Editor’s Note
This article highlights the Bharat Diamond Bourse’s proactive steps to align with international standards by hosting a key Responsible Jewellery Council event. It underscores the industry’s growing emphasis on ethical sourcing and transparency as essential components for future growth and global trust.
Reinforcing its commitment to global best practices, Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) hosted the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Roadshow, bringing together international experts and industry professionals for focused discussions on responsible, transparent, and future-ready practices in the diamond and jewellery sector.
Led by Dave Meleski, Chairman, RJC, the programme featured detailed presentations by Suzanne Brooks, General Manager – Standards, and Andreea Cojanu-Davidoiu, General Manager – Quality & Compliance Assurance, along with Kinjal Shah, Head of Asian Development at RJC. The speakers outlined updated RJC standards, assurance frameworks, certification pathways, and the rising importance of ESG principles that are defining expectations across the global supply chain.
About 75 diamantaires, compliance specialists, and sustainability professionals participated in the session, engaging in meaningful dialogue around responsible sourcing, risk management, and international compliance benchmarks. The interactions highlighted the increasing urgency for companies to strengthen governance structures and align processes with global ethical norms.
— Shri Anoop Mehta, President, BDB
— Shri Mehul Shah, Vice President, BDB
The programme concluded with an interactive Q&A session, offering participants practical guidance on implementing RJC standards and strengthening internal compliance systems to meet growing stakeholder expectations.
BDB will continue to welcome global organisations and experts, ensuring that the Indian diamond industry remains aligned with the world’s highest ethical, responsible, and compliance standards.
