Jewellers Association Jaipur (JA) successfully organised the grand 18th Edition of the Jewellery Eminence Awards (JEA) Gala Night 2026 on 4th July at Novotel Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC), Sitapura, celebrating outstanding creativity, craftsmanship and innovation across the Indian gems and jewellery industry. Organised alongside JAS – The Premium B2B Show 2026, the prestigious evening brought together leading jewellers, designers, manufacturers, exporters, retailers, artisans, industry veterans and dignitaries from across the country.

The evening was led by the office bearers of Jewellers Association Jaipur including President Shri Raju Agarwal Mangodiwala, JAS Convenor Shri Ashok Maheshwari, Honorary Secretary Shri Ajay Godha, and JEA Coordinator Shri Naresh Agroya, who welcomed distinguished guests and members of the jewellery fraternity.

The Gala Night was graced by Hon’ble Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Chairman, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Coal, Mines & Steel, as the Chief Guest. His esteemed presence added immense prestige to the occasion as he felicitated several award winners and recognised exceptional talent from the jewellery industry. The celebration was further elevated by the presence of renowned actress Yuvika Chaudhary as the Celebrity Guest, whose participation added glamour and excitement to the evening.

One of the most touching moments of the ceremony was the presentation of the JEA Lifetime Achievement Award to Shri Navrattan Kothari, honouring his extraordinary contribution, visionary leadership and lifelong dedication to the Indian gems and jewellery industry. A special audio-visual tribute highlighted his remarkable journey before the award was presented by the Chief Guest in the presence of the Association’s leadership.

Recognising the invaluable contribution of master craftsmen, the Association also presented Special Artisan Awards to Shri Avtar Singh Talwar and Shri Abiddudin, acknowledging their decades of excellence, commitment and craftsmanship that continue to preserve and enrich India’s jewellery-making heritage.

Adding an international dimension to the evening, the Association also felicitated distinguished global industry leaders for their remarkable contributions to organised jewellery retail and international trade relations. Special honours were presented to Shri K. P. Abdul Salam, Vice Chairman & GED, Malabar Group, with the JAS Global Jewellery Retail Leadership Award, and Mr. Tawhid Abdullah, Chairman, Dubai Jewellery Group, with the JAS Architect of Organised Jewellery Retail in the Middle East Award. Their recognition reflected JAS’ growing global outlook and its commitment to strengthening international business relationships within the gems and jewellery sector.

The highlight of the evening remained the presentation of the Jewellery Eminence Awards 2026, one of India’s most respected jewellery design competitions. Winners were honoured across 18 prestigious categories, recognising excellence in jewellery design, natural gemstones, craftsmanship, innovation and professional achievement. The awards covered a diverse spectrum of categories including diamond and colourstone jewellery, polki jewellery, gold jewellery, silver vogue jewellery, loose gemstone awards, accessories, minimalist jewellery, professionals’ recognition and young achievers, reflecting the immense talent and creativity of India’s jewellery industry.

The ceremony also showcased inspiring films highlighting the journey of JAS and JEA, reinforcing the vision of promoting innovation, nurturing design talent and providing a national platform for excellence in jewellery creation. Throughout the evening, sponsors, jury members, exhibitors, industry leaders and distinguished guests joined in celebrating the achievements of designers and professionals who continue to shape the future of the Indian gems and jewellery sector.

Speaking on the occasion, the leadership of Jewellers Association Jaipur reiterated that Jewellery Eminence Awards has evolved into one of the country’s most credible and prestigious platforms for recognising excellence in jewellery design and craftsmanship. The Association reaffirmed its commitment to encouraging innovation, preserving traditional artistry and creating opportunities for emerging as well as established talent through initiatives like JEA and JAS.

Concluding the memorable evening, the Association expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Chief Guest, Celebrity Guest, award jury, sponsors viz (Banking Partner: AU Small Finance Bank, Co- Sponosor: RMC Gems, Supporters: GJEPC, Gemfields, Bid For All, Elanzia- An IGM Initiative, Logistics Partner: Secure Global Logistics), exhibitors, designers, artisans, partners, participants and the entire organising team for making the Jewellery Eminence Awards Gala Night 2026 a grand success. As part of the ongoing JAS – The Premium B2B Show 2026, the Gala Night once again reinforced Jaipur’s stature as one of the world’s foremost centres for gems, coloured gemstones and jewellery craftsmanship, while celebrating the excellence, innovation and legacy that continue to define India’s jewellery industry.

Winners by Category

1. JEA Emerald Gemstone of the Year

GREEN INTERNATIONAL, JAIPUR

• JEA Silver Vogue Jewellery

ADORE JEWELS, JAIPUR

ATTULYA JEWELS, JAIPUR

• JEA Bejewelled Artifact
• KINU BABA GEMS INDIA PVT. LTD., JAIPUR
• JEA Theme of the Year – Vintage Jewellery

ADVIT JEWELS LIMITED, JAIPUR

• JEA Accessory (Men’s & Women’s)
• ATTULYA JEWELS, JAIPUR
• MANTHAN’S GEM LEGACY LLP, HYDERABAD

6. JEA Gold Jewellery

N. M. KAREL & SONS PVT. LTD., NEW DELHI

7. JEA Polki Bridal Set

PARAMPARA THE JEWELS, JAIPUR

8. JEA Polki Necklace

JEWELS OF RAJPUTAANA, JAIPUR

9. JEA Polki Earrings

SRD JEWELS COUTURE PVT. LTD., VADODARA

10. JEA Polki Bangle/Bracelet

KALA JOHARE, JAIPUR

11. JEA Polki Ring

POLKI PARADISE BY V.K JEWELLERS, NEW DELHI

12. JEA Minimalist Jewellery

SANGEETA DIAMONDS, JAIPUR

13. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Necklace

• TIMEPIECES, JAIPUR

14. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Earrings

MAA SATTI JEWELS PVT. LTD., JAIPUR

15. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Bangle/Bracelet

GREENBELL, JAIPUR

16. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Ring

JEWELS BY SEPHORA LLP, JAIPUR

17. JEA Natural Gemstone of the Year (other than Emerald)

• BIHARILAL HOLARAM, JAIPUR
• TT GEMS INDIA LLP, MUMBAI
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• Winner of the  JEA Professional Category
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• RASHMI ABHIJIT BAFNA
• Bafna Jewellers
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• 19. Winner of GIA Young Achievers’ Award
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• BHAWANA MAHESHWARI
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• JEA Artisans’ Award

AVTAR SINGH TALWAR

ABEEDUDDIN

• JEA LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

SHRI NAVRATTAN KOTHARI