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India’s Gems & Jewellery Market Projected To Reach USD 130 Billion By 2030
- The 14th edition of Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair to mark its biggest ever edition, bringing together 650+ exhibitors, 3,000+ brands, 150,000+ designs & 30,000+ jewellery trade professionals.
- Spread across 5 halls, DJGF 2026 will spotlight an exclusive Silver Pavilion, the largest Machinery Hall, Artisan Zone, Jewellery Retail Symposium, Retail Jewellery Guild Awards, Shakti Awards, Power of Young Awards, Jewellery Manufacturers Icons & much more.
- The event will spotlight lightweight, design-led & commercially viable jewellery.
The 14th edition of the Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair (DJGF) 2026, North India’s leading B2B jewellery marketplace, is set to return to Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from September 26-28, 2026, marking the biggest ever edition in the exhibition’s history.
Organised by Informa Markets in India, the exhibition will provide a comprehensive platform for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, exporters and other industry professionals to discover new collections, build business connections and gain insights.
Timed ahead of the wedding and festive buying cycles, DJGF 2026 is positioned to address evolving market requirements with a strong focus on sourcing, business networking, knowledge exchange and industry engagement. High gold prices and changing consumer purchasing patterns are influencing inventory decisions, with buyers increasingly seeking lightweight, value-conscious, differentiated and commercially viable jewellery.
The exhibition will showcase a wide spectrum of jewellery categories, including plain gold, studded jewellery, silver jewellery, diamond, platinum, gemstones, pearls, bridal, contemporary and fine jewellery, Polki/Jadau, antique jewellery, lightweight jewellery, lab-grown diamonds and gemstones. Alongside jewellery, DJGF 2026 will bring together the wider jewellery ecosystem, including machinery and equipment, technology, packaging, display solutions, software, security systems and allied services, making it a comprehensive B2B sourcing destination.
The 2026 edition will feature leading names from across the jewellery industry, including Beera Jewellers, IDT Gemmological Laboratories, IAGES, Zar Jewels Private Limited, Future Gold & Diamond Jewellery Pvt Ltd, R M Precious Jewellery India Limited, Charu Chain & Jewels Pvt Ltd, Heera Jewels and Gems Pvt Ltd, Shree Balaji Gold, Shree Ramdhari Jewellers, Riddhima Chain & Jewellery, Chain House International Pvt Ltd, Vikas Chain & Jewellery, Grover Jewells Limited, S K Jora Jewellers, K C Jewellers, G R Export, Yashika Diamonds Private Limited, Hissaria Diamonds, Jain Dia Mounts Private Limited, Dazzle Jewels, among others.
A key highlight of DJGF 2026 will be its dedicated Silver Pavilion, bringing a focused selection of silver jewellery exhibitors to the show floor. The exhibition will also feature its largest Machinery Hall, reflecting the increasing role of advanced technology and equipment across the jewellery manufacturing ecosystem.
To further enhance the experience, DJGF includes an Artisan Zone, a live art space celebrating the skill, precision and intricate craftsmanship of Thewa Art Jewellery, and timeless beauty of Silver Filigree of Karimnagar.
The show will introduce the Jewellery Retail Symposium at DJGF for the first time, in strategic partnership with The New Jeweller. The conference will bring together industry experts to discuss retail trends, innovation, consumer behaviour, marketing and business strategies, giving retailers and other trade professionals insights into the forces shaping the market.
DJGF 2026 will also feature the 10th edition of Retail Jewellery Guild Award 2026, Shakti Awards, Retail Jewellery Guild Awards, Power of Young Award, and Jewellery Manufacturers Icons, recognizing contributions and achievements across different facets of the jewellery industry.
Speaking about the upcoming edition, Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, said:
“India’s gems and jewellery market is projected to reach USD 130 billion by 2030, highlighting the sector’s strong momentum and long-term potential. At the same time, high gold prices and shifting consumer preferences are encouraging retailers to focus on lightweight, value-conscious and differentiated designs, while greater emphasis on hallmarking, transparency and responsible sourcing is shaping the way the industry operates.
As the sector enters one of its most important buying periods, with the festive and wedding season driving demand, DJGF 2026 returns for its 14th edition as the biggest edition in the exhibition’s history. The show has been optimally positioned to provide businesses with opportunities to discover new products, understand industry perspectives, respond to changing demand and strengthen their competitiveness in a dynamic market.”
As the industry evolves, DJGF 2026 will also place greater emphasis on responsible sourcing, sustainability, hallmarking and transparency. The exhibition has partnered with the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) as its Sustainability Partner, bringing sustainability and responsible business practices into the broader industry conversation.
Under its “Apna Delhi Wala Show” campaign, the show has built a strong identity within the North Indian jewellery trade, with 14 years of facilitating business connections and industry engagement. The 2026 edition is designed to further strengthen this position through its scale, product breadth, curated buyer programme and pre-festive timing.
DJGF 2026 is supported by leading industry associations including The Bullion and Jewellers Association Delhi, Karol Bagh Jewellers Association, Delhi Jewellers Association Mumbai Wholesale Gold Jewellers Association, Maliwara Jewellers Association, Dariba Jewellers Association, All India Jewellers & Goldsmith Federation, Gurugram Jewellers Association further reinforcing its credibility and reach within the trade ecosystem.
With the jewellery industry navigating high gold prices, evolving consumer preferences and increasing emphasis on responsible business practices, the show will provide a timely platform for the trade to explore new collections, evaluate technologies, identify emerging opportunities and forge business partnerships, while contributing to the continued development of India’s jewellery ecosystem.
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WFDB President Mehul Shah Outlines Strategic Pillars For The Natural Diamond Industry At JGW Hong Kong 2026
Mehul Shah Calls For Unity, Transparency and Consumer Trust To Strengthen Natural Diamonds
Speaking at the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) panel on Reshaping Value across the Natural Diamond Supply Chain – organized in collaboration with the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong (DFHK) during the Jewellery & Gem WORLD (JGW) Hong Kong Jewellery Show – World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) President Mehul Shah called for industry-wide unity, standardization, and proactive consumer protection.
Reaffirming the WFDB’s commitment to preserving the integrity, trust, and emotional resonance of natural diamonds, Mr. Shah outlined strategic initiatives to safeguard the industry for future generations.
Key directives from the address include:
1. Value Addition & Creative Branding:
The industry must move beyond selling diamonds as commodities to creating greater value through branding, innovation, jewellery design, craftsmanship, and storytelling. Mr. Shah urged trade members to “sell the art, not merely the paint, canvas, or brush,” emphasizing that jewellery must become an expression of emotion, artistry, and enduring desire.
2. Seamless Mine-to-Market (M2M) Transparency:
Mr. Shah emphasized that the three M’s, Mines, Manufacturers, and Markets, must work together as one integrated ecosystem. The journey from mine to market must be seamless, transparent, collaborative, and accountable, with blockchain, traceability, and robust tracking becoming essential to building trust across the supply chain.
3. Reclaiming the Industry Narrative through Strategic Alliances & Marketing:
Highlighting the powerful role of films and media in shaping consumer perception, Shah urged the industry to take greater ownership of the natural diamond narrative by investing seriously in consumer-level marketing. He called for the Natural Diamond Council to work more closely with trade bodies and local jewellers, alongside broader industry partnerships, to communicate the responsible, ethical, and beautiful story of natural diamonds directly to consumers.
4. Natural & Synthetic Diamonds as Separate Subjects:
Shah emphasized that natural and laboratory-grown diamonds should be viewed as distinct categories rather than simply competing products. He noted that “diamonds are forever” and “diamonds for everyone” can coexist, while suggesting that laboratory-grown diamonds can serve as a gateway to the broader diamond category, with consumers potentially moving towards natural diamonds as their purchasing power increases.
5. Rigorous Consumer Protection & Clear Declarations:
Shah stressed that protecting and educating consumers is a collective responsibility. He called for strict consumer-protection laws and clear declarations identifying diamond categories across invoices, certificates, branding, and marketing materials, including in local languages. He urged the global diamond industry and its trade bodies to speak with one voice to governments to establish and implement appropriate standards.
6. Unified Global Grading Standards:
Describing standardization of grading systems as one of the industry’s most important needs, Shah called on trade bodies, gemological laboratories, and governments to work together towards a standardized and regulated grading framework. Drawing a parallel with precious-metal purity standards, he argued that eliminating discrepancies between laboratory grading systems would reduce consumer confusion, strengthen confidence, and make diamond values more trusted.
7. A Global Mark of Authenticity for Natural Diamonds:
Shah proposed a globally registered mark of authenticity for natural diamonds, drawing an analogy with the Woolmark as a trusted symbol of genuine wool or Hallmark for Gold. Such a mark could provide consumers worldwide with an immediate indication of authenticity while reinforcing the distinct identity and credibility of natural diamonds.
8. The “Happy Pipeline” & A United Diamond Family:
Shah concluded by emphasizing the importance of a “Happy Pipeline,” describing the diamond industry as one interconnected family that includes everyone from those working in mines and diamond artisans to manufacturers, graders, retailers, and other participants across the value chain. Since diamonds ultimately represent happiness, he stressed that the industry must first ensure that everyone within the diamond family is able to share in that happiness.
Furthermore, Shah said:
“The future lies in collaboration. It lies in authentic storytelling. It lies in technological innovation. It lies in consumer confidence. And above all, it lies in unified industry working together. Let us therefore work together to build a natural diamond industry that is trusted by consumer, empowered by technology, united in purposes and prepared for the generation to come. Thank you, and I wish DFHK and NDC every success in their continued efforts to strengthen the natural diamond industry globally”
Concluding his address, President Shah extended a warm invitation to members of the Hong Kong trade to attend the upcoming India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) in Mumbai.
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