Rajesh Rokde Chairman GJC, Avinash Gupta: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex body representing the Indian gem and jewellery industry, has appointed Mr. Rajesh Rokde as its new Chairman and Mr. Avinash Gupta as Vice Chairman. The announcement was made during the council’s first Board Meeting of the COA 2025–26, following the completion of COA elections in December 2024.
Mr. Rajesh Rokde, hailing from the prestigious Rokde Jewellers in Nagpur, brings a legacy of over 100 years in the jewellery industry. Representing the Large Retailers category in GJC, Mr. Rokde has been instrumental in addressing key industry challenges, including GST policies, import duties, and hallmarking regulations. His proactive leadership as Vice Chairman and Legal Committee Convener has delivered impactful results, benefiting the industry immensely.
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Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Rokde said, “I am deeply honoured to lead GJC at this pivotal moment. The Indian gem and jewellery industry is on the brink of significant transformation. Together, we will focus on sustainable growth, fostering consumer trust, and strengthening India’s position on the global stage.”
Mr. Avinash Gupta, a veteran from Hyderabad’s Mamraj Mussadilal Jewellers, assumes the Vice Chairman role. Having played a pivotal role in GJC initiatives from 2016 to 2022, Mr. Gupta has championed compliance and legal matters, including GST reforms and import duty adjustments. He has also led delegations to Shanghai, London, and Turkey to study gold exchanges, contributing to the establishment of the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX).
Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Gupta remarked, “It is a privilege to serve as GJC’s Vice Chairman. I look forward to collaborating with Mr. Rokde and the COA team to overcome industry challenges and unlock new opportunities. Our focus will be on ethical practices, technological advancements, and supporting small and medium enterprises.”
Outgoing Chairman Mr. Saiyam Mehra, who now serves as Immediate Past Chairman, shared his appreciation for the council’s accomplishments and extended his best wishes to the new leadership team.
The new GJC leadership is committed to initiatives such as skill development, promoting ‘Make in India,’ enhancing consumer transparency, and addressing concerns across the industry. With Mr. Rokde and Mr. Gupta at the helm, the council is poised to lead the Indian gem and jewellery sector into a new era of progress and innovation.
In December 2024, the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) successfully conducted its COA Elections, appointing the following members to the Committee of Administration (COA) for the 2025-26 term:
- Mr. Rajesh Rokde – Chairman & Zonal Chairman (West), Large Retailer, West Zone
- Mr. Avinash Gupta – Vice Chairman & Zonal Chairman (South), Larger Wholesaler, South Zone
- Mr. Saiyam Mehra – Immediate Past Chairman, Large Wholesaler, West Zone
- Dr. Ravi Kapoor – Zonal Chairman (North), Large Retailer, North Zone
- Mr. Sunil Poddar – Zonal Chairman (East), Medium Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
- Mr. Amit Jindal – COA Member, Medium Retailer, North Zone
- Mr. Amit Kumar Soni – COA Member, Small Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
- Mr. Ashok Kumar Jain – COA Member, Medium Retailer, South Zone
- Mr. Gurjeet Singh – COA Member, Small Retailer, North Zone
- Mr. HM Sultan Mohideen – COA Member, Small Retailer, South Zone
- Mr. Madan Kothari – COA Member, Small Manufacturer Jewellery, West Zone
- Mr. Nilesh S. Shobhawat – COA Member, Small & Medium Wholesaler, West Zone
- Mr. Ravi Prakash Agarwal – COA Member, Small Retailer, North Zone
- Mr. Rupesh Tambi – COA Member, Small & Medium Wholesaler, North Zone
- Mr. Sahil Mehra – COA Member, Medium Manufacturer Jewellery, West Zone
- Mr. Salim Daginawala – COA Member, Large Retailer, West Zone
- Mr. Samar Kumar De – COA Member, Medium Retailer, East Zone
- Mr. Siddharth Sawansukha – COA Member, Large Manufacturer Jewellery, East Zone
- Mr. Sourav Roy – COA Member, Small Retailer, East Zone
- Mr. Suyash Agrawal – COA Member, Small & Medium Manufacturer Silver Jewellery, West Zone
- Mr. Vardhaman Kothari – COA Member, Small Retailer, West Zone
This esteemed team represents diverse expertise across regions and sectors, poised to lead the industry into a new phase of growth and innovation.
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