Mumbai: The
Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in association with the
Gemological Institute of America (GIA), organised a specialised training
programme for newly appointed Customs Officers as part of its ongoing
knowledge-sharing initiatives
Conducted from 2 to 9 March 2026, the
programme focused on building practical and technical understanding of cut and
polished diamonds, as well as coloured gemstones. The training aimed to
familiarise officers with identification techniques, along with key trade
processes and operational practices within the gem and jewellery industry.
A total of 16 Customs Officers participated
in the programme, which concluded on 9 March 2026.
The training also included an overview
session conducted by Mithlesh Pandey, along with Siddhesh Mohite, on the
Kimberley Process (KP). The session covered the regulatory framework governing
the import and export of rough diamonds, highlighting the role of the Kimberley
Process in ensuring traceability and promoting responsible trade practices.
