KGK Group
OUR STORY
The KGK Group originated in 1905 when Shri Keshrimalji Kothari began trading Burmese coloured gemstones in Jaipur, India. His principled and passionate approach is evident today throughout our company. Inspired by his father’s vision, Shri Ghisilalji Kothari helped establish our tradition for innovation and diversity, and led the group’s initial growth and expansion.
The company prospered exponentially and grew into a leading multinational corporation under our third generation leadership. We continue to conduct our business according to the highest principles of faith, respect and integrity that guided our founders.
OUR FOUNDERS

Shri Keshrimal Kothari
(1884 – 1956)

Shri Ghisilal Kothari
(1915 – 1975)
MILESTONES

Shri Keshrimal Kothari begins trading coloured gemstones between Jaipur, India and Rangoon, Burma
1905

KGK starts trading coloured gemstones in Chennai
1915

Mr Navrattan Kothari joins KGK Group
1960

Operation established in Hong Kong
1962

Launched coloured stone operations in USA
1972

Diamond sourcing operations launched in Mumbai
1975

Diamond processing operations established in Mumbai
1986

Jewellery manufacturing unit opens in SEEPZ (Mumbai)
1996

KGK awarded Sightholder status by De Beers
1997

Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital and Research Centre opens in Jaipur
1997

Jewellery manufacturing unit established in Panyu, China
1999

Wholesale jewellery operations launched in India
2002

Fine jewellery house brand Entice launched in Hong Kong
2004

First Entice boutique launched in Jaipur, India
2009

KGK real estate division established in India
2010

New KGK office opens in the Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai
October 2012

KGK opens diamond manufacturing unit in Bostwana, Africa
August 2014

Jewellery manufacturing unit established in Bangkok to produce silver pieces
January 2015

KGK Diamonds Botswana becomes a De Beers Sightholder
March 2015

KGK inks collaboration with well-known Australian jewellery distributor, Ausdiam
January 2016

KGK unveils new corporate identity and group website
May 2016

Namibia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Mr. Tom Alweendo launched KGK’s diamond manufacturing unit in Windhoek
April 2018

Hon’ble Minister of Mineral Resources and Petroleum Mr. Diamantino Azevedo launched KGK’s diamond manufacturing unit in Angola
November 2019

KGK unveils jewellery manufacturing unit in Sitapura, Jaipur
August 2020

His Excellency Joao Lourenco, President of Angola inaugurated KGK’s diamond manufacturing factory in Saurimo
August 2021

His Excellency Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi, President of Botswana inaugurated KGK’s Diamond and Jewellery manufacturing in Gaborone, Botswana
January 2023

Under his astute guidance KGK has evolved into a
modern multinational that operates to world-class
standards with state-of-the-art infrastructure. His
leadership has enabled KGK to innovate and expand
into numerous markets and achieve global growth
and recognition.
and humanity, which places the highest value on
trust, integrity, ethics and corporate responsibility. As
Patriarch, Mr Kothari steers the company and
enlightens and inspires our team worldwide with his
insights, experience and acumen.


the next level of growth as we expand into new
markets. He manages the gems and jewellery
business, from mining to retail brands.

establishing diamond manufacturing in Mumbai.
Since then he has developed many verticals,
including international sales and marketing,
jewellery manufacturing, gemstone mining,
jewellery retailing and real estate. He also leads
the group’s IT and corporate identity initiatives.

involved in diamond procurement and processing
and was responsible for growing the business
considerably worldwide.
centre, he has been instrumental in expanding our
polished diamonds sales in Europe. His many
successful initiatives include developing trusted
supplier relationships with world renowned mining
companies.
