D. Purandeswari inaugurates 6th Edition of Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl and Gem Fair (HJF)

6th Edition of Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl and Gem Fair inaugurated at Hitex Exhibition Centre

• Dr. Daggubati Purandeswari, Union minister of state for commerce and industry, inaugurated the 6th edition of Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl and Gem Fair • Over 125 exhibitors showcased exclusive Diamond and Gold Jewellery at HJF 2013

Hyderabad, June 7, 2013: Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl and Gem Fair (HJF), organized by UBM India, a part of UBM plc and the leading global media business company, was kick-started today at the Hyderabad's HITEX exhibition centre in Hall No. 1 & 3. Union minister of state for commerce and industry Dr. Daggubati Purandeswari inaugurated the 6th edition of Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl and Gem Fair in presence of Joji George, Managing Director, UBM India and other dignitaries from the jewellery trade.

The three day HJF fair starting from 7th to 9th June is one of the biggest gems & jewellery B2B exhibition and over 125 jewellery manufacturers, wholesellers, retailers, importers, exporters, diamond and gemstone suppliers and representatives from trade and governmental organizations, participated in this year's exhibition.

HJF 2013 is a gateway to the Indian jewellery market and provides an excellent platform for buyers and suppliers to connect, network, exchange ideas, discover upcoming trends and generate business opportunities. At the three day fair, the exhibitors will present a wide spectrum of merchandise including diamonds, pearls, gemstones, exquisite gold jewellery, latest machinery and equipments used in the manufacturing process and other related product and services.

Speaking on the occasion of the inauguration of HJF, Mr. Joji George, Managing Director, UBM India, said, "This year we are celebrating the 6th edition of Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl and Gem Fair and over the years, the exhibition is growing and becoming even more stronger offering excellent business opportunities for all traders and participants"

"I take this opportunity to thank each of the associations and exhibitors for their persistent support and will continue to work in close partnership with them to enhance the results for the ever growing jewellery industry in the country" he further added.

A few notable exhibitors participating in this year's fair include: Emerald from Coimbatore, Krizz from Chennai, Peeyar manufacturers, Sanghi Jewellers, P Mangatram from Hyderabad, Hari Krishna Exports, Mukti Gold and Shanti Gold from Mumbai among other prominent players in the industry.

Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl and Gem Fair 2013 is supported by key jewellery associations from across South India including: AP Gold Silver & Diamond Merchant Association, Secunderabad Jewellers Association, Narsaraopet Jewellers Association, East Godavri Jewellers Association & West Goadavri Jewellers Association, Guntur Jewellers Association. The Fair has seen participants from Warangal, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Nellore, Nizamabad and other district, towns and cities of South India.

Following its debut in 2008, the 5th edition of the HJF in 2012 created the right business opportunities for the industry and the fair attracted exhibitors from domestic and International markets with resounding result. The fair drew large number of buyers and sellers for the three day fair and looking at the immense popularity of the event, this year's visitor attendance is expected to cross over 5000. For more information and to register please visit www.jewelleryfair.in.

About UBM India
UBM India is a part of UBM plc which is a leading global business media company. UBM is the platform that brings the world's buyers and sellers together at events, online, and in print, providing them with the information they need to do business successfully. The focus is on serving professional commercial communities, from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewellery traders, from farmers to pharmacists, around the world. For further details please visit the UBM India website, www.ubmindia.in.

With staff of 6,000 specialists in more than 30 countries, UBM has spread over 300 countries & regions and has more than 6,878 exhibitors & 1,38,133 visitors participate and visit these jewellery fairs. For details regarding UBM India's jewellery exhibition portfolio, please visit www.jewelleryfair.in