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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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VBJ Announces ‘Amazing Aadi Sale’ With Exclusive Festive Offers
Festive offers on gold, diamonds, solitaires, platinum and silver until August 16.
VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery brand has announced the launch of its ‘Amazing Aadi Sale’, a month-long festive campaign running until 16th August 2026. The campaign brings exclusive offers across VBJ’s extensive range of gold, diamond, platinum, silver, solitaire and precious stone jewellery, making this auspicious season the perfect time to celebrate life’s special moments.
As part of the Amazing Aadi Sale, customers can avail 20% off on making charges and value addition (VA) on gold, diamond, platinum, silverware and precious stone jewellery. The campaign also features 3-5% off on solitaire diamonds and 10% off on silver jewellery. These offers are valid across VBJ showrooms at Anna Salai and Anna Nagar.
Speaking about the campaign, Amarendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, said,
“Aadi has always been a season that brings families together in celebration of faith, prosperity and new beginnings. At VBJ, we are honoured to be a part of these cherished moments by offering jewellery that becomes a lasting part of our customers’ stories. We look forward to welcoming customers this festive season with our Amazing Aadi Sale and helping them celebrate every occasion with timeless creations.”
Jithendra Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, added:
“At VBJ, every collection is thoughtfully designed to cater to diverse tastes and occasions, while staying true to our legacy of fine craftsmanship. The Amazing Aadi Sale is an extension of our commitment to making premium jewellery more accessible through meaningful festive offers, without ever compromising on quality, authenticity or design excellence.”
As a fifth-generation family-run brand, VBJ takes immense pride in its legacy as the creator of the historic Sengol (sceptre) – a sacred symbol of India’s democratic journey. Rediscovered after 72 years through meticulous research by the VBJ team, the Sengol was reinstated beside the Speaker’s chair in India’s new Parliament building, Sansad Bhavan, by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking VBJ’s enduring bond with India’s cultural and national heritage. Continuing this legacy, VBJ is now set to unveil its largest jewellery showroom on Coimbatore’s 100ft Road.
The Amazing Aadi Sale reflects VBJ’s continued endeavour to celebrate the spirit of the festive season by bringing together timeless craftsmanship, meaningful designs and exceptional value for its patrons.
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