GJEPC, in association with the All India Jewellers and Goldsmith Federation (AIJGF), organised a seminar on \u201cExport Opportunities for MSMEs and IIJS Retail Connect\u201d in Varanasi on 12 July, bringing together more than 100 members of the jewellery trade.<\/p>\n
The programme focused on connecting MSME jewellers with global export opportunities while showcasing how IIJS Retail Connect is helping businesses expand their reach and strengthen their presence in domestic and international markets.<\/p>\n
Mansukh Kothari delivered a session on the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), highlighting its role as a key business platform for the Indian gem and jewellery industry. He explained how participation in IIJS enables businesses to build professional networks, enter new markets, strengthen buyer-seller relationships and support long-term growth.<\/p>\n
Mithilesh Pandey, Senior Director, GJEPC, outlined the Council\u2019s initiatives to strengthen India\u2019s gem and jewellery export ecosystem. He walked participants through the process of starting an export business, covering essential requirements such as obtaining an Import Export Code (IEC), GST registration and other statutory compliances.<\/p>\n
Pandey also highlighted GJEPC initiatives including the India International Jewellery Exposition Centre (IJEX), e-commerce opportunities through platforms such as eBay, participation in international trade exhibitions and access to overseas markets. He explained how Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) are enhancing India\u2019s export competitiveness and provided an overview of MSME schemes and government support available to industry members.<\/p>\n
The seminar concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, where participants sought guidance on export procedures, MSME schemes, international market opportunities, business expansion strategies, the GJEPC Parichay Card initiative and the Council\u2019s Health Insurance Scheme.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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