Bengaluru: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world’s largest jewellery groups, has been honoured with the prestigious India Gold Conference (IGC) Responsible Jewellery House Award for 2023-24.

This accolade, one of the most esteemed in the Indian jewellery sectors, recognises Malabar Gold & Diamonds for its unwavering commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.

The award acknowledges Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ dedication to procuring responsibly mined gold and diamonds from legitimate sources, ensuring that every piece of jewellery is crafted with the highest standards of purity and integrity.

On behalf of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, O. Asher, Managing Director of India Operations, received the award from Dr. Sundaravalli Narayanswamy, Chairperson of the India Gold Policy Centre, at a function held at the Hilton Manyata Business Park, Bengaluru, recently.

Speaking on the occasion, Malabar Group Chairman, M.P. Ahammed, expressed his gratitude and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to ethical practices. He said, “We are deeply honoured to receive the Award. Gold and diamonds are treasured gifts, often exchanged during life’s most joyful moments, such as weddings and birthdays. We are committed to ensuring that these precious materials are sourced ethically, from legitimate origins, free from exploitation. Only then can these gifts truly embody the sanctity, purity and brilliance they symbolise. We uphold this commitment from the moment gold is mined to the final product reaching our customers.”