Industry luminary Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, visited IIJS Signature on 6th January 2025. During his visit, Mr. Birla was briefed by Mr. Nirav Bhansali, Convener of National Exhibitions, GJEPC and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, about the Council’s key initiatives and activities aimed at driving growth and development of the Indian jewellery sector.


Mr. Birla was informed about the GJEPC’s multifaceted efforts, including organising international exhibitions, establishing incubation centres such as IJEX Dubai, implementing worker insurance schemes like Swasthya Ratna, and developing common facility centres including the flagship Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, with state-of-the-art equipment.
Mr. Birla expressed his appreciation for GJEPC’s efforts in supporting the growth and development of the Indian gem and jewellery sector. He also took the opportunity to visit several supplier booths at IIJS Signature, gaining firsthand insights into the latest innovations and trends in jewellery design and manufacturing.
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