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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Announces Major Expansion with ₹1,580 Crore Investment, set to open 20 new showrooms in March 2026
Set to create 725 jobs across emerging and high-growth markets, strengthening Malabar’s leadership in jewellery retail
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world’s largest and most trusted jewellery retailer has announced a major retail expansion with the launch of 20 new showrooms before 31st March 2026, marking one of the fastest showroom rollout initiatives in the Indian jewellery sector. The latest expansion drive will take the total global showroom count to 445 showrooms across 14 countries, with presence in 22 states and Union Territories across India further reinforcing its position as one of the most trusted and expansive jewellery retail chains in the world.
The expansionentails a total investment of INR 1,580 crore and is expected to generate over 725 employment opportunities, underlining the group’s continued commitment to India’s economic growth, job creation, and retail sector development.
The new showrooms will be launched across Jhansi, Kallakurichy, Gwalior, Chittoor, Haldwani, Theni, Jamnagar, Ranchi, VIP Road Kolkata, Aligarh, KR Puram (Bengaluru), Inorbit Mall Vizag, Kanchrapara, Serampore, Gokul Road Hubli, Maninagar, Gurugram Sector 14, Jubilee Hills (Hyderabad), Sangareddy and Guwahati strengthening the brand’s presence across both emerging and established jewellery markets.
The milestone comes at a moment of national pride following India’s recent T20 World Cup triumph, reflecting the spirit of ambition, resilience, and collective excellence that continues to power India’s growth story.

Speaking on this landmark, M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said, “India’s rise on the global stage is powered by the confidence, aspirations and entrepreneurial spirit of its people. Our decision to launch 20 showrooms in 20 days reflects our strong conviction in the country’s long-term growth potential and our commitment to expanding access to world-class jewellery retail experiences. At Malabar Gold & Diamonds, our journey has always been guided by trust, values, and a vision to create lasting impact for customers, employees, and the communities we serve.”
With a rapidly growing global footprint and a steadfast commitment to trust, ethics, and retail excellence, Malabar Gold & Diamonds continues to redefine leadership in the global jewellery industry while actively contributing to India’s economic growth.
ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) initiative has been the primary commitment of Malabar Group since its inception in 1993, with 5% of net profits set aside towards such initiatives in each country of operations. The key focus is in the areas of Health, Hunger Free World, Housing, Education, Women Empowerment & Environment.
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Kantilal Jewellers, Launches Flagship Showroom At Vastrapur, Ahmedabad
Marking Its First Expansion Outside Surat, The Massive Three-Story Space Is The Brand’s Largest Retail Destination To Date.
Surat-based Kantilal Jewellers, a legacy brand established in 1948, has expanded beyond its home base with the launch of a 28,000 sq. ft. flagship showroom at Keshavbaug Capital, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad.
Marking its first expansion outside Surat, the massive three-story space is the brand’s largest retail destination to date.

Palatial Architectural Concept: The store design takes inspiration from Jodhpur Palace, featuring Jharokha-style screens, marble passageways, domed skylights, chandelier lounges, and a central atrium linking all three levels.
Experiential Studio Retail: Departing from traditional counters, the showroom offers private studio spaces, VIP viewing areas, and dedicated experience centers.
Ambient Luxury: The shopping experience is elevated by live sitar and guitar performances alongside personalized consultation lounges.
Product Offering: The flagship showcases the brand’s signature gold, diamond, and bridal collections tailored for the Ahmedabad market.
Led by Director Jinay Choksi, this flagship rollout is a strategic move to establish a distinct, experiential luxury footprint across major Gujarat markets while preserving the heritage of the Kantilal brand.
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