Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 9: To mark the 25th anniversary of hallmarking of gold in India, a Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS) organized by All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), was concluded today.
The show was graced by Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Minister of New & Renewable Energy.
Addressing the gathering, Pralhad Joshi applauded the efforts of jewellers in adopting hallmarking, which has played a crucial role in protecting consumer interests while strengthening India’s position as a trusted market for gold jewellery.
He highlighted the Government’s commitment to further streamlining hallmarking regulations to make compliance easier for jewellers and beneficial for consumers.
Joshi remarked, “Indian Gems & Jewellery industry has been a cornerstone of our nation’s heritage and will continue to drive the economic progress. There are 650 + owned and accredited Laboratories of BIS, and it has reached every corner of the nation to focus in ensuring quality products are given to the consumers. It is imperative that we develop the system to ensure there are no misuses of HUID and collectively with joint efforts from all stakeholders, we also focus on increasing the Assaying Hallmarking Centres (AHC) across India.”
Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC, remarked, “It is with immense pride and gratitude that we welcome Pralhad Joshi, to this grand occasion. Your presence reflects the Government’s continued support for our industry, and we deeply thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to join us.We, as an industry, take immense pride in our transparency and the legacy of trust that our gold, vouched for by generations, represents.”
Prominent jewellers and trade representatives took the stage to celebrate the success of hallmarking, reflecting on how the initiative has safeguarded buyers and boosted India’s exports in the global jewellery market.
The event saw participation from leading jewellers, industry stakeholders and international visitors, making it a highly successful gathering.
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