Dated : February 14, 2019

India Pavilion to have at least 13 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of exquisite gems and jewellery

For the first time ever, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is organising an India Pavilion at the upcoming 16^th edition of “Qatar Show” (previously known as the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition) to be held from 20-25 February, 2019 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC).

The India Pavilion will have at least 13 exhibitors and would showcase a complete range of products, including studded jewellery with precious stones like rubies, emeralds, sapphires and pearls; handmade jewellery specifically catering to the Arab tastes and preferences; and a wide range of contemporary, and modern jewellery, with detailed craftsmanship and intricate designs inspired by European and Middle Eastern trends over the last few decades.

H.E. Mr. P. Kumaran, the Ambassador of India to Qatar, welcomed the participation of GJEPC at the upcoming Qatar Show and said that “Indian gems and jewellery sector offers high quality and technical know-how to attract the attention of Qatari buyers who appreciate exquisite craftsmanship and intricate design patterns. We know that Qatari families love to visit India for their jewellery shopping. The Qatar Show provides a unique opportunity to bring the latest trends in this sector to Doha and showcase their products in one of the most important markets in the region. We hope to see more participation by GJEPC delegation to Qatar in future.”

Mr. Pramod Kumar Agrawal, Chairman, GJEPC said,“It is the first time India is participating at this prestigious Qatar Show and we are really looking forward to presenting India with a complete range of products which would also depicts India’s unique capabilities and skills in the craftsmanship of intricate and exquisite jewellery. India’s gem & jewellery exports to Middle East accounted for US$ 10.02 billion in 2018. I am hopeful that this platform would open up new business opportunities and further strengthen the existing trade relationship with Middle East region.”

The 13 companies that are participating in the India Pavilion at Qatar Show include: L.S. Enterprises; Noor Jewels; Jagan Nath Hem Chand; Sital Dass Son; Iris Jewels; Amore jewels Pvt. Ltd.; K.K. Jewels; Lotus Gem; Shrians Jewels; Divya Jewels; AKM Mehrasons Jewellers; De'viva jewels; Champalal and Co. Jewellers.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), set up by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India in 1966, is the apex body of the gems & jewellery industry in India. Today, it represents over 6,000 exporters in the sector. With headquarters in Mumbai, the GJEPC has Regional Offices in New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Surat and Jaipur, all of which are major centres for the industry. The gems and jewellery market size is about US$ 75 billion as of 2017 and is expected to reach US$ 100 billion by 2025. It contributes 29 per cent to the global jewellery consumption.

India is one of the largest exporters of gems and jewellery and the industry is considered to play a vital role in the Indian economy as it contributes a major chunk to the total foreign reserves of the country. India exports 75 per cent of the world’s polished diamonds, as per statistics from the Gems and Jewellery Export promotion Council (GJEPC). India's Gems and Jewellery sector has been contributing in a big way to the country's foreign exchange earnings (FEEs). The Government of India has viewed the sector as a thrust area for export promotion. The Indian government presently allows 100 per cent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the sector through the automatic route.

The Indian pavilion is being mounted within the framework of the on-going ‘Qatar-India Year of Culture’ which showcases vibrant culture and art forms of India in Qatar. Indian jewellery designs are characterized by their unique and sophisticated craftsmanship, influenced by the rich history of architectural designs and elaborate art motifs. The Pavilion will be inaugurated by H.E. Mr. P. Kumaran, the Ambassador of India to Qatar. The special Indian Pavilion is expected to attract participation by prominent Qatari businessmen, experts and connoisseurs in this field. The Indian Business and Professional’s Council (IBPC) which functions under the aegis of Indian Embassy, is also organizing guided tours and B2B meeting for those visiting the Indian pavilion.