Sixth edition of KGJS 2013 receives overwhelming response in Cochin

The 6th edition of Kerala Gem and Jewellery Show (KGJS) which was held from December 7-9, 2013 at CIAL Trade Fair and Exhibition Center, Cochin received overwhelming responses. The prestigious event which showcased scintillating jewellery exhibition, knowledge sharing education seminars, and a momentous awards distribution ceremony and glamorous fashion shows. Presented by the Government of Kerala, and supported by all major trade bodies such as All Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (AKGSMA), Kerala Jewellery Federation (KJF), Dubai City of Gold, Jewellery Manufacturers Association (JMA-Kerala), and Indian Jewellers of Excellence (IJE), the event is organized by AOJ Media Pvt Ltd.                               The three-day exposition was inaugurated by K Babu, minister for fisheries, ports and excise, govt of Kerala in the presence of Dhanapalan, MP, Anwar Sadath, MLA, P C Nateshan, state general secretary, AKGSMA, Sunny Chittilapalli, chairman Dubai Gold Group, P V Vargheese, Panchayat president, P V Jose convener- KGJS 2013 and president JMA and Sumesh Wadhera, organiser-KGJS 2013 and managing director, AOJ Media. Speaking on the occasion K Babu said, 'Kerala is well known for its jewellery traditions and has thriving jewellery business. Generating huge employment opportunities, the GJ industry in Kerala has been growing and events like KGJS help to highlight the capabilities and skills of this dynamic market to the outside world.' The event also organised an award function and the fashion show which was formally inaugurated by P K Kunhalikutty, minister for industries and information technology, govt of Kerala. He said, 'KGJS is a prestigious jewellery event, the only one of its kind in Kerala showcasing Kerala’s craftsmanship and the potential of its jewellery entrepreneurs and karigars.' The new venue at CIAL also attracted more visitors generating good business and active participation from both the exhibitors and the visitors. The exhibitor profile includes manufacturers and traders of plain gold and studded jewellery, diamond jewellery, platinum jewellery, fine jewellery, loose diamonds and gems, jewellery watches, silverware and silver jewellery, machinery and equipment, technology services. Suitably timed to capture the wedding, Christmas and New Year festive season demand, the event will also have dazzling fashion show, awards night and educational trade seminars.