- By Shivam Shandilya
- Sun, 17 Dec 2023 07:02 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Surat Diamond Bourse Inauguration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Surat Diamond Bourse in Gujarat on Sunday, December 17. According to news agency ANI, citing official sources, it will be the world's largest and most modern centre for the international diamond and jewellery business. It will be a global hub for trading both rough and polished diamonds as well as jewellery.
The bourse will comprise a state-of-the-art 'Customs Clearance House' for Import-Export, a jewellery mall for retail jewellery businesses, and a facility for International Banking and Safe Vaults.
According to news agency ANI, quoting sources, PM Modi will also inaugurate the new terminal of Surat Airport, built at Rs 353 crore. The airport has been given a heritage look and is inspired by the old Kashta houses of Rander. After the inauguration, Surat Airport will be able to handle 1800 passengers per hour during peak hours and 35 lakh passengers annually.
Earlier in July, Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to a media report on 'X' that said that the Surat Diamond Burse has now overtaken the Pentagon, which has till date housed the world's largest office building for the last 80 years.
"Surat Diamond Bourse showcases the dynamism and growth of Surat's diamond industry. It is also a testament to India's entrepreneurial spirit. It will serve as a hub for trade, innovation and collaboration, further boosting our economy and creating employment opportunities," he posted.
The Diamond Bourse is the world's largest interconnected building, as it houses over 4,500 interconnected offices. The office building is even larger than the Pentagon and is the country's largest customs clearance house.
Prime Minister Modi will later set off to Varanasi for a two-day visit, where he will flag off the city's second Vande Bharat running between Varanasi and Delhi.
(With input from agencies)