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Artur Salyakayev: For me, happiness is freedom to make my ideas happen and create valuable products

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Vladimir Pilyushin: The jewelry market is not stand-alone and moves by the same laws as other markets

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GJC unveils the limited edition silver coin to commemorate ‘Amrit Mahotsav’ at IJSF

15 august 2023

All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), announced the first of its kind India Jewellery Shopping Festival (IJSF) that will be held in 300 cities across the country from 12th October to 17th November.

The nationwide shopping festival is expected to witness participation from over 5000 of jewellery retailers, and distributors and will help boost the overall business sentiment across the industry.

The festival will offer benefits to both the B2B and the B2C segments wherein Business owners can be a part of the festival by paying an enrolment fee and choosing from one of the several subscription plans that are available to them.

The scheme for the B2B segment will run from 1st June to 31st October. Also, a ‘Limited Edition of Silver Coin’ will be unveiled commemorating ‘The Amrit Mahotsav’ marking India’s Independence at the event.

Saiyam Mehra, Chairman, Chairman GJC, said: "The Gem and Jewellery Council guarantees significant income prospects by expecting the full value chain's involvement in this event. The event promotes industrial and incentivizes customers. Furthermore, by promoting the engagement of recognized jewellers with established business models, it fosters professionalism and adherence to best business practices.”

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough & Polished