Jagan Metal Mart: Leading the Way in Retail
The Hindu
Jagan Metal Mart offers premium products at affordable prices, expanding business with top brands and diverse offerings.
Jagan Metal Mart, a leading retailer, is dedicated to providing premium products at affordable prices. Their mission is to offer everyday bargains, which has led to business expansion, including dealership outlets such as Voltas Beko, Kitchen Jewels, and IFB Point. Plans for a Repose mattresses outlet are underway, alongside expanding their plastic household articles manufacturing unit, ‘JV National Polymers,’ to 75,000 sq. ft. Additionally, they aim to open a 200,000 sq. ft. branch in Coimbatore.
The group of companies associated with Jagan Metal Mart includes Mahalakshmi Metal Mart, Jegan Metal Company, and JV National Polymers. These entities collectively contribute to the company’s overall success by diversifying their product offerings and strengthening their market presence.
A. Jaganathan, from Tirunelveli, started his entrepreneurial journey at 15, selling utensils and scraps on a bicycle in Gobichettipalayam in 1973. By 1983, he opened his first shop, which grew into Jagan Metal Mart, a leading retailer of electronics, furniture, and household items in the Erode district.
J. Balasingh, his son and Managing Director, joined the business in 2012. An MBA graduate, Balasingh diversified the company and opened a new 2.5-acre showroom in Gobi in 2018. Under his leadership, Jagan Metal Mart has received accolades from top brands like LG, Samsung, and Vivo.
Key team members include A. Kalidass (Manager, Mahalakshmi Metal Mart), S. Bahirathan (Manager, Jegan Metal Company), L. Mohanraj (Manager, JV National Polymers), and S. Ranjith Kumar (Manager, Jagan Metal Mart). Their diverse backgrounds and expertise have been instrumental in the company’s growth and success.
Jagan Metal Mart:
Jagan Metal Mart has a storied history marked by significant milestones that have contributed to its status as a leading retailer in the region. The journey began in 1983 when A. Jaganathan opened the first shop near the Gobichettipalayam bus stand with a team of 10 employees. This humble beginning laid the foundation for what would become a multifaceted enterprise. In 2005, Jagan Metal Mart expanded its operations by starting a plastic pot manufacturing unit, demonstrating a commitment to diversification and innovation. The year 2008 saw the establishment of a new showroom in Modachur, featuring two floors of retail space. By 2020, Jagan Metal Mart underwent a major renovation, resulting in a showroom that spans 100,000 square feet. This modern facility is one of the largest in West Tamil Nadu. In 2024, Jagan Metal Mart achieved another milestone by opening Erode District’s first VOLTAS branded showroom, along with its own premium brand showroom, “KITCHEN JEWELS.”