The Select Club is a new addition to the show, with a premium section dedicated to high-end couture jewellery
Bengaluru: The third edition of B2B jewellery show IIJS Tritiya, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), opened at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) with 1,100+ exhibitors from 50 cities across India showcasing their products in 1,900 stalls, spread across three expansive halls. This year’s show sees a significant increase in participation, with 500 new companies joining it. The Select Club is a new addition to the show, with a premium section dedicated to high-end couture jewellery.
More tech-focussed than ever before, the show runs from March 21 to March 24, 2025, and expects to draw 15000+ retailers from 500 cities across India and 300+ international buyers who are already registered for IIJS Tritiya 2025.
A key highlight of IIJS Tritiya 2025 is the show’s theme – ‘Classical Indian Dance Forms: Rhythms of India’, adding a rich cultural essence to the exhibition. The ‘Jewels in Motion’ segment will showcase exquisite jewellery creations by IIJS Tritiya exhibitors, inspired by India’s diverse classical dance forms under the Brilliant Bharat theme.
M.B. Patil, Minister for Large & Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, Government of Karnataka, inaugurated IIJS Tritiya 2025 along with BA Ramesh, Joint Managing Director, Thangamayil Jewellery Ltd; A.B.S. Sanjjay, Managing Director, AVR Swarnamahal Jewellery Ltd.; Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC; Nirav Bhansali, Convener, National Exhibitions, GJEPC; Mahendra Kumar Tayal, Regional Chairman (South), GJEPC; Chetan Kumar Mehta, President- Jewellers’ Association Bengaluru, and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC along with others.
“Karnataka is proud to host IIJS Tritiya 2025, showcasing India’s exceptional craftsmanship and creativity in the gem and jewellery sector. I’m pleased to propose allocating land near Bengaluru’s international airport for a dedicated mega jewellery park,” M.B. Patil, Minister for Large & Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, Government of Karnataka, said.
In his welcome address, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “IIJS Tritiya’s rapid growth reflects the industry’s drive and the strong demand for innovative, high-quality jewellery. With expanding FTAs and proactive government support, we’re confident of reaching our ambitious export target of $70 billion by 2030.”
A.B.S. Sanjjay, MD, AVR Swarna Mahal Jewelry Ltd., said, “IIJS has always been a significant platform for collaboration, innovation and showcasing the craftsmanship of our artisans. With each edition, it grows stronger, attracting more participants and inspiring the next generation of jewellery entrepreneurs. I believe this year’s event will be a resounding success.”
Nirav Bhansali, Convener – National Exhibitions, GJEPC, who played a key role in orchestrating the event, remarked, “It is truly a moment of pride to witness how IIJS Tritiya has grown over the past three years. This year’s phenomenal response reflects the industry’s confidence in this growing platform. Looking ahead, we aim to make IIJS Tritiya even bigger and better, strengthening its role as a premier export-focused platform connecting Indian jewellers with the world.”
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Chetan Mehta, President- Jewellers’ Association Bengaluru, stated, “All Karnataka-based associations are proud to support this growing show IIJS Tritiya. Despite rising gold prices, I urge everyone to keep buying — prices will likely rise further. With the new financial year and lakhs of weddings approaching, there will be strong demand for gold, silver, and diamond jewellery. GJEPC’s efforts to uplift our industry are commendable, and we stand with them in making our sector bigger and better.”
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