All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) is pleased to announce that Rajesh Rokde has been elected as the new Chairman and Avinash Gupta the new Vice Chairman of the council. This is confirmed during the council's first Board Meeting of the COA 2025 – 26 post completion of their COA elections held in December 2024.

Rajesh Rokde, Chairman GJC, stated, “I am deeply honoured to take on the responsibility of leading GJC at this pivotal time. The Indian gem and jewellery industry stands at the cusp of transformation, and it is our mission to work collectively towards sustainable growth, increased consumer trust, and greater recognition on the global stage. I look forward to collaborating with industry stakeholders to achieve our shared vision.”

Expressing his gratitude, Avinash Gupta said, “It is a privilege to serve as the Vice Chairman of GJC. Together with Rokde and our dedicated COA team, I am confident that we can address the challenges faced by the industry and pave the way for new opportunities. Our focus will remain on driving ethical practices, embracing technological advancements, and ensuring the growth of small and medium enterprises in this sector.”

The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council is committed to its role as a catalyst for growth and a unifying voice for the industry. Under the able leadership of Rajesh Rokde and Avinash Gupta, GJC is poised to usher in a new era of progress and innovation.

In December 2024, GJC successfully conducted their COA Elections, wherein the members of the GJC Committee of Administration (COA) for the term 2025-26 are as follows:

1) Mr. Rajesh Rokde (Chairman & Zonal Chairman - West) - Large Retailer, West Zone
2) Mr. Avinash Gupta (Vice Chairman & Zonal Chairman - South) – Larger Wholesaler, South Zone
3) Mr. Saiyam Mehra (Immediate Past Chairman) - Large Wholesaler, West Zone
4) Dr. Ravi Kapoor (Zonal Chairman - North) - Large Retailer, North Zone
5) Mr. Sunil Poddar (Zonal Chairman - East) - Medium Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
6) Mr. Amit Jindal (COA Member) - Medium Retailer, North Zone
7) Mr. Amit Kumar Soni (COA Member) - Small Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
8) Mr. Ashok Kumar Jain (COA Member) - Medium Retailer, South Zone
9) Mr. Gurjeet Singh (COA Member) - Small Retailer, North Zone
10) Mr. HM Sultan Mohideen (COA Member) - Small Retailer, South Zone
11) Mr. Madan Kothari (COA Member) - Small Manufacturer Jewellery, West Zone
12) Mr. Nilesh S. Shobhawat (COA Member) - Small & Medium Wholesaler, West Zone
13) Mr. Ravi Prakash Agarwal (COA Member) - Small Retailer, North Zone
14) Mr. Rupesh Tambi (COA Member) - Small & Medium Wholesaler, North Zone
15) Mr. Sahil Mehra (COA Member) - Medium Manufacturer Jewellery, West Zone
16) Mr. Salim Daginawala (COA Member) - Large Retailer, West Zone
17) Mr. Samar Kumar De (COA Member) - Medium Retailer, East Zone
18) Mr. Siddharth Sawansukha (COA Member) - Large Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
19) Mr. Sourav Roy (COA Member) - Small Retailer, East Zone
20) Mr. Suyash Agrawal (COA Member) - Small & Medium Manufacturer Silver Jewellery, West Zone
21) Mr. Vardhaman Kothari (COA Member) – Small Retailer, West Zone.

Courtesy: AOJ Desk News