365Telugu.com online news,December 12th,2024: CII Telangana is organizing the fourth edition of its flagship event, CII Telangana Packcon 2024, a two-day summit focused on future-ready packaging solutions. The event, scheduled for December 12–13, 2024, in Hyderabad, brings together industry experts, innovators, and stakeholders to explore solutions addressing global market challenges.
With the theme, “Innovating Today for Tomorrow’s Global Market Challenges – Packaging & Beyond,” the summit emphasizes cutting-edge technologies and sustainable strategies that can redefine the packaging sector. The event serves as a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and showcasing innovations in packaging design and manufacturing.
Dr. Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Special Chief Secretary for Industry & Commerce, IT & EC Department, Government of Telangana, graced the event as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Ranjan highlighted the critical role of the packaging sector in driving India’s net zero ambitions. He stated that as India targets net zero by 2070, the packaging industry must lead with innovation and adopt advanced technologies.
Dr. Ranjan also emphasized the importance of co-locating packaging companies with other industries within Telangana’s industrial parks. Additionally, he encouraged collaboration between the packaging sector and the Young Indian Skills University to create industry-specific curricula and ensure a skilled workforce.
- Mr. Raja Bhanu, Director General, Pharmexcil
- Spoke about the pivotal role of the packaging sector in India’s booming pharmaceutical industry, which currently has an annual turnover of $53-54 billion.
- Emphasized the need for high-quality packaging solutions to maintain product stability and incorporate circular economy principles.
- Advocated for the use of AI and machine learning to improve efficiencies in packaging processes.
- Mr. Anil Epur, Past Chairman – CII SR
- Highlighted the factors driving the growth of the packaging industry, such as population growth, rising incomes, and changing consumer lifestyles.
- Stressed the importance of sustainable packaging and its role in fostering a circular economy, where materials are reused or regenerated to extend their lifecycle.
- Mr. Chakravarthi AVPS, Chairman – CII Packcon 2024
- Called for innovation in packaging solutions with a focus on sustainability, biodegradability, and recycling.
- Emphasized the need for authenticity in packaging to combat counterfeit products.
- Mr. R S Reddy, Vice Chairman, CII Telangana
- Along with other industry leaders, addressed the importance of innovation and collaboration in ensuring the packaging sector’s growth.
CII Telangana Packcon 2024 successfully brought together industry leaders and delegates from across the country to discuss transformative trends in packaging. The event reiterated the importance of sustainable and innovative packaging solutions in addressing global challenges.