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KISNA opens two showrooms in Preet Vihar & Ghaziabad in Delhi

03 november 2023

KISNA, the jewelry brand under the Hari Krishna Group, brings over 18 years of unrivaled expertise in jewelry designing, manufacturing, and service to the vibrant city of Delhi NCR. KISNA's journey in the jewelry industry has been nothing short of exceptional. KISNA takes pride in its innovative "Mines to Market" setup, offering jewelry collections that cater to every occasion and segment of society.

The grand opening of KISNA's exclusive 11th showroom in Preet Vihar, New Delhi and 12th in Ghaziabad Delhi NCR, was graced by the distinguished presence of Mr Ghanshyam Dholakia, Founder & Managing Director, and Mr. Parag Shah, Director of Kisna.

At the launch of the new showrooms, Mr Ghanshyam Dholakia said, "We are elated to establish KISNA's second showroom in Preet Vihar Delhi and Third in Ghaziabad UP for introduce our latest designs to the city, our goal is to make diamonds accessible to every woman in the country, and our expansion plans aim to reach every household across India. At the new showrooms, we want consumers to experience the expertise of the Hari Krishna Group and provide them with a variety of diamond and gold jewelry options suitable for every occasion."

Mr Parag Shah stated: KISNA is determined to provide the residents of Delhi and Ghaziabad with jewelry that resonates with their distinctive style and preferences. The brand's commitment to quality and craftsmanship will shine through in every piece created for the Indian market. KISNA is dedicated to building strong relationships with its customers, ensuring that each individual feels valued and cherished."

Before the grand unveiling of the Preet Vihar and Ghaziabad showrooms, KISNA had already launched stores in various cities, including Siliguri, Hyderabad, Hisar, Ayodhya, Bareilly, Raipur, Dwarka Delhi, Mumbai, Jammu, and Bangalore. The addition of the Preet Vihar and Ghaziabad showrooms further solidifies KISNA's commitment to serving customers in diverse regions and cities across India.

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough & Polished