India International Jewellery Show 2024 Inaugurated by Union Minister Piyush Goyal

MUMBAI: The India International Jewellery Show 2024, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was inaugurated by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. The show, which is the first and largest-ever India International Jewellery Trade Show, witnessed 30,000+ visitors (including international buyers) from 800 Indian cities and 60 countries. The show boasts of 1,500+ exhibitors occupying 3,000+ stalls across a sprawling 1.25 lakh sq. mt. of exhibition area.

The show, which is the 16th edition of GJEPC’s IIJS Signature, is the first top-of-the-line design-centric jewelry trade show along with the India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) being held at two venues in Mumbai: JIO World Convention Centre, BKC (4-7 January) & Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Goregaon (5-8 January). This expansion aims to offer exhibitors and visitors more space, fostering a relaxed environment conducive to productive business interactions.

The India International Jewellery Show 2024 also introduced “The Select CLUB” exclusively for Couture Jewellery manufacturers at IIJS Signature 2024. The Select CLUB aims to bring forth a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary designs that will resonate with the discerning taste of patrons at the luxurious JWCC venue. The Select CLUB at IIJS Signature 2024 is poised to empower Couture jewelry manufacturers, providing a platform to showcase their diverse array of exclusive high-end jewelry designs to our discerning audience.

The India International Jewellery Show 2024 is a showcase of the latest trends and innovations in the industry, as well as a forum for knowledge exchange. Innov8 Talks, seminars designed to inspire and educate, and networking evenings foster connections that go beyond business transactions.

The show has several salient features that define it, including dual venues- Jio World Convention Centre and Bombay Exhibition Centre, 5 Exhibition Halls offering a comprehensive display of the finest in the industry, “The Select CLUB”- a dedicated section for luxury connoisseurs and couture jewelry buyers, Prime Plus Lounge for Prime Plus Exhibitors and Visitors at Both venues, Seamless Visitor Pre-Registration & Digital Entry Badge for ease of access, Complimentary Registration for International Visitors to foster global participation, IIJS APP providing comprehensive show details at your fingertips, 3D Interactive Floor Plan ensuring effortless navigation within the venue, and Shuttle Bus Services connecting hotels and airports to the event location.

The product sections at JWCC include Diamond, Gemstone, and other studded jewelry, Gold and Gold CZ studded jewelry, Laboratories, and Education (for Loose), and International companies. The exclusive sections include THE SELECT CLUB: Exclusive High-End Couture Jewellery, Loose Stones (Diamonds), and Lab-grown Diamonds (Loose & Jewellery).

The product sections at BEC include Diamond, Gemstone, and other studded jewelry, Gold and Gold CZ studded jewelry, Laboratories, and education (for Jewellery), and International companies. The exclusive sections include Silver Jewellery, Artefacts and gifting Items, and Loose stone (Colour gemstone).

The concurrent show, IGJME 2024, which is being held at Hall 5 at BEC, showcases Machinery, Technology, and allied products.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), set up by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India (GoI) in 1966, is the apex body of the gems & jewelry industry and today has around 9,600 members in the sector. With headquarters in Mumbai, GJEPC has Regional Offices in New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Surat, and Jaipur, all of which are major centers for the industry. It thus has a wide reach and can have a closer interaction with members to serve them in a direct and more meaningful manner. Over the past decades, GJEPC has emerged as one of the most active EPCs and has continuously strived to both expand its reach and depth in its promotional activities as well as widen and increase services to its members.

In his speech, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s guidance, India can become the global epicenter of the gem & jewelry industry with a holistic ecosystem encompassing all diverse constituents and elements. He also emphasized making India the design destination of the world for fashion and jewelry, and the potential for India to become the world’s largest gem jeweler, proficient lab-grown diamond maker, impeccable design center, and technologically advanced machinery manufacturer all under one platform.

The India International Jewellery Show 2024 is a testament to the growth and potential of the Indian gem & jewelry industry, and with the introduction of “The Select CLUB” and other salient features, it is poised to become a coveted and preferred destination for luxury connoisseurs and couture jewelry buyers from around the world.