GGJS 2026 Wraps Up With Strong Trade Turnout and Emphasis on Emerging Jewellery Leaders
The 16th edition of the Gujarat Gold Jewellery Show (GGJS 2026), jointly organised by GGJS and the Gold Ornaments Jewellers Wholesalers Association (GOWJA), concluded successfully after three days of business activity at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The exhibition further strengthened its reputation as a key national B2B platform for jewellery sourcing, business networking, design innovation and industry collaboration.
Led by GOWJA President Hiteshbhai Soni, Vice President Akshaybhai Mehta and the organising committee, GGJS 2026 witnessed significant trade visitor participation, substantial bulk orders and strong representation from jewellers, manufacturers, wholesalers and retail buyers from across India.
The exhibition continued to create opportunities for businesses to explore new markets, establish commercial partnerships and discover emerging jewellery trends. A key focus of this edition was encouraging the participation of young jewellers and supporting the ambitions of the next generation of industry entrepreneurs.
Industry Leaders Inaugurate GGJS 2026
The inauguration ceremony was attended by several prominent personalities from the jewellery industry. Guests of Honour included boCHE (Dr. Boby Chemmanur) of Chemmanur International Jewellers, A.B.S. Sanjjay of AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellers, Pramod Dugar of India Gem & Jewellery Creation, Anil Kataria of DP Abhushan Ltd and Ajay Talla of Talla Jewellers.
Special guests included Surendra Mehta, National Secretary of IBJA; Ankit Vaidya, Founder and CEO of Jewel Partner; Dharmendra Soni, Past President of GOWJA; and Shampatlal Jain, President of Shree Manekchowk Sona Chandi Dagina Jewellers Association. Other dignitaries and jewellery industry leaders also attended the ceremony, alongside GOWJA President Hitesh Soni, Vice President Akshay Mehta and members of the association’s committee.
J20 Summit Puts the Spotlight on Young Jewellers
Day 1 featured the Young Jewellers Summit (J20), an initiative dedicated to developing future industry leaders. The summit aimed to support young entrepreneurs seeking to expand new ventures or modernise established family businesses, offering practical perspectives on contemporary retailing, technology adoption and sustainable business development.
Two key panel discussions formed the core of the summit:
- The New Rules of Jewellery Growth: Explored strategies for business expansion, digital growth and adapting to changing consumer preferences.
- Building a Business That Can Outlive You: Examined succession planning, preserving business legacies, professional management practices and technology-led transformation.
The discussions highlighted the importance of combining traditional industry knowledge with modern business strategies to build resilient, future-ready jewellery enterprises.
Day 2 Drives Business Activity and Bulk Orders
The second day recorded strong commercial activity, attracting thousands of regional wholesalers, premium retail buyers and trade delegates to the exhibition. Participating companies showcased diverse jewellery collections, ranging from contemporary lightweight everyday designs to elaborate bridal pieces and traditional heavy jewellery.
Major highlights included:
- Robust B2B transactions: Buyers from across India placed substantial bulk orders, indicating encouraging demand ahead of the upcoming festive and wedding seasons.
- Efficient exhibition management: Improved visitor hospitality and streamlined floor operations supported smoother business discussions, negotiations and deal-making.
- Industry knowledge sessions: Seminars and guided walkthroughs covered BIS hallmarking requirements, sustainable trade practices and the use of AI-powered inventory management solutions.
These activities provided exhibitors and buyers with opportunities to strengthen existing relationships, explore new product categories and identify emerging business prospects.
Strengthening the Future of India’s Jewellery Industry
GGJS 2026 concluded on a positive note, delivering valuable business opportunities and fostering stronger connections across the jewellery trade. By bringing together traditional craftsmanship, evolving consumer demands and modern enterprise practices, the exhibition reinforced its role in supporting the industry’s continued development.
From promoting entrepreneurship through the J20 Summit to facilitating large-scale trade transactions, the 16th edition highlighted the resilience, adaptability and growth potential of India’s jewellery sector. Its emphasis on next-generation leadership, technological advancement and long-term partnerships also underscored the importance of innovation in shaping the industry’s future.