorium of the diamond, gem, and jewelry industries. Let’s make sure our progress is both creative and responsible as we welcome the digital age. Using digital tools to empower and uplift our talented artists and craftsmen will elevate our jewelry tradition to new heights. In the end, tomorrow’s architects are our young people. Let’s develop their potential so that India can become a global powerhouse.
Adani further added, “Innovation and sustainability are not just trends but the foundation for the future of the gem and jewellery industry. From advanced manufacturing techniques to smart wearables, technology is revolutionizing the jewellery industry, offering endless opportunities for customisation and connection. The gem and jewellery industry must embrace change, challenge the status quo, and adapt to evolving consumer needs to remain a global leader.”
Shri Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC addressing the audience said, “Think big, innovate relentlessly, and embrace technology—the future of India’s gem and jewellery industry is brighter than ever. With robust retail growth, projects like the India Jewellery Park in Mumbai, Jaipur’s Gem Bourse, and the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC are transforming the landscape. Supported by visionary government policies and FTAs, our industry is poised to scale new heights. Together, we can position India as a global leader in gems and jewellery, setting benchmarks for innovation, excellence, and sustainability.”
