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The Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association has expressed serious concerns regarding recent statements discouraging gold purchases in India, highlighting the impact on livelihoods, trade, GDP, tax revenue, bullion imports, and the broader jewellery industry ecosystem.

India’s gold market is adjusting to a record import duty increase after the government raised gold import duty from 6% to 15% in May 2026. According to the World Gold Council, the move has widened domestic discounts, influenced ETF flows, increased smuggling incentives, and is expected to moderate gold demand during 2026.

Swarna Shilpa Bachao Committee (SSBC) has highlighted the growing challenges faced by India’s gems and jewellery sector due to increased import duties on precious metals and weakening demand sentiment across the market.

GJEPC has urged the Government to pursue sustainable solutions after the recent increase in gold import duty and Agri cess, highlighting the impact on MSMEs, exports, and working capital while proposing reforms to reduce import dependence and strengthen self-reliance.