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Hari Krishna Group announces 10th Edition of Kisna Diamond Marathon, uniting 100 Cities for Swachh Bharat
Hari Krishna Group, one of India’s leading diamond manufacturing organisations with a strong commitment to social development, announces the 10th Edition of the Kisna Diamond Marathon, Run for Swachh Bharat, to be held on 28th December 2025. This landmark edition will be hosted simultaneously across 100 cities in India through the Kisna Diamond Jewellery showroom network, making it one of the largest synchronised social fitness movements in the country.
Over the past nine years, the Kisna Diamond Marathon has inspired more than 36,000 participants to run for a cleaner and healthier India, with 100% of participation fees directed towards sanitation, cleanliness, and community hygiene improvement projects under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
All registered participants will receive an official marathon T-shirt, cap and bib number, finisher medal, goodie bag, and refreshments at the venue. In Mumbai, the flagship edition will be hosted at the Bharat Diamond Bourse, BKC.
Speaking on the announcement, Ghanshyam Dholakia, Founder and Managing Director, Kisna Diamond and Jewellery, said, “The Kisna Diamond Marathon is not just a run, it is a collective effort toward building cleaner and healthier communities. Over the last nine years, thousands of participants have come together to support the vision of Swachh Bharat and drive meaningful change. This 10th Edition is a significant milestone as we bring together 100 cities on the same day, reinforcing our shared responsibility toward cleanliness, wellbeing, and social progress.”
The marathon is supported by the Hari Krishna Charitable Trust, the Group’s philanthropic arm known for impactful environmental and community initiatives including the development of 160+ lakes under Mission 100 Sarovar, the plantation of more than 3.6 million trees, large-scale water conservation projects, and programmes aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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GJC welcomes RBI’s 25 basis point repo rate cut
Seen as a boost to economic growth and sectoral stability
The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) welcomes the Reserve Bank of India’s announcement of a 25 basis point cut in the key repo rate. This progressive and timely measure reflects the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the Finance Minister’s commitment to strengthening India’s economic environment.
The gem and jewellery sector, a vital contributor to employment and exports, will benefit significantly from this reduction in interest rates. Lower borrowing costs and improved liquidity will ease financial pressures, enhance business confidence, and support growth across the trade.
Rajesh Rokde, Chairman of GJC, said: “We sincerely appreciate the Government of India and the RBI for this supportive move. The repo rate cut will help the trade stabilise, sustain, and grow in the coming months. It is a welcome relief for our industry and will encourage investment, strengthen retail demand, and create a more conducive environment for expansion.”
Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman of GJC, added: “This decision demonstrates the government’s proactive approach to nurturing economic growth. By easing financial pressures, the RBI has created an enabling environment for businesses in the gem and jewellery sector to flourish. We urge all our fellow members nationwide to take note of this positive development and utilise the benefit effectively, especially small and medium enterprises that form the backbone of our industry.”
The GJC believes this move will have a cascading positive impact across allied industries, empowering artisans, manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. With improved liquidity, jewellers will be better positioned to meet consumer demand during the upcoming festive and wedding seasons, further contributing to India’s economic momentum.
The Council reiterates its gratitude to the Government of India and the Reserve Bank of India for their continued support. This measure will strengthen the sector’s resilience and long-term growth, reinforcing India’s position as a global leader in gems and jewellery.
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