The event commenced with ribbon-cutting at the new branch by the Chief Guest Shailesh Ranka. The inauguration marked an important step in strengthening GII’s relationship with the gem and jewellery community in Pune. With state-of-the-art facilities, innovative technology, and a steadfast commitment to impartiality, GII is set to serve as a trusted partner for jewellers in Pune.

Dr. Reddy welcomed the guests and participants and explained about the flow of the programme and invited jewellers to utilize its comprehensive gem and jewellery certification services. Shailesh Ranka, M.D., Ranka Jewellers and President of Pune Jewellers Association was the Chief Guest for the inaugural function. The event began by reciting the National Anthem, followed by the ceremonial lamp-lighting by Shailesh Ranka and GII trustees Bhagvatibhai Patel, Shripalbhai Desai, Dr. AVR Redd, CEO, GII and Pradeep Patel, GJEA.

Dr. Reddy, CEO of GII, showed the Laboratory and the testing facilities of GII Pune Branch to the Chief Guest and other Guests. Shailesh Ranka enquired about the institute's latest innovation, the D-Vision Pro, a cutting-edge synthetic diamond detector machine. Its ability was demonstrated by finding out a moissanite in a ring and D Vision Pro highlights GII’s commitment to advancing technology in gem testing.

Kirti Das and team of GII worked hard to setup laboratory and Heads of the Divisions took special care to equip the lab.

Shailesh Ranka was happy to be a part of GII's significant milestone of opening its first branch in Pune. He assured the audience his support in promoting GII’s services among Pune jewellers.