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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.
India International Bullion Summit – 11 (IIBS-11) organized by IBJA will be held on 27th – 28th February, 2026, at Westin Hotel, Mumbai.It will be inaugurated by Chief Guest Shashi Tharoor, MP- Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam.
The keynote address will centre on the critical intersection of the global economy and the precious metals market. The session will trace the industry’s historical trajectory, examining how a progressively fragmenting global economy is fundamentally reshaping international trade dynamics. Furthermore, it will explore the emergence of a ‘new gold rush’—a transformative era poised to define the bullion market for decades to come—highlighting exactly why understanding this paradigm shift is more vital to our industry now than ever.
The entire focus of this year IIBS shall be on topics which are relevant and related to the gems & Jewellery Industry. This year’s topic includes Silver Substitute for Gold?, Digital Gold Regulations, Wealth Creation, Rising Gold and Silver Prices and its Impact on Developing Nations, Growth of Organised Jewellery Sector in Challenging Times, Digital Vision: Gold: Beat the Bitcoin 2026, Fiat Currency v/s Bullion v/s Crypto, Indian Market Initiative, Requirement of Gold Policy Changes, Bullion Market Integration: India’s Role in a Connected Global Trade, Global Market Infrastructure, Is Hedging Effective Tool in Current Scenario?, Gold 2.0 for the Global Future, Innovation in Bullion Eco System and Gold Outlook – 2026.
Speakers include Jignesh Shah – Mentor & Coach, IGM (India Gold Metaverse)- Founder: MCX, DGCX, IEX, SMX, MCX-SX, ODIN, Sachin Jain – World Gold Council, Prof. Sundaravalli Narayanaswami – India Gold Policy Centre (IGPC), Harish Pawani –Purshottam Kanji & Co., Dubai, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil – PNG Jewellers, Varghese Alukkas –Jos Alukkas, Ba. Ramesh – Thangamayil Jewellery Limited, Kishore Narne – Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. Srinivas L – 63SATS Cybertech Ltd., Dhritiman Murti – Tether Rajesh Kalyanaraman – Kalyan Jewellers, Asher Ottamoochikkal Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Quynh Le – Tether, Sajeev Kumar – Equinox Interactive (Asia) Pte Ltd, Lokesh Sugandh – Meenakshi Gold, Shivanshu Mehta – Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited, Moses Bodea – GOLDINVEST Edelmetalle GmbH, Mohammad Ayyob – SAM Precious Metals, Abhijit Shah – Emirates Gold and various other expert of bullion and jewellery trade.
Commemorating its 107-year legacy, the India Bullion and Jewellers Association is strategically pivoting toward a new century of industry leadership. As a cornerstone of the bullion ecosystem, the Association remains committed to its dual mandate: championing member interests while institutionalizing consumer trust through transparent and ethical market practices.
By navigating complex regulatory landscapes and fostering a robust value chain, IBJA continues to serve as a vital catalyst for sustainable growth within the global jewelry sector.
source: IBJA
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