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India's jewelry industry reaches out to terror victims

December 05, 2008

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More than 500 people gathered at a jewelry industry event held over the weekend in Mumbai, India, to mourn those lost in the terrorist attack.

Mumbai, India--India's leading jewelry-industry associations are banding together to help the families of those killed or injured in the Mumbai terrorist attack last week.

The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), together with the Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai Diamond Merchant's Association and the Diamond Exporter's Association Limited, are using the industry charitable trust, the Gem and Jewellery National Relief Foundation, to collect Rs. 50 lakhs (about $5 million) for those affected by the attacks.

Speaking on behalf of the industry, GJEPC Chairman Vasant Mehta said, "I strongly condemn this cowardly act of terrorism in Mumbai and salute the brave officers who have sacrificed their lives to help us overcome this crisis. The industry's thoughts and prayers are with the families of victims; may they find the strength to overcome their monumental loss."

On Nov. 29, the industry offered condolences and prayers to the attack victims during a ceremony held at Prasad Chambers in Mumbai. More than 500 people observed a moment of silence for those lost in the attacks.

Hundreds were killed and injured in the attacks, which took place in various places around Mumbai--including a train station, two five-star hotels and a Jewish center--beginning the night of Nov. 26.
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