Informa Markets in India (formerly known as UBM India), the organisers of Delhi Jewellery Gem Fair (DJGF) and Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl & Gem Fair (HJF), expanded into the combined North and Eastern region with the launch of ‘Jewellery Connect Patna’. The 1st edition of the exhibition which was held from 24th to 26th April 2022 at Gyan Bhawan, Patna, Bihar was supported by prominent jewellery associations such as AIJGF (All India Jewellers & Goldsmith Federation) and Patliputra Sarrafa Sangh.
The exhibition was graced by the presence of Shri Awadesh Narain Singh, Chairman of Legislative Council, Bihar; Shri Tarkishore Prasadji, Dy CM & Finance Minister, Government of Bihar; Mr. Syed Shahnawaz Hussain, Industry Minister Bihar Government; Mr. Jama Khan – Minister of Minority Welfare, Government of Bihar; Shri Pramod Kumar Gupta, Honourable Minister of Law and Sugercane Industries, Government of Bihar; Shri Ravishankar Prasad, MP Patna Saheb; Shree Ramkripal Yadav – Member Of Parliament; Shree. Chotu Singh – Sr. Leader; Mr. Pankaj Arora – President AIJGF; Mr. Ashok Verma – President Bihar AIJGF; Mr. Binod Verma – President Patliputra Association; Mr. Yogesh Mudras – Managing Director, Informa Markets India and Ms. Pallavi Mehra – Group Director, Informa Markets India amongst an august gathering.
The three-day Jewellery Connect Patna exhibited the finest jewellery and an exclusive artisans’ collection by bringing in the topmost jewellers, import & export merchants and industry associations. The expo showcased 150+ traditional, modern and innovative designer brands. Over 60 top exhibitors participated, showcasing Gold, Diamond, Silver, Pearl, Semi-Finished Products, Gemstones & Timepieces Manufacturers, Equipment, Supplies, Software & Technologies, precious metal and jewellery mounting traders, packaging and display, hallmarkers. It had representatives from trade and government bodies. The show had participation from Indian cities such as Patna, Mumbai, Kolkata, Rajkot, and Delhi and congregated the jewellery community from Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, West Bengal, UP and Nepal.
Speaking on the launch of the 1st edition of Jewellery Connect Patna, the much-awaited expo for the North and East India sectors, Mr Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, said, “We are excited to be back in the strength of the North and East sectors, this time in Bihar, one of the most untapped and promising markets for the jewellery community. The Indian Gems and Jewellery sector, the largest globally, contributing around 29% to global jewellery consumption and one of the leading contributors to the national economy, needs significant reforms and support. Thankfully, the Union Budget 2022-2023 included positive measures such as reducing customs duty on cut and polished diamonds and gemstones to 5% and an extension of ECLGS for MSMEs that will help the industry’s overall growth in the coming year. With our legacy of successful expos in the North and South, we aim to facilitate the buyer and seller community in Bihar and the neighbouring states to build quality business relationships on a Pan-India scale. This expansion will be a step towards supporting and amplifying jewellery trade and introduce trends from different parts of the country in the North and East India cluster.”
Speaking on the association with Informa Markets in India at the Jewellery Connect Patna, Ashok Kumar Verma, Bihar President, AIJGF, congratulated Informa Markets to launch the Exclusive B2B Jewellery Show in Patna, Bihar. “Jewellery Connect Patna was a compelling show in terms of the latest trends, eye-catching Designs and lucrative business opportunities. It aimed at fulfilling your all-season Jewellery purchase needs at one go from top manufacturers of the industry. We are proudly associated with Informa Markets in India.”
Adding to this, Binod Kumar, President, Patliputra Sarafa Sangh, Bihar, said, “Our association with Informa Markets in India has forged new avenues for the jewellers of Bihar and opened markets to greater business opportunities. Informa Markets in India’s reputation precedes itself & is synonymous with the highest level of professionalism and quality in B2B jewellery exhibitions. With successful shows like Delhi and Hyderabad Jewellery & Gem Fair, Informa Markets in India has always paved the way.”
Jewellery Connect Patna 2022 was amply supported by its AllSecure & Travel Safety Guidelines – a safety standard initiative by Informa for its exhibitors, attendees, visitors, speakers or sponsors, and customers coming to the event.
