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Ekatra Retail Ventures unveils its vision for LGD jewellery with Shristi Ratna
Ekatra Retail Ventures, co-founded by Pavitra Gandhi, Sunny Sakaria, Sussanne Khan, Vasuki Punj, and Chirayu Yardi, proudly announces its debut in the world of lab-grown diamond jewellery with Shristi Ratna, a diamond crafted with 108 facets, symbolizing a cosmic journey. Spearheaded by a strong female vision, the launch signals the start of a thoughtfully curated, women-led journey in accessible luxury and lifestyle.



Shristi Ratna is a proprietary lab-grown diamond meticulously engineered with 108 precisely crafted facets to redefine brilliance. Developed through advanced geometric design and master craftsmanship, each facet is strategically designed to enhance light performance, depth, and fire. Serving as the central inspiration for the brand’s flagship launch collection, Shristi Ratna is the defining signature around which every creation is thoughtfully designed. More than a gemstone, it represents the seamless harmony of science, precision, and human artistry captured within a singular, extraordinary stone.
Sussanne Khan, Pavitra Gandhi, Jennifer Winget, Apoorva Mukhija, Vasuki Punj, Pragya

Co-founder and Design Director Sussanne Khan, along with celebrated personalities Jennifer Winget, Apoorva Mukhija, and Pragya Kapoor, will also join the team at Ekatra to unveil distinct story-led collections reflecting their individual journeys and creative interpretations for Ekatra Jewels in the near future. Rahul Dayama also joins as a partner and brings deep expertise in building and scaling modern consumer brands.
Marking a significant milestone for the brand, the official website was launched on 8th March 2026, inviting audiences into an immersive digital experience that brings to life the philosophy, artistry, and collections behind the concept.


Speaking on the launch, Pavitra Gandhi from Ekatra Retail Ventures shared:“Partnering with Sunny Sakaria, Vasuki Punj, and Chirayu Yardi marks the beginning of an incredibly exciting journey for us. Bringing Sussanne Khan on board as Creative Director has been one of our most defining decisions, a reflection of our shared commitment to innovation, bold creativity, and delivering truly disruptive experiences in the world of jewellery.”

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Indriya OOH in Indore grabs attention, highlight is a pair of oversized 3D earrings
Its marketing initiatives frequently combine visual spectacle with strong brand identity
Indriya, continues to redefine the luxury retail landscape with its latest Out-of-Home (OOH) activation in Indore. Strategically situated at the high-velocity Shastri Bridge on MG Road, the brand has deployed a massive 40’ x 42’ installation designed to capture the attention of the city’s most affluent traffic corridor heading toward the historic Rajwada district.
A key highlight of the installation is a pair of oversized 3D earrings mounted below the main billboard structure. The dimensional display transforms the jewellery design into a physical element, helping the creative stand out from conventional flat-format outdoor advertising.
The Strategy: Beyond the flat frame
While traditional billboards often blend into the urban sprawl, Indriya’s approach leverages Hyper-Physicality to ensure brand dominance.
- Visual Depth: By breaking the “fourth wall” of outdoor media, the 3D elements showcase intricate design details that standard 2D prints cannot replicate.
- Signature Identity: The installation utilizes Indriya’s sophisticated signature blue palette, reinforcing immediate brand association with the Aditya Birla heritage.
- Dual-Store Directives: The creative serves a dual purpose—building aspirational brand equity while providing tactical directional cues to the brand’s premium showrooms on MG Road and Sapna Sangeeta Road.
Market Positioning & Impact
This Indore activation is a microcosm of Indriya’s broader national strategy: merging visual spectacle with high-intent retail placement. Since its 2024 inception, the brand has scaled to over 50 stores by focusing on:
- Experiential Storytelling: Transitioning from traditional ads to “events in the street” that resonate with younger, design-conscious luxury consumers.
- Competitive Differentiation: In a crowded organized jewellery segment, the use of large-scale 3D installations creates a “stop-and-stare” effect that significantly boosts top-of-mind recall.
- Regional Dominance: By targeting major urban arteries like Shastri Bridge, Indriya ensures its design-led philosophy is witnessed by thousands of potential customers daily.
Indriya has also invested in experiential retail and large-scale story-telling-led campaigns since its launch, positioning the brand around contemporary design, modern bridal collections and everyday fine jewellery. Its marketing initiatives frequently combine visual spectacle with strong brand identity, helping the brand build recall among younger luxury consumers.In an era of digital saturation, physical “interruption” through dimensional OOH provides a tangible sense of craft and scale, mirroring the craftsmanship of the jewellery itself.
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