The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) and SGL (Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the SGL Pavilion at the GJS Diwali Edition 2026, introducing a dedicated platform focused on diamond certification, technology and trusted manufacturing.
Scheduled to be held from 2–4 October 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, the pavilion will feature 40 booths showcasing leading diamond manufacturers alongside an interactive SGL Experience Zone, designed to demonstrate advancements in diamond grading, certification technology and quality assurance.
The collaboration aims to create a specialised destination where manufacturers, retailers, buyers and trade visitors can explore the latest developments in diamond certification while connecting with progressive diamond manufacturers. The initiative also reflects the shared commitment of GJC and SGL to promote transparency, strengthen consumer confidence and create new business opportunities across the gem and jewellery industry.
The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Saiyam Mehra, Convener – GJS & IPC, and Chirag Soni, Co-Founder & Director, SGL, in the presence of Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman, GJC, Mitesh Dhorda, National Secretary, GJC, and Rahul Vasani, Business Development Manager, SGL Dubai. GJC and SGL also acknowledged Anil Prabhakar for facilitating the collaboration.
Commenting on the partnership, Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC, said:
“GJS has consistently brought together the most important stakeholders of the jewellery industry under one roof. Our partnership with SGL further strengthens this vision by introducing a dedicated pavilion focused on certification, innovation, and trust. We are confident the SGL Pavilion will become one of the key highlights of the GJS Diwali Edition 2026 while creating significant value for exhibitors and visitors alike.”
Highlighting the scale of the upcoming exhibition, Saiyam Mehra, Convener – GJS & IPC, said:
“Preparations for the GJS Diwali Edition are in full swing, and the excitement across the industry is tremendous. This edition will feature over 350 exhibitors, approximately 700 booths, and welcome more than 15,000 trade visitors from India and overseas. The SGL Pavilion will add a unique dimension to the exhibition by bringing together trendsetting diamond manufacturers within a dedicated space, creating new business opportunities and meaningful industry connections.”
Speaking about the concept behind the pavilion, Chirag Soni, Co-Founder & Director, SGL, said:
“The SGL Pavilion has been envisioned as an extension of the SGL Experience, a space where the industry can come together to discover innovation, engage with cutting-edge technology, and build meaningful business relationships. From our Experience Centres to our latest advancements in diamond screening and certification, we are committed to creating platforms that educate, inspire confidence, and strengthen the jewellery ecosystem. We look forward to welcoming the industry to experience SGL like never before at GJS Diwali Edition 2026.”
Echoing the industry’s broader vision, Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman, GJC, said:
“Strategic collaborations like this reinforce GJC’s commitment to promoting innovation, transparency, and sustainable growth across the Indian gem and jewellery industry. Our partnership with SGL further enhances the value proposition of GJS while creating new opportunities for businesses across the jewellery ecosystem.”
The GJS Diwali Edition 2026 is expected to host more than 350 exhibitors, around 700 booths, over 15,000 trade visitors and 2,000+ hosted buyers, reinforcing its position as one of India’s leading B2B jewellery exhibitions. The addition of the SGL Pavilion is expected to strengthen further the show’s focus on technology, certification and business networking.
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