The Natural Diamond Council introduced April 8 as the day fora global movement to recognize the joy, passion and community that natural diamonds inspire
Mumbai: The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) designated April 8, 2026 as ‘World Diamond Day’, a day to celebrate natural diamonds and the stories they hold. Stories of love, milestones, heritage and personal triumphs- that every natural diamond carries – took centre stage, as people across the country came together to celebrate the meaning and emotion behind every diamond.
World Diamond Day was introduced as a global movement to recognize and celebrate the joy, passion and community that natural diamonds inspire. Beyond their brilliance, diamonds represent memories, legacy, and the craftsmanship of a passionate industry that brings these stories to life.
As a champion of the natural diamond industry, NDC led this collective celebration, encouraging people from across the industry – from artisans and manufacturers to retailers and consumers – to share their authentic stories. The movement came alive on social media, with participants sharing personal moments using hashtags #WorldDiamondDay and #NaturalDiamonds, turning the day into a vibrant, global narrative.
In India, the celebration reflected a compelling blend of heritage and modern aspiration, as leading diamantaires and manufacturers spotlighted the journey of a diamond from its natural origin to a finished masterpiece. The reach of World Diamond Day was supported by the active participation of the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), Gemological Institute of America (GIA), All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) and the Bharat Diamond Bourse, who joined the movement to celebrate natural diamonds. This collective spirit was also embraced by leading industry partners, including Venus Jewel, SRK Exports, HK Exports, KP Sanghvi, Dharmanandan Diamonds, FinestarJewellery and Diamonds,Shivam Jewels and A.S. Motiwala. Additionally, the movement was championed by prominent thought leaders such as Richa Goyal Sikri, Archana Thani, Nitya Aroraand Arundhati De Sheth, all of whom played a significant role in bringing authentic stories and personal perspectives from across the industry to the global stage.
Richa Singh, Managing Director, Natural Diamond Council (India), said,“World Diamond Day is a platform for people to share what their diamonds truly mean to them. At a time when consumers, especially younger audiences, are looking for more meaningful ways to celebrate, this initiative offers a reason to pause and honour those moments. Natural diamonds are the perfect custodians of our memories. This day is also a reminder of why we do what we do, to bring joy, emotion and meaning into people’s lives.”
World Diamond Day took shape as a reminder of the joy behind every diamond, the passion of the industry, and the stories that connect us all. The NDC released a dedicated toolkit with optional assets and guidelinesthat allowed participants to create their own assets for World Diamond Day, and also gave them the freedom to simply post in their own voice.
The Natural Diamond Council is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the integrity of the natural diamond industry worldwide. It serves as the authoritative voice of natural diamonds, inspiring and educating consumers through compelling stories of their rarity, positive impact and emotional value.
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