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HIJS 2024 exceeds expectations: booming visitor traffic and flourishing business deals
South India’s Largest B2B Jewellery Exhibition attracts record breaking trade visitors; exhibitors elated with the volume of business done

The Hyderabad International Jewellery Show (HIJS) 2024, South India’s premier B2B jewellery exhibition, was a resounding success. Held at the GMR Arena near Hyderabad Airport from June 21-23, 2024, the event received high praise from exhibitors, visitors, and trade bodies alike. The exhibition concluded on a high note, with booths bustling with activity until the final moments on the last day.
The show was inaugurated in the presence of as Dr B. Govindan, State President, AKGSMA; Jayantilal Challani, President, MJDTA; Kailash Charan, President, Twin Cities Jewellers Association; Jagdish Prasad Verma, President, Telangana Bullion Gems & Jewellers Federation; Paul Alukka and John Alukka, Managing Directors, Jos Alukkas; Parasmal Ranka, President, Telangana Pawn Broker Jewellers Association; Shantilal Jain, Chief Organiser, A.P. Bullion Gold, Silver and Diamond Merchant’s Association; Yogesh Kothari, President, IBJA – Tamil Nadu; Mohanlal Jain, COA, GJC; Adv. S. Abdul Nazar, Treasurer, AKGSMA & Director, GJC; V K Manoj, Project Director- United Exhibitions and other dignitaries of the GJ industry.














V K Manoj, Project Director of United Exhibitions, the organizer of HIJS 2024, remarked, “The overwhelming response to HIJS 2024 surpassed our expectations. Exhibitors were highly satisfied, particularly with the strict implementation of business-only entry norms and the quality of facilities provided. The success of HIJS 2024 and the industry support we received have been immensely encouraging.”
Broad-based Support
HIJS 2024 was enthusiastically received by all stakeholders. Dr. B Govindan, Chairman, Bhima Jewellery, South Zone Chairman, GJC and also the chief guest, lauded the event and reaffirmed the industry’s support to the serious trade shows like HIJS
A vigorous promotional campaign, including roadshows and door-to-door drives in key jewellery hubs, significantly boosted awareness, backed by local trade associations. Leading personalities from major associations across southern states graced the opening day, highlighting the event’s significance.
Significant Pan-India Participation
HIJS 2024 provided a platform that brought together leading manufacturers from across the country to cater the needs of jewellery retailers from both the South and other key regions. The diverse visitor profile from various states led some participants to compare the show favourably with other national exhibitions.
The show featured 250+ exhibitors in around 600 booths spread over 1,25,000 sq ft of exhibition space. An estimated 25,00,000 jewellery designs were showcased, offering a vast array of choices across gold, diamond, and silver jewellery, as well as loose gemstones. Additionally, the latest technology and software solutions for the jewellery industry were on display.
High Footfalls, Brisk Business
Exhibitors expressed extreme satisfaction with the steady flow of trade visitors over the three days. Many noted the significant number of footfalls, even on the last day, comparable to the opening day. Large groups of buyers from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and South India attended, alongside a significant number of trade visitors from various parts of India.
Concurrent Events
The significance of HIJS 2024 as a business networking event was highlighted by various key concurrent events which included:
- Coffee with Dr Chetan Kumar Mehta, in conversation with Mr Varghese Alukkas, Managing Director, Jos Alukkas Jewellers.
- Panel Discussion on Lab Grown Diamond Market
- Kohinoor Jewellery Awards
United Exhibitions confirmed that nearly all exhibitors have already signed up for HIJS Diwali Edition 2024, scheduled to be held from 18th to 20th October 2024 at HITEX Exhibition Centre, Madhapur, Hyderabad.
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Gifting That Lasts – How Gold and Silver Coins Bridge Heritage and Modern Life
Ketan Kothari , Director of Augmont
Most people think of gifting gold and silver as a nod to nostalgia. In reality, it’s one of the few traditions that has outperformed every modern “smart” gift you can name. Long before fintech apps and inflation charts, Indian households treated these metals as portable wealth, a hedge against uncertainty, and a quiet transfer of wisdom from one generation to the next. That logic has not aged a day; rather, it remains even more relevant in a world where assets can be compromised with a password reset.

What has changed is the way these coins look and live in our lives. Classic Lakshmi – Ganesh motifs now share space with clean, contemporary designs that feel at home in a digital world. The modern take on it makes each piece both timeless and current. Every coin carries its own story, turning family milestones into tangible memories while steadily gaining value as gold and silver prices continue to climb year after year. It is beauty and intrinsic value in one small disc. It is a heritage you can hold, and an investment built to last across generations.
Augmont brings this legacy to life with coins that pair high purity with artistry that honors tradition while embracing today’s aesthetic, offering a gift as enduring as the heritage it represents.


Why Choose Augmont Coins?
1. A Range That Resonates
From divine Lakshmi–Ganesh motifs to limited editions and unique designs in 24K and 22K gold and silver, Augmont offers a variety that suits every occasion. Each coin is crafted to celebrate moments that matter, whether personal milestones or festive rituals.
2. Stories Encased in Metal
These coins carry meaning at multiple levels. Many are tied to festivals, family traditions, or commemorative events, reimagining each piece as a memory that endures alongside its value.
3. Quality That Lasts Generations
Augmont coins are designed with precision and aim to withstand time. Their enduring craftsmanship ensures they remain beautiful keepsakes, ready to be passed down as family heirlooms while preserving their shine and value.
4. Trust You Can Hold
Every coin comes with 999 purity, BIS-certified refinery credentials, and secure packaging. Rigorous minting checks and transparent authenticity measures make each coin a reliable investment as well as a meaningful gift.
5. Versatility Across Life and Legacy
Whether it’s for a festival, a milestone, a special reward, or just a smart personal investment, Augmont coins fit naturally into the moment, carrying both meaning and value without ever feeling out of place.
6. A Legacy of Trust
Trusted by thousands of jewellers and millions of users across the country, Augmont coins have become a choice people rely on, not just for their value, but for the assurance they carry.
How Tradition Meets Technology
1. Timed for Auspicious Moments
Gold and silver coins remain the benchmark for occasions like Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya, and other auspicious events. With digital and quick-commerce platforms, these timeless gifts can now be bought and gifted instantly, without compromising the ritual.
2. Convenience Of Payment
UPI-enabled transactions bring efficiency without losing the emotional value of gifting.
3. A Platform Built for Today
Platforms like Augmont make it easy to combine tradition with today’s convenience, whether it’s setting up Gold/Silver SIPs, picking Gold/Silver coins online, storing them securely, or redeeming as per convenience. The old and the new come together without missing a beat.
Gold and silver coins have a way of staying with us long after the festival. They become part of the stories families live and share. A coin given at Diwali, added to a wedding trousseau, or exchanged to mark a milestone, holds memories, celebrates relationships, and marks achievements. Over the years, these coins carry the weight of tradition, the joy of moments lived, and the reassurance of foresight. By bringing the past into the present, they turn every gift into something personal, lasting, and truly memorable.
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