

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has invited Shri M.B. Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Large and Medium Industries, Government of Karnataka, to attend IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026 as the Chief Guest.
The prestigious jewellery exhibition will take place from 21–23 March 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru, bringing together key stakeholders from across the gem and jewellery sector.
The formal invitation was presented by Mr. Nirav Bhansali, Co-Convener – National Exhibitions, GJEPC. Also present during the meeting were Shri Selvakumar S., IAS, Principal Secretary, Department of Commerce and Industries, Government of Karnataka; Mr. Shamal Pote, Director – National Events, GJEPC; and Mr. Surya Narayanan, Regional Director – South, GJEPC.
IIJS Bharat Tritiya continues to strengthen industry engagement in South India, with strong support from state leadership and policy makers.