International Gemological Institute (IGI), the world's largest independent gem certification and appraisal institute, hosted their 7^thedition of the National Buyer-Seller Knowledge Meet which got together India’s finest jewellery craftsmen and valued jewellers under one roof – at the Goa Marriott Resort & Spa, Panaji. The event has enabled over 2000 meetings between participating manufacturers and buyers in a span of 4 days!

The Gems and Jewellery industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy and has been one of the fastest growing sectors of the country. The diamond industry is internationally recognised due to its talented craftsmen, who possess a superior ability in cutting and polishing diamonds. Talking about the IGI D'Show, Tehmasp Printer, MD, IGI, India, states, “This was the D'Show’s 7^thyear and the show has blossomed into a true networking platform for the diamond and jewellery trade.

The four days of the D'Show generates the potential for forging long-term business relationships that go way beyond a single sale transaction."

The show’s One-to-One closed door meetings format is the USP of the event that enables the manufacturers and retailers to showcase their exquisite designs and close deals.  The D'Show enables decision makers from both sides to connect on a platform to achieve common business goals.

The debut edition of the show was held in Hyderabad. With each passing year, the IGI-D show is gaining immense success and popularity amongst the jewellery manufacturer and retailer community.