{"id":38357,"date":"2025-04-28T17:02:24","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T11:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delhinewswatch.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/28\/ibja-golden-girls-awards-honours-top-women-entrepreneurs-in-the-gem-jewellery-industry\/"},"modified":"2025-04-28T17:02:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T11:32:24","slug":"ibja-golden-girls-awards-honours-top-women-entrepreneurs-in-the-gem-jewellery-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delhinewswatch.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/28\/ibja-golden-girls-awards-honours-top-women-entrepreneurs-in-the-gem-jewellery-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"IBJA Golden Girls Awards Honours Top Women Entrepreneurs in the Gem &amp; Jewellery Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><b>Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], April 28: <\/b>Bengaluru\u2019s women entrepreneurs are shining on the global jewellery map, thanks to their remarkable contributions to the gem and jewellery industry, said Shri N. A. Haris, Chairman of the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA).<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"398\">He was addressing the audience at the\u00a0<strong data-end=\"483\" data-start=\"436\">3rd Edition of the IBJA Golden Girls Awards<\/strong>, held at Hotel Shangri-La, Bengaluru. The event was organized by the\u00a0<strong data-end=\"601\" data-start=\"553\">India Bullion &amp; Jewellers Association (IBJA)<\/strong>\u00a0under the leadership of\u00a0<strong data-end=\"699\" data-start=\"626\">Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta, National President (Jewellery Division, IBJA)<\/strong>, in association with\u00a0<strong data-end=\"770\" data-start=\"721\">Heera Zhaveraat Trade Media Group Enterprises<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1094\" data-start=\"773\">Highlighting Karnataka\u2019s growing global prominence, Shri Haris emphasized that\u00a0<strong data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"852\">Bengaluru<\/strong>\u00a0has secured a significant place in the world\u2019s gem and jewellery sector, largely due to the dynamism of its women entrepreneurs. Recognizing and celebrating their achievements through such awards, he noted, is truly commendable.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1033\">Delivering the keynote address,\u00a0<strong data-end=\"1091\" data-start=\"1065\">Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta<\/strong>\u00a0stated, \u201cEmpowering women is not a new concept; women are already powerful. Our gem and jewellery industry is glittering today because of leading women entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and excellence. Women have taken charge in every aspect \u2014 from designing to manufacturing \u2014 and are now the backbone of our industry. These awards honour their resilience, success, and their ability to set new standards of excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1033\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-68017 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/delhinewswatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953249.jpg\" alt=\"Entrepreneurs \" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/delhinewswatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953249.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/pnn.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953.249-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pnn.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953.249-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pnn.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953.249-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pnn.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953.249-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/pnn.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PNN-2025-04-28T161953.249-450x253.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1796\" data-start=\"1522\"><strong data-end=\"1574\" data-start=\"1522\">IBJA National President, Shri Prithviraj Kothari<\/strong>, added, \u201cThis year\u2019s edition in Bengaluru showcases our unwavering commitment to recognising the leadership and achievements of women in business. The Golden Girls Awards stand as a testament to their spirit and success.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"1798\"><strong data-end=\"1818\" data-start=\"1798\">Ms. Reena Shukla<\/strong>, Convener of the Golden Girls Awards and Director of\u00a0<strong data-end=\"1895\" data-start=\"1872\">Bajaj Overseas Ltd.<\/strong>, said, \u201cIt is a proud moment to recognize courageous women entrepreneurs who have thrived against all odds. The Golden Girls Awards are a celebration of their extraordinary journeys, and this year\u2019s edition brings together the finest talents, partners, and changemakers of the jewellery industry \u2014 truly a grand celebration of women\u2019s empowerment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"2415\" data-start=\"2244\">At the ceremony,\u00a0<strong data-end=\"2301\" data-start=\"2261\">13 distinguished women entrepreneurs<\/strong>\u00a0were felicitated with the prestigious\u00a0<strong data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2340\">Golden Girl Awards<\/strong>\u00a0for their outstanding contributions to the industry.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"2626\" data-start=\"2417\">The event also witnessed the presence of\u00a0<strong data-end=\"2484\" data-start=\"2458\">Mrs. Srilakshmi Kamath<\/strong>, Director of ABARAN, and\u00a0<strong data-end=\"2537\" data-start=\"2510\">Shri Bhanu Prasad Naidu<\/strong>, eminent industrialist from Ballari, who graced the occasion and applauded the awardees.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2628\">The\u00a0<strong data-end=\"2674\" data-start=\"2632\">3rd Edition of the Golden Girls Awards<\/strong>\u00a0stood as a resounding celebration of women\u2019s leadership, resilience, and entrepreneurial excellence in the gem and jewellery sector.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2628\"><em>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. We will respond and rectify the situation in the next 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], April 28: Bengaluru\u2019s women entrepreneurs are shining on the global jewellery map, thanks to their remarkable contributions to the gem and jewellery industry, said Shri N. A. Haris, Chairman of the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA). 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