The historic diamond trading street of Surat, where parcels change hands in the open through the working day.
Surat's diamond trade is geographic. Certain streets trade, certain belts manufacture, and the two are close enough that a parcel can move between them in minutes. Mahidharpura is one of those places, and knowing which area does what is most of the orientation a visitor needs.
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Surat, Gujarat
India's largest diamond exporter by value in 2024-25, with a share of about 10.87% of the country's diamond exports.
Surat, Gujarat
Held about 5.72% of India's diamond exports in 2024-25. The Kiran Group has offices, trading and manufacturing units in Mumbai, Surat, the UAE and the USA.
Surat, Gujarat
About 4.42% of India's diamond exports in 2024-25, with marketing networks in India, Hong Kong, Belgium and the USA.
Surat, Gujarat
Founded in 1992 by Savji Dholakia. Operates a 45-acre manufacturing unit in Surat with over 10,000 workers and distributes to more than 110 countries.
Surat, Gujarat
Held about 3.30% of India's diamond exports in 2024-25.
Surat, Gujarat
Held about 3.20% of India's diamond exports in 2024-25.
Surat, Gujarat
Held about 1.92% of India's diamond exports in 2024-25.
Surat, Gujarat
Part of the international Rosy Blue group, with diamond manufacturing operations in Surat.
Surat, Gujarat
Established in 1986 and a De Beers DTC sightholder, with manufacturing in Gujarat.
Surat, Gujarat
A long-established Indian polished diamond exporter recognised in the GJEPC export awards.
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