Strengthening industry–academia collaboration for future-ready talent. Parason Machinery, in collaboration with Pakka Skills, marked the launch of the PG Diploma in Pulp & Paper Technology, featuring specialized academic training at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee).
Bridging Academic Learning and Industry Needs
The initiative aims to bridge academic learning and industry requirements through:
- Technical education in pulp and paper technology
- Hands-on training
- Practical industry exposure for students entering the pulp and paper industry
Parason at the Launch
Representing Parason Machinery, Mr. Mahipal Saini (Manager) participated in the event, while Mr. Madhure Desarda (Director) shared his message virtually.
Industry and Academic Leaders
The launch brought together distinguished industry and academic representatives, including:
- Mr. Ved Krishna, Group CEO, Pakka
- Mr. Pawan Agarwal, Managing Director, Naini Papers; President, Indian Paper Manufacturers Association
- Ms. Sarita Upadhyay, CEO, Pakka Foundation
- Mr. Mayank Jindal, Business Head & COO, Pakka
- Mr. Mukesh Gupta, COO & Director, Katyani Paper
- Dr. Vibhore K. Rastogi, Associate Professor, Department of Paper & Packaging Technology, IIT Roorkee
- Dr. Bipin Thapliyal, Secretary General, IARPMA
- Mr. Mukesh Kumar Tyagi, Director of Technical Operations, Naini Papers
- Dr. Ashwani Kumar Dixit, Head, Pakka Skills
Continuing Parason’s Commitment to Skill Development
Through this collaboration, Parason continues to support practical learning and the development of skilled professionals for the pulp and paper industry. It builds on Parason’s earlier work with IIT Roorkee, including joint research on eco-friendly tableware from wheat straw.
Skilled operators and engineers are central to running modern stock preparation and paper machine lines safely and efficiently. Learn more about Parason.
