06/10/2026
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GeMтАЩs latest initiatives showcased a collective effort to empower stakeholders and uphold integrity in procurement practices.
Here are the highlights from the latest developments and outreach initiatives.
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visited Rajasthan to engage with senior state government officials to strengthen GeM adoption and enhance procurement through the platform.
Key Highlights:
тЬЕ Shri Mahendra Mohan, Joint Secretary & State Nodal Officer, Rajasthan, and Shri Vaibhav Galeriya, IAS, Principal Secretary, Finance Department, discussed measures to further augment GeM procurement in the State. An updated mandatory procurement list covering approximately 50 categories is expected shortly.
тЬЕ Shri Vasudev Malawat, IAS, Director, Women & Child Development Department, discussed opportunities to expand procurement through GeM.
тЬЕ Shri Dinesh Agarwal, SP (Procurement), Rajasthan Police, discussed opportunities to enhance GeM adoption, including the possibility of leasing vehicles through GeM.
тЬЕ Shri Nilesh Sharma, RAS, Director (Finance), Energy Department, discussed opportunities to undertake procurement of transformers, cables and related items through GeM.
These engagements mark a step towards expanding GeM adoption and strengthening procurement through the platform across Rajasthan.
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The first State-Level Standing Committee meeting on GeM in Gujarat, chaired by Smt. Mamta Verma, IAS, brought together key stakeholders to discuss strengthening GeM adoption and public procurement across the State.
Discussions focused on expanding procurement through GeM, particularly across ULBs and Panchayats, increasing awareness of new features and functionalities, automating category creation, and strengthening support from the Nodal Department and local manpower.
The Committee will meet regularly to review progress, address operational bottlenecks and strengthen GeM operations across Gujarat.
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As part of GeMтАЩs ongoing Preventive Vigilance Campaign, GeM conducted one Vigilance Connect session for the Ministry of AYUSH and two open webinars under GeM Vigilance Insights.
The sessions focused on strengthening awareness around transparent procurement, value for money, quality in procurement and preventive vigilance practices among stakeholders.
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GeM participated in the district-wise GeM Boot Camp held in Mawkyrwat on 29th September 2026, organised by the Directorate of Commerce & Industries, Government of Meghalaya, under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme.
ЁЯПж GeM Empanels SBI as Banking Partner
GeM has empanelled State Bank of India (SBI) as a banking partner to extend the benefits of SBIтАЩs Corporate Staff Salary Package to GeM employees.
Under the empanelment, employees may open a new SBI salary account or convert an existing SBI savings account into a salary account, enabling access to the associated banking benefits and financial services.
The association further strengthens GeMтАЩs focus on employee welfare and enhancing the employee experience.
