Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has organized the 2025 Artisan Awards. It presents the following theme for designers to create, play & push the limits of design:

Indian jewellery craft techniques have long been revered for their intricacy, cultural significance, and timeless beauty. In the global contemporary jewellery landscape, these techniques are being revived and reimagined by designers both in India and abroad, highlighting the versatility of these crafts across ages and regions. By blending traditional techniques with contemporary designs, these designers are not only preserving ancient crafts but also ensuring their relevance in today’s world. Additionally, symbolic traditional Indian jewellery is being adapted to meet the preferences of younger women. This fusion of old and new creates jewellery that is both rooted in heritage and forward-looking, appealing to a diverse and evolving audience.

Select a traditional Indian jewellery technique or significant cultural piece and reimagine it in a modern context. Design a piece that not only honours the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship but also speaks to the current trends and cultural climate of the global jewellery world. Consider creating unique silhouettes and incorporating contemporary materials or design philosophies while retaining the essence of the traditional technique / original values.

Examples of Traditional Craft Techniques

Kundan, Meenakari enamelling, Jadau, Filigree, Jali work, Thewa, Micro-pearl weaving

Examples of Symbolic Traditional Indian Jewellery

Mangalsutra, Temple Jewellery, Navaratna, Guttapusalu necklace, Haath Phool, Kaliganth, Satlada, Pankhi Haar, Guluband.

Create, play, and push your limits of creativity in the new design challenge with the Theme Indian Crafts Reimaged where symbolic Indian traditions and crafts are reimagined.

Get ready to shine bright at the most coveted jewellery design awards. Register TODAY. To participate, visit https://theartisanawards.com/