✅ Yes, the content seems to be true and authentic, as reported by several sources.

These include:

1. https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/kalyan-jewellers-eyeing-expansion-through-franchise-model-to-reduce-debt/123073440 - (Trust Score 9/10)

This Economic Times article from August 3, 2025, states that Kalyan Jewellers plans to open 170 new franchise stores in 2025-26, including 90 under the Kalyan brand and seven overseas, aiming to reduce its debt liabilities through this expansion.

2. https://economictimes.com/industry/cons-products/fashion-/-cosmetics-/-jewellery/kalyan-jewellers-eyeing-expansion-through-franchise-model-to-reduce-debt/articleshow/123072746.cms - (Trust Score 9/10)

Another Economic Times report confirms the same information regarding the franchise model expansion and its objective to cut down debt.

3. https://www.instagram.com/p/DM7vPb-TvTZ/ - (Trust Score 6/10)

Kalyan Jewellers’ official Instagram post also highlights the franchise-owned company-operated (FOCO) model aimed at 170 new showrooms in FY25.

These sources collectively confirm Kalyan Jewellers' plan to open 170 new franchise stores to drive expansion and reduce debt.