GJEPC Announces Mr. Kirit Bhansali as Chairman, Mr. Shaunak Parikh as Vice Chairman and new Committee of Administration

National, 18th February, 2025: Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the country’s apex nodal trade body, announced the appointment of Mr. Kirit Bhansali as Chairman; Mr. Shaunak Parikh as Vice Chairman and announced the constitution of new Committee of Administration (COA) after the completion of the COA Election 2024.

Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “Our vision is to drive transformative growth for India’s gem and jewellery industry through strategic initiatives, innovative projects, and collaborative efforts. From advancing flagship projects like the India Jewellery Park in Mumbai and the Gem Bourse in Jaipur to expanding our global footprint with initiatives like Saudijex in Saudi Arabia and IJEX Dubai, we aim to position India as a global leader in technology, design, and manufacturing. Together, we will strive to achieve the ambitious export target of USD 100 billion by 2047, aligning with our Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of a Viksit Bharat.”

Bhansali further added, "We aim to sustain India’s global leadership, capitalize on domestic market potential, and advocate for favorable policies while continuing to support our artisans. To boost exports from the sector and support India’s economic growth, GJEPC has identified 17 key clusters based on their size, potential, and strategic location. By nurturing these clusters, we aim to develop them into thriving export hubs."

Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, said, “I sincerely thank all the industry members for entrusting me with this responsibility and giving me the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our remarkable gem and jewellery sector. This is a crucial time for the industry, and the challenges before us demand bold vision and decisive action. It is imperative to focus on category promotion across all verticals, infrastructure development, skill enhancement, and adopting global standards to ensure our industry remains competitive on the world stage. The Council will continue to collaborate closely with the government to shape policies that not only drive growth but also address the pressing concerns of our exporters in an ever-evolving global market."

List of CoA Member(s) 2024

Sr. No

Name of the Directors

Designation

1

Kirit Bhansali

Chairperson

2

Shaunak Parikh

Vice-Chairperson

3

Smt. Khushboo Ranawat

Regional Chairperson – Western Region

4

Pankaj Parekh

Regional Chairperson – Eastern Region

5

Antar Pal Singh

Regional Chairperson – Northern Region

6

Jayantibhai N. Savaliya

Regional Chairperson – Gujarat Region

7

Mahendra Kumar Tayal

Regional Chairperson – Southern Region

8

Ajesh Mehta

CoA Member

9

Nirav Bhansali

CoA Member

10

Nilesh Kothari

CoA Member

11

Anil Virani

CoA Member

12

Pankaj Shah

CoA Member

13

Anil Sankhwal

CoA Member

14

Smit Patel

CoA Member

15

Krishna Behari Goyal

CoA Member

16

Manish Jiwani

CoA Member

17

Anoop Mehta

CoA Member

18

Ashish Borda

CoA Member

19

Dwarka Prasad Khandelwal

CoA Member

20

K. Srinivasan

CoA Member

21

Mansukhlal Kothari

CoA Member

22

Shri Siddharth Mahajan - Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India

Govt. Nominee Director

Profiles of Chairman and Vice Chairman

Mr. Kirit A. Bhansali, Chairman, GJPEC

Mr. Kirit A. Bhansali, is a well-known personality in the Indian diamond and jewellery industry. He is a partner in Smital Gems, a leading diamond manufacturing company based in Mumbai. With his extensive experience in the field, he has played a significant role in promoting and developing the Indian gem and jewellery industry. He is the Chairman of India Jewellery Park Mumbai (IJPM) and is a Committee Member of the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB). In the past he has also served as the chairman of the Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery (IIGJ). Apart from his business activities, Mr. Bhansali is actively involved in various socio-political and educational initiatives. Through his leadership and vision, Mr. Bhansali has contributed significantly to the growth and development of the Indian diamond and jewellery industry.

Mr. Shaunak Jitendra Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC

Mr. Shaunak Jitendra Parikh is 3rd generation entrepreneur and is one of the Directors of Mahendra Brothers Group of Companies who are into business of the manufacturing and marketing of diamonds and diamond jewellery. Mr. Parikh holds a degree of Bachelors of Commerce from University of Mumbai and has more than 30 years of experience in the industry. After successfully establishing manufacturing and marketing of diamond jewellery for over a decade, Mr. Parikh took charge of Group’s finances about 15 years back. He simultaneously completed an executive diploma in corporate finance from London Business School. A people’s man, and with a flair for creativity, he plays a vital role in running company’s overall business, group strategic planning & decision making, managing group finances and new business opportunities. Shaunak Parikh has previously held several key positions in GJEPC, including serving as the Convener of the Banking, Insurance, and Taxation Committee, as well as the Convener of International Exhibitions.