The exhibition is organised with the main sponsorship of the National Gem and Jewellery Authority and sponsorships from industry leaders with the intentions to educate the public including students and enthusiasts in the science of gemmology and also to create interest about gems.

The trading section of the jewels exhibition comprises of 40 booths, covering gems and jewellery, equipment, tools, training institutions and other aspects of the industry.

A competition has also been organised along with the exhibition to bring about the expertise and talents of those involved in the industry and allow them to find better buyers for their products.

It will also give the opportunity for the public to view exceptional creations. The competition comprises of five segments such as Best Gemstone, Best Crystal, Best fashioned gemstone, Best gem studded Jewellery item and Best photograph of Gemmological interest.

The GASL has been organising the Gem and Jewellery Exhibition since 2007. Gem and Jewellery Authority Chairman Amitha Gamage also participated.
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