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Over 1,00,000+ unique designs to add sparkle to 15th edition of HJF
The Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl and Gem Fair (HJF 2023), the most awaited and premium jewellery trade show of South India, is back in the city of Pearls in its 15th milestone edition. The turnkey exhibition will be held between the 9th – 11th of June 2023 at HICC, Novotel, Hitech City. The flagship show, organised by Informa Markets in India, India’s leading B2B exhibitions organiser, is being held in association with Hitech City Jewellery Manufacturers Association (HJMA) and,for the first time, India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).
The trade show will be a three-day glittering trade extravaganza for India’s leading jewellers in the City of Pearls at the HICC Novotel Hyderabad with • Over 650 brands, 8,000 plus professionals, after-hours networking & fashion show and power-packed conferences will add glitter to the show
This celebrates a 15 years of legacy and trust being celebrated with a strategic alliance between Informa Markets in India, and key associations HJMA and IBJA
Commenting on the maiden association with HJF at a Press Meet held in Hyderabad today , Chetan Kumar Mehta – National Vice-President, India Bullion and Jewellers Association Ltd. (IBJA) said “We are pleased to partner with Informa Markets in India, the world leader in organising jewellery exhibitions and HJMA on the occasion of the 15th edition of the show. This partnership will strengthen the business and networking relations between us and generate an opportunity for members to procure the best deals in this dynamic market. I request everyone to avail and leverage the maximum benefit from this opportunity to grow their business”.
Mukesh Agarwal – Vice-President, Hitech City Jewellery Manufactures Association (HJMA) said, “HJF is a landmark expo that has delivered amazing results over the years, and the feedback from the buyers and manufacturers has inevitably been very impressive.”
Announcing the launch of the 15th edition of HJF, Pallavi Mehra, Senior Group Director, Informa Markets in India, said “I am delighted to associate with India Bullion and Jewellers Association Ltd. (IBJA) one of the esteemed & growing association of India. Our association with Hitech City Jewellery Manufactures Association over a period of 15 years and strategic partnership with IBJA will help us to serve the gems and jewellery industry more effectively. I am confident that the expertise received from these dynamic associations will give new business aspect to Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl and Gem Fair 2023 and benefit the industry.”
The Gems and Jewellery community will witness an exclusive evening event on Day 1 with The Power of Young that celebrates the achievements of young jewellers pertaining to South India’s Gem and Jewellery community, followed by a glamourous fashion show showcasing the seasonal trends by top exhibitors and a networking night.
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Kerala Tourism Minister Inaugurates Kerala Jewellery International Fair 2026 in Kochi
Industry Leaders and Policymakers Come Together At KJIF 2026 To Strengthen Kerala’s Position As A Leading Jewellery Trade Hub.
The Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2026 was formally inaugurated at the Adlux International Convention & Exhibition Centre in Angamaly, Kochi, marking the beginning of one of the region’s most significant gatherings for the gems and jewellery industry.




The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Sri P. C. Vishnunadh, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism and Culture, Government of Kerala, in the presence of an esteemed line-up of policymakers, industry leaders, and trade representatives from across India.

” It is heartening to see such a large turnout of visitors at KJIF, not only from Kerala and South India but from across the country. This is not a regional show, this is a national trade event. This is an important platform that will contribute to the growth of the GJ industry”
P C Vishnunadh
Hon Minister for Tourism and Culture, Govt of Kerala
Guests of Honour included P. K. Kunhalikutty, Hon’ble Minister for Industries and Information Technology, Government of Kerala; P. M. A. Sameer, Member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly; and Raju Apsara, President of the Kerala Vyapaari Vyasayi Ekopan Samiti.



Representing leading industry organisations and institutions were Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC); Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, India, World Gold Council; and Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO of the India Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES).
The inauguration ceremony also witnessed the participation of prominent jewellery industry stalwarts, including Varghese Alukka, Managing Director of Jos Alukka; Saiyam Mehra, Immediate Past Chairman of the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC); Sriram, Past President of the Tamil Nadu Jewellers Federation; Balasubramanian from the Madurai Jewellers & Bullion Merchant Association; and Muthu Krishnan from the Coimbatore Jewellers Manufacturers Association.



Senior representatives from the Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (KGSMA), including State President K. Surendran and General Secretary Adv. S. Abdul Nazar, were also present, alongside V. K. Manoj, Director – Projects at United Exhibitions.
Bringing together retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, trade bodies, and policymakers, KJIF 2026 aims to serve as a strategic platform for business networking, product showcases, and discussions on emerging trends shaping the future of the jewellery industry. The fair further reinforces Kerala’s longstanding position as a vital centre for gold jewellery trade, craftsmanship, and innovation in India.
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