The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) inaugurated the third show of the 7th Preferred Manufacturers of India (PMI) Buyer–Seller Meet today at the ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. Taking place from 21st to 23rd November 2025, the three-day event unites the country’s top manufacturers and retailers for a premium celebration of artistry, innovation, and trade excellence.
The event opened in the presence of GJC’s esteemed leadership, whose participation set an inspiring tone and reaffirmed PMI’s role as one of India’s most exclusive platforms for high-quality sourcing and industry collaboration.
PMI Chennai 2025 began with an impressive luxury showcase featuring 43 leading exhibitors across generic gold, antique gold, couture, and gemstone categories. The Diamond Pavilion—powered by IDT Gemological Laboratories Worldwide—brings together 15 prominent diamond manufacturers, accompanied by one exhibitor from the Allied & Machinery segment. In all, 60 curated participants are presenting exclusive collections to more than 200 hosted retailers, making this edition one of the most awaited and thoughtfully designed events in the industry calendar.
Beyond product displays, PMI continues to foster a premium, relationship-focused environment that enables meaningful one-on-one discussions. The event will also feature a refined Networking Dinner, offering a relaxed yet elite atmosphere for deeper engagement and stronger business partnerships.
Key Industry Leaders on PMI Chennai 2025
Rajesh Rokde – Chairman, GJC
“In the last two quarters, retailers have clearly shifted toward lighter, design-focused jewellery and are planning wedding-season inventories earlier. PMI Chennai aligns perfectly with this trend—bringing top gold, diamond, and lightweight daily-wear manufacturers directly to serious buyers. It accelerates discovery, negotiation, and conversion, which is exactly what the market needs now.”
Avinash Gupta – Vice Chairman, GJC
“Retailers today operate in a market shaped by fresh designs and transparent value. PMI Chennai meets this demand by showcasing exclusive, market-ready collections suited to regional and national preferences. It helps retailers evaluate quality, pricing, timelines, and trends in a focused environment, strengthening inventory planning ahead of peak season.”
Chetan Thadeshwar – Convener, PMI
“PMI Chennai is engineered as a precision-led sourcing platform, uniting 43 premium gold stalls, 15 exhibitors in the IDT-powered Diamond Pavilion, and 1 Allied & Machinery participant. It offers retailers access to some of the country’s top manufacturers and their design-forward collections. PMI continues to elevate focused sourcing, premium networking, and results-driven business interaction.”
Saiyam Mehra – IPC, GJC & Joint Convener, PMI
“With wedding demand rising and discretionary jewellery purchases growing, the next few months are crucial for retailers. PMI Chennai gives them access to differentiated, fast-selling collections—whether bridal gold, innovative diamonds, or strong lightweight lines—enabling smarter sourcing and greater competitiveness.”
Madan Kothari – Joint Convener, PMI
“PMI Chennai reflects the core of a curated, precision-driven sourcing experience. With leading gold manufacturers, a high-value Diamond Pavilion, and a format built for meaningful conversations, retailers can plan the season with clarity and confidence. PMI’s structured, relationship-focused ecosystem is invaluable in today’s high-demand environment, and this edition will help unlock significant business growth.”