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VBJ Since 1900 unveils extravagant AADI Festival Campaign

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1 year ago

July 10, 2025

VBJ Since 1900, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery brand has announced the launch of its six-week long ‘Extravagant Aadi’ festival campaign from 11^th July to 17^th August 2025. As part of this festive initiative, VBJ Since 1900 is offering exclusive Aadi discounts across all its categories – Gold, Diamond, Silver, Solitaire, Platinum and Precious Stone jewellery.

VBJ Since 1900 takes immense pride in being the makers of the historic Sengol, a sacred symbol of India’s democratic journey. Rediscovered after 72 years, the Sengol was unearthed by the VBJ team, who meticulously researched and identified it. This significant discovery culminated in the Sengol being installed in India’s new Parliament building, right beside the Speaker’s chair—marking the brand’s deep connection to India’s rich cultural and national heritage. Carrying forward this spirit of tradition, with the extravagant Aadi campaign, VBJ Since 1900 is offering customers 20% off on making charges and VA for gold, diamond, silver, platinum and precious stone jewellery; 10% off on silver jewellery and 3–5% off on solitaire diamonds. These offers are valid at VBJ’s showrooms in Anna Salai, Anna Nagar and also in their Dallas, Frisco (USA).

Speaking about the occasion, Amarendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ Since 1900, said, “Aadi is a sacred time of worship, prosperity and devotion. At VBJ Since 1900, we celebrate this spirit with exquisite designs and collections that blend legacy with innovation. Patrons can experience the joy of owning beautifully handcrafted jewellery.” Adding to this, Jithendra Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ Since 1900, shared, “VBJ has long stood for trust and tradition. Through our Extravagant Aadi campaign, we aim to reach out to a wider audience. Our customers can also benefit from our customisation options, quick delivery timelines, and the assurance of quality that comes with every VBJ piece.”

Customers are invited to visit early to explore the widest festive selection and take-home jewellery that celebrates both tradition and personal milestones.

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Belgian Consul General H. E. Mr. Pierre Stverlynck Graces BDB Annual Day

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16 hours ago

October 19, 2026

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Event marks 42 years of Incorporation and 16 years of Operations
Recently-appointed Consul-General’s first visit to the Bourse helps strengthen a century-old bond
Long service awards presented to outstanding employees

Bharat Diamond Bourse today marked 42 years of incorporation and 16 years since the commencement of operations at the BDB Complex in BKC with a special programme graced by H. E. Pierre Stverlynck – Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai as Chief Guest and a number of leading diamantaires.

The function was organised to celebrate the crucial roles played both by the visionaries who conceptualised the need for a centralised infrastructure to boost the diamond trade over four decades ago, and the employees who have run the daily operations in a highly efficient and professional manner.

In his Welcome Address, BDB Vice President, Mehul Shah explained the significance of celebrating twin milestones – 42 years of incorporation and 16 years of operations. He said:

“BDB began with a vision and is now the world’s largest operational bourse, and a symbol of India’s leadership in the diamond world and excellence in every aspect of operations.”

He added, “It is significant that the Consul General of Belgium is with us on this special occasion. Antwerp and Mumbai have a very close relationship, going back more than 100 years. Today the two cities have bonds based on trust, trade and friendship. We are committed to strengthening this bond over the next century as well.”

Congratulating the awardees he said that members may be the owners, but it is the staff who run the complex and have helped build it as the “best of the best” centres for diamonds. “Personal integrity combined with hi-tech surveillance have made BDB one of the safest places in the world,” he explained, and urged all present never to forget that “it is the soldiers who fight and win the wars.” Mr Shah offered compliments to all the awardees and congratulated Team BDB.

Speaking on the occasion, Anoop Mehta, President BDB, welcomed Mr Stverlynck who has recently assumed charge as Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai.

“We are sure that this will be the first of many visits to our Bourse,” he said, noting that the Consulate is the nearest neighbour of the complex.

“The BDB leadership has always enjoyed a very special relationship with the Belgian consulate,” he added, “built on the longstanding bonds between the diamond industry in our two countries.”

Mr Mehta said it was heartening that so many employees had remained loyal to the BDB for multiple years, and urged all gathered to reach out through their department heads to put forward suggestions for further changes and improvements

Mr Stverlynck, who was on his first visit to the Bourse after assuming charge as Consul General, said he was extremely impressed with the facilities available for exporters within the complex. Assuring the trade of cooperation and support, he said he was happy to be personally present to celebrate such a remarkable institution as BDB that has become a key pillar of the India diamond industry.

Congratulating the leadership for its role in steering the bourse, as well as those employees who had received long service awards, Mr. Stverlynck said:

“The consolidated knowledge and experience of so many from those at the top to a number of others who contributed in various ways, is an asset to the industry.”

Special long service awards were presented to employees who completed special milestones during the year. These included 30-year, 25-, 15-, 10- and 5-year service awards to a few employees.