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The natural stone industry is forecasted to grow steadily at around 4–6% CAGR through 2030, driven by residential and commercial construction, premium interiors, and urban infrastructure, with India playing a key role as a major producer and exporter. figsi.in/p/global-marke…

FIGSI Vice President Guru Shastrimath writes about the ‘Pitamaha’ of the Natural Stone sector, Sri R Veeramani. Read in the latest edition of FIGSI’s magazine. Read online: figsi.in/p/the-pitamaha…

Dr Prabhakar Sangurmath writes India has the stone, the skills, and the heritage; what it needs now is a clear vision to transform this wealth into a model of responsible global leadership. figsi.in/p/indias-ornam…

Granite industry rethinks waste, turning dust and slurry into resources for construction, agriculture, and ceramics. Article by Dedipya Singh Yadav, IIT Madras and FIGSI Vice President Dr HS Yadav, West India Granite, Gujarat. Read more: figsi.in/p/path-to-sust…

It was an honour to welcome Shri Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Hon’ble Minister of Industry and Commerce, Sports & Skill Development, Government of Rajasthan, at the FIGSI stall during Marmomac, Verona. We thank the minister for sharing his valuable time and insights with us.

The delegation discussed the challenges faced by the natural stone industry and submitted our request to reduce the GST on granite and marble from 18% to 5%. A special thanks to Shri Naresh Parikh ji for his efforts in organizing this meeting.

A FIGSI delegation led by President Shri Krishna Prasad ji, along with General Secretary Shri Manoj Kumar Singh ji and FIGSI Advisor Shri Naresh Parikh ji, had the privilege of meeting Shri Samrat Choudhary, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar & Chairman of the GST Committee

FIGSI has requested to reduce the GST on granite and marble from 18% to 5%. A special thanks to Shri C P Joshi ji, Member of Parliament, Rajasthan and Shri Naresh Parikh ji for his efforts in organizing this meeting.

A FIGSI delegation led by President Shri Krishna Prasad, along with General Secretary Shri Manoj Kumar Singh, Arun Malhotra, Vice President and FIGSI Advisor Shri Naresh Parikh, had the privilege of meeting Shri K K Bishnoi ji H’onble Minister, Rajasthan & Member GST committee.

A special thanks to Shri CP Joshi, Member of Parliament, Rajasthan, and Naresh ji Parikh, for their efforts in organizing this meeting.

The delegation discussed the challenges faced by the natural stone industry and submitted our request to reduce the GST on granite and marble from 18% to 5%.

A FIGSI delegation led by President Shri Krishna Prasad and General Secretary Shri Manoj Kumar Singh met Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State for Finance, Government of India.

Our sincere thanks to Shri C P Joshi, Member of Parliament, Rajasthan, and Naresh ji Parikh for facilitating this meeting.

The delegation apprised the Minister of the key issues concerning the natural stone industry and sought his support for the growth and sustainability of the sector. The delegation also apprised the Minister of the pending Amendments to GCDR. He promised to look into the matter.

A FIGSI delegation led by President Shri Krishna Prasad and General Secretary Shri Manoj Kumar Singh had the privilege of meeting Shri G Kishan Reddy, Hon’ble Minister of Mines and Coal, Government of India.

Read here: figsi.in/p/indias-rise-…

FIGSI Vice President Mr Om Ashoken writes about global factors businesses should keep an eye on and how they can impact the stone market going forward. figsi.in/p/shifting-glo…

This acknowledgment is a testament to FIGSI’s continued efforts in promoting excellence in skill development and industry collaboration. We consider it a proud milestone that strengthens our resolve to serve the stone sector with greater impact and purpose across the nation.

During the visit, Shri Rao expressed deep admiration for FIGSI’s state-of-the-art training infrastructure, its role in empowering youth with industry-relevant skills, and its commitment to uplifting the stone sector across India.

The Federation of Indian Granite and Stone Industry (FIGSI) is proud to share a moment of great recognition and appreciation. Hon’ble Cabinet Minister of Telangana, Shri Tummala Nageswara Rao, visited the FIGSI Center of Skill Excellence in Jaipur.