M.P. Ahammed: Visionary Founder of Malabar Gold
M.P. Ahammed, born in Kerala in 1957, is the founder-chairman of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, a global jewellery retail behemoth. He began his career in spice trading but soon pivoted to gold and diamonds when he noticed the potential in India’s jewellery market. Launching Malabar Gold in 1993 with a modest investment, Ahammed focused on trust and transparency, pioneering the introduction of BIS-hallmarked jewellery in Kerala. His customer-first philosophy and relentless drive for quality propelled Malabar Gold into an enterprise valued at $6.2 billion, with hundreds of stores worldwide. M.P. Ahammed’s story reflects resilience, innovative thinking, and a passion for raising industry standards. Today, he stands as one of India’s most influential business leaders.