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Celebrating 100 years of Bhima Jewellery:Coffee table book launched at GJS 2025 to mark Bhima Jewellery’s centenary
Trust, tradition, and timeless craftsmanship took center stage as the Indian jewellery fraternity came together to commemorate a historic moment—100 years of Bhima Jewellery. The centennial celebration was marked by the grand unveiling of a commemorative coffee table book at the prestigious GJS 2025 chronicling the illustrious journey of one of India’s most respected jewellery houses.
The book, a visual and narrative tribute, beautifully captures the evolution of Bhima Jewellery—from a modest store established in 1925 by visionary founder Bhima Bhattar to a household name synonymous with quality, trust, and excellence in jewellery.

Addressing an emotional gathering, Dr. B Govindan, Chairman of Bhima Jewellery, reflected on the brand’s humble origins in Kerala. With heartfelt reverence, he paid tribute to his father, Bhima Bhattar, whose entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to integrity laid the foundation for the century-old legacy.“This is not just a celebration of a business milestone,” Dr. Govindan said, “but a testament to the enduring values that have guided us—trust, craftsmanship, and our deep-rooted connection with our customers. I express my deepest gratitude to the entire jewellery fraternity for their unwavering love and support throughout this journey.”
Industry veterans, peers, and admirers lauded Bhima Jewellery’s role in shaping India’s modern jewellery landscape while staying true to its traditional roots. The event was a blend of nostalgia and pride, underscoring how heritage brands like Bhima continue to inspire generations in a rapidly evolving industry.
The coffee table book, rich with archival photographs, design evolution, family anecdotes, and cultural context, now stands as a collector’s piece and a symbol of enduring legacy—celebrating not just 100 years of Bhima, but also a century of trust.
Joining Dr B Govindan , Jaya Govindan and Suhas MS , MD Bhima Jewellery in the celebrations were Rajesh Rokde,Chairman GJC, Avinash Gupta Vice Chairman GJC, Saiyam Mehra IPC GJC and Convenor GJS,Sachin Jain, Regional CEO India-World Gold Council, Vaishali Banerjee, MD – Platinum Guild International (PGI), India,
Dr Chetan Kumar Mehta, President – Jewellery Division – IBJA, President – JAB, CMD Laxmi Diamonds, Bengaluru and Sumesh Wadhera, MD – AOJ Media.
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The formal inauguration was done by Rajesh Kalyanaraman, ED-Kalyan Jewellers in the esteemed presence of Ba. Ramesh, Jt MD-Thangamayil Jewellery, Russell Mehta, Chairman-Rosy Blue, Varghese Alukkas, MD-Jos Alukkas, along with Guests of Honour, Pramod Agrawal, Chairman NGJCI, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman GJEPC, Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman GJC, Amit Pratihari, MD- GIA India, Richa Singh, MD-Natural Diamond Council, Suvankar Sen, MD-Senco Gold, Dr. Chetan Mehta,CMD-Laxmi Diamonds, Bengaluru, John Alukkas, MD-Jos Alukkas, ABS Sanjjay, MD-AVR Swarnamahal, Suvro Chandra, Director- P.C.Chandra, Vinod Hayagriv, MD-CKC, Vikas Kataria, DP Abhushan, Sumeet Khimji, Khimji Jewellers, T M Abdul Rahim, Sulthan Diamonds & Gold, Mahender Tayal, President HJMA, Surendra Mehta, National Secretary IBJA, Niraj Shah, IndusInd Bank-Head of Corporate Banking, G&J, Ramesh Vora, Bafleh Jewellery, Ashish Pethe, Waman Hari Pethe, Sumesh Wadhera, AOJ Media and dignitaries from the GJ industry. Representing AKS JEWELS were Dilip M Shah Chairman, Aadesh D Shah MD,VEER GEMS Group of Companies.
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