Malabar Gold & Diamonds launches 3.45L sq.ft Hyderabad unit with 4.7T gold jewellery/year capacity, employing 2,750+ artisans under ‘Make in India’ vision.
Key Highlights
✅ Fully Integrated Facility: Combines design, refining, manufacturing, hallmarking & supply chain under one roof
✅ Massive Scale:
- 4.7 tonnes gold jewellery/year
- 1.8 lakh carats diamond jewellery/year
- 78 tonnes gold refining capacity/year
✅ Employment Generator: 2,750+ skilled artisans employed (40% local hires)
✅ Global Footprint: Strengthens position as one of world’s largest jewellery manufacturers
✅ ‘Make in India’ Vision: Supports domestic production for global markets
Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ Hyderabad Facility: A Game-Changer for Indian Jewellery Sector
Hyderabad, Telangana – Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kerala-based global jewellery giant, has inaugurated its largest-ever fully integrated manufacturing unit in Hyderabad, marking a strategic expansion of its production capabilities.
Facility at a Glance
- Location: General Park, Maheshwaram (Ranga Reddy district)
- Size: 3.45 lakh sq.ft (group’s largest among 14 units worldwide)
- Workforce:
- 2,750+ artisans from 18 Indian states
- 40% local employment
- 80:20 male-female ratio
Production Capacity
| Category | Annual Capacity |
|---|---|
| Gold Jewellery | 4.7 tonnes |
| Diamond Jewellery | 1.8 lakh carats |
| Gold Refining | 78 tonnes |
Note: Brings total group capacity to 40.68 tonnes gold & 3.61 lakh carats diamonds annually
Leadership Vision
M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group:
“This state-of-the-art unit aligns with our ‘Make in India, Market to the World’ vision, producing world-class jewellery for global markets.”
Asher O, MD (India Operations):
“Our vertical integration across the jewellery value chain positions us uniquely to meet India’s growing demand for exquisite jewellery.”
Strategic Importance
- Supply Chain Control: End-to-end operations reduce dependencies
- Quality Assurance: In-house hallmarking ensures purity standards
- Export Potential: Strengthens India’s position as global jewellery hub
- Skill Development: Creates specialized employment opportunities
Market Context
- Retail Network: 400+ showrooms across 13 countries
- Domestic Focus: India remains core market despite global presence
- Industry Trend: Increasing preference for organized retail jewellery
Conclusion
The Hyderabad facility cements Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ position as a global jewellery powerhouse while contributing significantly to:
- Local employment in Telangana
- India’s jewellery exports
- Organized sector growth
Future Outlook:
- Capacity expansion to meet rising demand
- Technology adoption in jewellery manufacturing
- Enhanced global competitiveness
Discover more about India’s evolving jewellery manufacturing landscape.