Diamond

• Surat polishes about 90% of the world’s mined diamonds, adding to roughly 80% of India’s diamond business every year.
• The city exports around $15 billion annually, making it the top diamond exporter in Asia.
• Surat is home to a cutting-edge facility run by De Beers, the world’s largest diamond company, called the International Institute of Diamond Grading and Research (IIDGR).

Surat, a city steeped in the tradition of diamond craftsmanship, boasts over 3,000 diamond processing units, employing approximately 500,000 skilled workers in its thriving diamond industry. This bustling hub not only contributes significantly to India’s GDP but also plays a crucial role in the global diamond trade, with an estimated annual turnover of over $15 billion. Additionally, Surat’s diamond industry is supported by a robust infrastructure, including state-of-the-art cutting and polishing facilities, gemological laboratories, and a vast network of traders and suppliers. With its rich legacy and unwavering commitment to excellence, Surat continues to shine as one of the world’s premier destinations for diamond cutting and polishing.