The Indian Specialty Chemical Manufacturers’ Association (ISCMA) held its annual award function at the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) in Mumbai on March 9th 2023. The event was graced by several dignitaries, including the Chief Guest Mr. Rajendra Gogri (Chairman & Managing Director-Aarti Industries Limited), Shri Vinay Patil (President, ISCMA), Professor A.B. Pandit (Vice Chancellor, ICT), Shri Deepak Bhimani, Dr. Subhash Udeshi, Dr. Kishor M. Shah, and Shri Vineet Patel.
The event started with the welcome address by ISCMA President Shri Vinay Patil, who welcomed all the dignitaries and shared insights on the association’s activities throughout the year. He highlighted the role of ISCMA in promoting and supporting the growth of the Indian specialty chemical industry.
Later, Professor A.B. Pandit welcomed everyone to the ICT and gave a brief overview of the institution’s history, vision, and mission. He emphasized the importance of education and research in the chemical industry and the critical role that institutions like ICT play in advancing the field.
The highlight of the event was the presentation by the Chief Guest Mr. Rajendra Gogri on the topic of the growth of the Indian chemical industry. Mr. Gogri shared his insights on the current state of the industry, the challenges it faces, and the opportunities for growth and innovation. He emphasized the need for collaboration between industry, academia, and government to drive the growth of the sector.
The award function followed, where students, faculty, and support staff across the departments in chemical and textiles were recognized for their excellence and support to the Indian Chemical Industry.
The event concluded with light snacks and discussions among the members of ISCMA, industry leaders, dignitaries, and students. The event provided an excellent platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration among the various stakeholders in the Indian specialty chemical industry. It showcased the importance of recognizing and promoting excellence in education, research, and innovation, and the critical role of industry associations like ISCMA in advancing the sector. The event was a resounding success, and it is sure to have a positive impact on the future of the Indian specialty chemical industry.
