GeM Launches 10-Day Celebrations Ahead of 10th Foundation Day, Unveils - 31st July 2026 - Ministry of Commerce and Industry - Gazette Notification PDF
Issued by Ministry of Commerce and Industry
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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary Government e Marketplace (GeM) has launched a 10-day celebration leading up to its 10th Foundation Day to commemorate a decade of transforming India’s digital public procurement. The initiative includes a Buyer Meet on August 5 and a Seller Roundtable on August 10, culminating in the official Foundation Day celebrations. This period also marks the start of a year-long national outreach program designed to engage stakeholders and promote transparent governance.
Key Points / Main Content
Commemorative Launches
- Official Logo: Unveiling of the GeM 10th Foundation Day logo, symbolizing a decade of building a trusted procurement ecosystem.
- Concept Film: Screening of a film detailing GeM's evolution, key milestones, and future vision for stakeholder-centric procurement.
- In-house Magazine: Launch of the latest edition of GeM Bharti, the organization's Hindi magazine.
Scheduled Events
- Buyer Meet: To be held on August 5 to engage with the purchasing community.
- Seller Roundtable: Scheduled for August 10 to discuss the seller ecosystem.
- Foundation Day: The 10-day celebrations will culminate in a final event to honor the organization’s journey and achievements.
Recognition and Outreach
- Awards: Recognition of distinguished buyers, sellers, and employees for their exemplary contributions and long-term service.
- National Outreach: Commencement of a year-long series of dialogues, special events, and collaborative platforms across India.
- Strategic Vision: Focus on the next phase of growth through technology, innovation, transparency, and inclusivity.
Impact Analysis
GeM Employees Impact Staff members are recognized for exemplary contributions and long service, and provided with a new internal communication platform via the GeM Bharti magazine. Action Required Participate in the scheduled commemorative events and the subsequent year-long series of stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Buyers Impact Distinguished buyers will receive recognition for strengthening the ecosystem and gain opportunities for direct engagement with GeM leadership. Action Required Interested or invited buyers should attend the Buyer Meet scheduled for August 5.
Sellers Impact Sellers are provided a platform to share feedback and are acknowledged for their role in the success of the digital marketplace. Action Required Relevant sellers should participate in the Seller Roundtable scheduled for August 10.
Policymakers and Industry Partners Impact These stakeholders will be integrated into collaborative platforms and dialogues over the coming year to showcase transparent and efficient governance. Action Required Engage with GeM during the upcoming year-long outreach programs and stakeholder engagement initiatives across the country.