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Gargi by PNGS Celebrates Growth with New Store Openings in Aurangabad and Indore
The Fashion Jewellery Brand Marks Significant Expansion, Bringing its Total Store Count to 12 in Just Three Years
Gargi by P N Gadgil & Sons (PNGS), a leading name in the fashion jewellery industry, has closed the year with a strong performance, inaugurating two new stores in Aurangabad and Indore. These additions bring the total number of exclusive Gargi outlets to 12, marking a major milestone in the brand’s rapid retail growth over the past three years.
Expanding Reach in Emerging Markets
The new stores, located in high-traffic retail destinations—Prozone Mall in Aurangabad and Citadel Mall in Indore—are part of Gargi’s strategy to expand into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This move is aimed at catering to the increasing demand for affordable, high-quality fashion jewellery in smaller urban centers, beyond the metropolitan regions.

A Year of Achievements and Innovation
2024 has proven to be a landmark year for Gargi. The brand expanded its footprint in Delhi with the opening of its Kapil Vihar, Pitampura store, and made further strides in Maharashtra with new outlets in Pimple Saudagar and Aurangabad. These expansions reinforce Gargi’s commitment to making stylish fashion jewellery more accessible to a wider audience.
The brand also launched the Utsaav collection, a festive range perfect for special occasions, and introduced its first-ever Kids Collection, featuring certified sterling silver jewellery designed with both safety and style in mind. These initiatives demonstrate Gargi’s dedication to inclusivity and diversification within the fashion jewellery market.

Aditya Modak, Co-founder of Gargi by PNGS, expressed, “Our growth isn’t just about numbers; it’s about connection. When people from different cities—whether women, men, or children—resonate with our designs, we know we’re on the right track. Aurangabad and Indore are not just new stores; they represent fresh relationships, inspiration, and opportunities for creative expression.”
Financial Growth and Future Goals
Gargi by PNGS has also achieved impressive financial milestones, surpassing a market capitalization of Rs. 1,500 crore, with plans to reach Rs. 100 crore in revenue by March 2025. The brand’s franchise-driven model has played a key role in this success, empowering local entrepreneurs while expanding the PNGS legacy. With PNGS boasting an annual turnover of over Rs. 8,500 crore, Gargi’s journey is marked by a blend of heritage and innovation.
Looking to the future, Gargi aims to continue its expansion across India, capitalizing on shifting consumer preferences and forging deeper connections with jewellery enthusiasts of all ages.
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Namibia Looking At Close Collaboration With India On Skill Transfer, Training In Diamond Sector
Deepening Collaboration With India To Leverage Its World-Class Expertise In Diamond Cutting, Polishing, and Value Addition.
GJEPC hosted a high-level media interaction at the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), featuring a visiting Namibian delegation led by Hon’ble Gaudentia Kröhne, Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Namibia.
During the session, the Hon’ble Deputy Minister highlighted Namibia’s vision to cultivate a close, multi-faceted partnership with India, focusing on skill transfer, technical training, and capacity building within the diamond cutting and polishing industry.
Key Takeaways & Strategic Objectives
- Skill Transfer & Training: Deepening collaboration with India to leverage its world-class expertise in diamond cutting, polishing, and value addition.
- Investment Opportunities: Extending an invitation to Indian jewelry manufacturers to establish local operations and manufacturing facilities in Namibia.
- Ease of Doing Business: Implementing single-window “One-Stop Centres” designed to streamline business operations, company registrations, and visa processing for international investors.
- Legislative Reforms: Preparing for the upcoming passage of the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Bill, which will serve as a key economic catalyst across multiple industrial sectors.
Strengthening Bilateral Trade
This strategic dialogue underscores Namibia’s push toward downstream industrial expansion and mineral beneficiation. By leveraging India’s global leadership in diamond processing, Namibia aims to create high-value local employment while offering Indian manufacturers robust growth opportunities backed by modernized governance and infrastructure.
Shri Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said:

“Namibia produces the world’s highest-value rough diamonds, while India cuts and polishes 14 out of every 15 diamonds globally. With the proposed 15-year tax exemption for Special Notified Zones, India can now offer producer nations not just manufacturing, but a global trading hub. We look forward to building a lasting partnership with Namibia.”
Anoop Mehta, Convener – Diamond Panel, GJEPC, said:
“We have invited Namibia to bring its rough diamonds to India and utilise the new tax framework for trading through the Special Notified Zones. This will give Indian MSMEs more direct access to high-quality rough diamonds without the need to travel overseas. We are exploring this opportunity closely and, if the discussions progress, we would be happy to work towards an MoU with Namibia. We are very positive that, with this new policy, a greater share of Namibia’s diamond trade can come directly to India.”

Highlighting the quality of Namibia’s production, Ms. Gaudentia Krohne, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy said:

“Namibia is having the best quality of diamonds in the world. We do not have the quantity, but we have the best quality. That’s why I am really proud to come from Namibia and talk about the Namibian diamonds in India.”
The delegation also saw a potential role for India’s diamond trading infrastructure in bringing Namibian roughs closer to Indian buyers. “We can bring our diamonds here, showcase them here and even sell them. If this platform created by India is already being used by other countries, why can Namibia not make use of it too?” Ms. Krohne added.
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