Amritsar Airport is now an authorized export point for gold, silver, and platinum jewellery. The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council advocated for this change to promote regional growth. This will benefit businesses in Punjab by simplifying export processes. The move is expected to boost exports, especially to markets like Dubai where demand for Indian jewellery is high.

The Amritsar Airport has officially been declared an authorized export point for gold, silver, and platinum jewellery by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). The Economic Times+2TaxGuru+2

This came via a public notice dated 13 November 2024, amending the export-policy framework under the “Handbook of Procedures 2023.” 

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has declared Amritsar Airport as an authorised export point for gold, silver, and platinum jewellery from India. Mostly meenakari and jadau jewellery are exported from Amritsar to the global markets.

The inclusion of Amritsar Airport comes after persistent efforts by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), which has been advocating for streamlining export procedures and promoting regional growth

The move simplifies the export process for jewellers based in Punjab and neighbouring regions, who previously had to route shipments through customs hubs in cities like Delhi — a time-consuming and costly detour. 

As the airport is now “on the list,” exporters can ship via air freight directly from Amritsar — helping speed up shipments and reducing logistical hassles. 

This is particularly relevant for artisan-heavy jewellery industries in the region, like traditional “meenakari” and “jadau” jewellery, which often cater to overseas markets (e.g. Gulf countries).

Boost in regional jewellery exports — Simplified export route can lead to higher export volumes from Punjab and nearby areas.

Improved competitiveness for artisans — Lower transportation costs + faster clearance may help them compete better internationally.

Enhanced supply-chain efficiency — Exporters can manage shorter lead-times, which helps satisfy global demand more reliably.

The upgrade aligns with ongoing efforts by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) to decentralize export infrastructure beyond traditional hubs, thereby promoting growth in smaller centres. The Economic Times+1

It also potentially dovetails with increased demand for Indian jewellery abroad (e.g. in Gulf markets), especially traditional designs, which may see a boost now that export logistics are smoother.