Ranchi, 29 May 2025:
The Department of Zoology, St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi and Puresh Daily Foods Pvt. Ltd., Ranchi entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 29th May 2025, marking a significant step toward strengthening academia-industry collaboration.
The MoU establishes a collaborative framework for both institutions to engage in skill-based training, education, and research, aiming to equip students with industry-relevant knowledge and promote innovation through shared expertise.
The signing ceremony took place in the esteemed presence of Principal Fr. Dr. Robert Pradeep Kujur, Dr. Bharti Singh Raipat, Head of the Department of Zoology, Mr. Manish Piyush, Director of Puresh Daily Foods Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Aditya Kumar, representing the company.
Also present on the occasion were faculty members of the Department of Zoology:
Dr. N. V. A. Rao, Dr. Ritesh Kumar Shukla, Dr. Priya Srivastava, Dr. Manoj Kumar, Dr. Pipas Kumar, and Dr. Rakesh Ranjan.
Speaking on the occasion, Principal Fr. Dr. Robert Pradeep Kujur emphasized the importance of bridging academic knowledge with real-world applications, while Mr. Manish Piyush expressed his enthusiasm for creating platforms for student engagement, research, and sustainable development in the dairy and food sectors.
This MoU reflects a shared commitment to promoting innovation, fostering talent, and enhancing employability through cooperative initiatives between academia and industry.
