“GJEPC, the apex body of gems and jewellery trade in India has decided to contribute Rs. 21 Crore to PM-CARES Fund, pledging its commitment on behalf of the entire gem and jewellery trade in India for the welfare of the nation,” Pramod Agrawal, Chairman GJEPC, said in a press statement released on April 1.  

Nation is facing an unprecedented crisis and needs the service of organisations and their resources like never before. In such times, the Council steps forward to show its solidarity and ardent support towards all the initiatives undertaken by Govt of India to Fight Covid 19

Under the strong and able leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Govt of India has initiated proactively every possible measure to contain the spread of Covid-19 in the country. GJEPC’s contribution towards PM-CARES fund can make a difference to several initiatives undertaken by the Govt. towards relief of Covid 19 patients. 

The economic situation of the country and that of several industries has taken a severe beating. GJEPC has also called upon its members, trade associates, gems and jewellery associations to come forward and donate generously to the PM-CARES Fund.