Kiran Gems

Kiran Gems is an Indian company engaged in the manufacturing of natural polished diamonds. It was founded in 1985.

History

Kiran Gems was founded in 1985 by Vallabhbhai S. Patel, who began as a diamond cutter in Gujarat before relocating to Mumbai to establish the company with his brothers, Babubhai S. Lakhani and Mavjibhai S. Patel. Initially a small manufacturing firm in Surat, Kiran saw gradual growth and gained recognition from the Indian government as an Export House in 1996 and a Trading House in 1999. To support its expanding export business, Kiran set up a marketing arm, Kiran Exports BVBA, in Antwerp, Belgium, and partnered with Millenium Diamonds Co. Ltd. in Thailand.

Awards and recognition

The company has been recognized by the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council at the Indian Gems and Jewellery Awards for being the highest exporter of cut and polished diamonds for 12 consecutive years from 2007 to 2019, and again from 2020 to 2023. In addition, Kiran Gems has also been honored with awards for the Highest Turnover, the Highest Taxpayer Company, and was named the Most Socially Responsible Company for the year 2016-17.