GJEPC, with support from Jewellery Manufacturers Association (JMA), organised a Retailers’ Connect programme in Thrissur, Kerala, that drew an encouraging response from the local jewellery trade. The event was attended by 85 retail jewellers.
Naheed Sunke, Assistant Director – National Events, GJEPC, briefed participants on the Council’s key initiatives, industry support services, and trade facilitation efforts.
Deepa Rajendran, Coordinator – Kerala, GJEPC, highlighted the opportunities available at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, which will be held at JWCC, BKC from 5th to 9th August 2026 and BEC, Goregaon from 6th to 10th August 2026. She also outlined the benefits of the Advance Visitor Registration (AVR) packages and guided retailers through the registration process.
Murali Ayyar, Category Head – Retail Trade, De Beers India, presented the INDRA initiative and its potential benefits for the jewellery industry.
The event resulted in 50 on-the-spot AVR registrations, underlining the strong interest among Thrissur retailers in participating in the forthcoming edition of IIJS Bharat Premiere.
A key outcome of the programme was JMA’s request for a Parichay Card Camp at its premises, with the association assuring participation from 500–700 members and workers. In addition, arrangements were initiated to reserve over 30 rooms in a budget hotel for JMA members planning to visit the show.