Mumbai witnessed 13th IIGJ convocation
On 19th October 2019, Indian Institute of Gem and Jewellery (IIGJ) Mumbai witnessed a landmark celebration for its 13th Convocation Ceremony for the award of Degree in Bachelor of Arts (Gems & Jewellery) 2019 along with parents, students and esteemed guests.
The Institute acknowledged the success and achievement of the graduating students for their sustained hard work, perseverance and dedication by awarding them trophies and certificated for their performance at Bharat Diamond Bourse in Mumbai. The Convocation ceremony captured the essence of nostalgia and will be fondly remember by the outgoing batch of class of 2019.
Chief guest Mr. K. Srinivasan, Managing Director – Emerald Jewel Industry India Ltd, Guest of honor Mr. Alkesh Shah, Vice Chairman – Gold Star Jewellery Pvt. Ltd, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman IIGJ, Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director GJEPC, Mr. Anoop Mehta, President BDB, Mr. Mehul Shah, Vice President BDB, Mr. Praveen Shankar Pandya, Former Chairman GJEPC, Board of Directors of IIGJ - Mr. Sanjay Kothari, Mrs. Namita Pandya, Mr. Mansukh Kothari, Mr. Shishir Nevatia, Mr. Ashok Gajera, Mr. Nirmal Kumar Barmecha and Head of the Institute Mr. Sanjoy Ghosh graced the occasion.
The 13thconvocation ceremony 2019 commenced with the traditional auspicious lamp lighting ceremony by the dignitaries with Saraswati Vandana.
Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman IIGJ Mumbai extended his warm welcome those present and formally dedicated 38 highly qualified graduates to the Gem and Jewellery industry. He also congratulated the students for achieving this milestone by their consistent hard work and dedication.
Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman IIGJ Mumbai felicitated chief guest Mr. K. Srinivasan, Managing Director Emerald Jewel Industry India Ltd by presenting a bouquet of flowers and a memento. Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director GJEPC felicitated Guest of Honor Mr. Alkesh Shah, Vice Chairman Gold Star Jewellery Pvt. Ltd with bouquet of flowers and a memento.
Mrs. Namita Pandya, Director IIGJ Mumbai felicitated Mr. Anoop Mehta, BDB President for his kind presence at the ceremony. Guest of honor Mr. Alkesh Shah, Vice Chairman Gold Star Jewellery Pvt. Ltd endowed young pupils with his words of wisdom and experience which made students feel extremely privileged and honored to be a part of the Institute.
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The IIGJ Chairman’s Trophy 2019 was awarded to Ms. Swati Mour. Ms. Jayati Thakkar was declared the first runner up and Mr. Shlok Jain was announced as the second runner up for the consistent performance & excellence during their 3 year degree programme.
Mr. K. Srinivasan, Managing Director Emerald Jewel Industry India Ltd. Encouraged and made the students aware about the growing competition in the industry. His presence on this occasion was a source of great inspiration to the students and it would surely benefit our students to go a long way in paving their distinguished career in the Jewellery industry.
The inspirational speech and vote of thanks was delivered by Mr. Sanjoy Ghosh – Head of the Institute. The Convocation Ceremony 2019 will forever be etched as the IIGJ family and guest enjoyed a lavish lunch hosted to mark this spectacular milestone in IIGJ’s history.
