Following the successful organization of India Stonemart 2026, Laghu Udyog Bharati today marked an important milestone by presenting the license fee cheque payable to the Centre for Development of Stones (CDOS) to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma.
The total license fee determined for the event was ₹4,18,59,283. After deducting 2% TDS, adjusting the amount of ₹35,00,000 previously received by CDOS, and making other applicable adjustments, a cheque amounting to ₹3,76,49,804 was formally presented.
On this occasion, a delegation from Laghu Udyog Bharati paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Chief Minister and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support extended by the Rajasthan Government in ensuring the successful organization of India Stonemart 2026.
Expressing his satisfaction with the success of the event, the Hon’ble Chief Minister stated that such international exhibitions not only strengthen the state’s stone industry but also create new opportunities for exports and employment. He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting similar initiatives in the future and emphasized the importance of such events in further strengthening Rajasthan’s position on the global industrial map.
Delegation Members
- Shri Prakash Chand – All India Organisation Secretary
- Shri Naresh Pareek – National Joint General Secretary
- Shri Natwarlal Ajmera – Convener, India Stonemart and Vice President
- Shri Arun Jajodia – Treasurer
- Shri Mukul Rastogi – Chief Executive Officer (CEO), CDOS
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding the success of India Stonemart 2026, the extensive participation from the industry, and the exhibition’s significant role in providing global recognition to Rajasthan’s stone industry.