Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) hosted the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Roadshow on 21st November, bringing together international experts and industry professionals for focused discussions on responsible, transparent, and future-ready practices in the diamond and jewellery sector.

Led by Dave Meleski, Chairman, RJC, the programme featured presentations by Suzanne Brooks, General Manager – Standards, and Andreea Cojanu-Davidoiu, General Manager – Quality & Compliance Assurance, along with Kinjal Shah, Head of Asian Development, RJC. Their sessions outlined updated RJC standards, assurance frameworks, certification processes, and the rising importance of ESG principles across the global supply chain.

About 75 diamantaires, compliance specialists, and sustainability professionals participated, engaging in meaningful dialogue on responsible sourcing, risk management, and international compliance benchmarks.

Anoop Mehta, President, BDB, said: “Collaborations with organisations like the RJC help guide the industry toward stronger ethical, transparent, and responsible practices. BDB is committed to supporting these efforts and ensuring our members remain aligned with global standards.”

Mehul Shah, Vice President, BDB, added: “The discussions at the roadshow provided our members with valuable clarity on compliance and sustainability expectations. BDB will continue to encourage platforms that strengthen trust across the diamond value chain.”

The programme concluded with an interactive Q&A session, offering participants practical guidance on implementing RJC standards and enhancing organizational compliance systems.