Gems export promotion council to set three training centres in state

This endeavour will be accomplished by utilising various incentive and subsidy schemes available with the Gujarat government and will facilitate in imparting training to the manpower available in Gujarat that will help them get employment in the local industry,it said.

The GIA agreement lays out the framework for content and curriculum management in these institutes. The GIA will develop courses and curriculum,customised to the needs of the Indian gems and jewellery sector and provide its educational experience in the operational management of these institutes.

As another value-add,students completing courses from GJEPCs institutes will get the opportunity to pursue further studies at the GIA,at concessional rates. Both these agreements will have far-reaching impact on the sector,said GJEPC chairman Vasant Mehta.

These institutes will facilitate the spread of education and training across the country,thereby “enhancing the skill-sets of our manpower and empowering them for better career opportunities within the sector”,Mehta said.

GJEPC is an all-India apex body for gems and jewellery representing 5,500 members. It operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.