AGI Greenpac Appoints Dushyant Kumar As Chief Operating Officer For Its Aluminium Cans Business

AGI Greenpac Limited, India's leading packaging products company and the country's most profitable glass packaging manufacturer, announced the appointment of Mr. Dushyant Kumar as Chief Operating Officer of its Aluminium Cans business.

With an engineering background, Dushyant brings over three decades of experience in the metal packaging and beverage can industry, including leadership roles at Canpack India and extensive exposure across global markets. Over the course of his career, he has built and managed businesses across operations, supply chain, and commercial strategy.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Rajesh Khosla, CEO, AGI Greenpac, said: “We are pleased to welcome a leader whose strong operational expertise aligns with our culture of disciplined execution. As we expand into the aluminium cans segment, we are entering a category that is seeing strong momentum globally and in India, driven by changing consumer preferences and increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Aluminium is one of the most sustainable materials in the world, infinitely recyclable without any loss of quality, and we believe this is the right time for us to build a strong presence in this space.”

Commenting on joining the organisation, Mr. Dushyant Kumar said: “I am excited to join AGI Greenpac at a transformative phase in its growth journey. The Company has established a strong reputation and leadership position in glass packaging, and its entry into aluminium cans reflects a forward-looking vision aligned with evolving market and sustainability trends. I look forward to working closely with the team to build a high-quality, customer-centric organisation that drives innovation, operational excellence, and long-term growth in the aluminium cans segment.”

The appointment comes at a strategic time as AGI Greenpac accelerates the development of its aluminium cans venture. Earlier this month, the Company announced the ground-breaking ceremony for its Greenfield aluminium beverage cans manufacturing facility in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, marking the formal commencement of construction for the project. With a proposed investment of approximately ₹1,000 crore, the plant will launch with two production lines capable of a combined output of 1.6 billion cans per year and, through debottlenecking initiatives, the total capacity can be expanded to over 2 billion cans annually. The plant is expected to become operational by FY28 and will cater to the rapidly growing demand from India’s beverage industry.

About AGI Greenpac Limited:

AGI Greenpac Limited is India's largest manufacturer of container glass and provides a comprehensive portfolio of PET bottles and products, along with anti-counterfeiting security closures. With seven strategically located manufacturing plants across India, the company serves over 500 globally recognized institutional clients.  

Hexagon Nutrition Limited’s Initial Public Offering Is To Open On Friday, June 5, 2026

· Price Band fixed at ₹ 42 per equity share of face value ₹1 each to ₹ 45 per equity share of the face value of ₹1 each (“Equity Shares”) of Hexagon Nutrition Limited (the “Company”)

· Anchor Investor Bidding Date – Thursday, June 04, 2026

· Bid /Offer Opening Date – Friday, June 05, 2026, and Bid/ Offer Closing Date – Tuesday, June 09, 2026

· Bids can be made for a minimum of 333 Equity Shares and in multiples of 333 Equity Shares thereafter

· RHP Link: https://www.cumulativecapital.group/Admin/UploadedFiles/RHP-Hexagon-Nutrition-Limited-May-25,-2026.pdf

Hexagon Nutrition Limited (the “Company”) proposes to open an initial public offering (“Offer”) of its equity shares of face value of ₹1 each (“Equity Shares”) on Friday, June 05, 2026. The Anchor Investor Bidding Date is one Working Day before the Bid/Offer Opening Date, being Thursday, June 04, 2026. The Bid/ Offer Closing Date is Tuesday, June 09, 2026.

The Price Band of the Offer has been fixed from ₹ 42 per Equity Share to ₹ 45 per Equity Share. Bids can be made for a minimum of 333 Equity Shares and multiples of 333 Equity Shares thereafter.

The offer comprises an offer for sale of up to 30,859,704 Equity Shares, aggregating up to ₹1,388.69 million (₹138.87 Crore (calculated at upper end of the price band)) by existing shareholders, Arun Purushottam Kelkar, Subhash Purushottam Kelkar, Aditya Kelkar (“Promoter Selling Shareholder”) and Nutan Subhash Kelkar (“Promoter Group Selling Shareholder”)

Hexagon Nutrition Limited is a focused nutrition company with a differentiated and research-oriented approach, operating across the nutrition value chain through Branded wellness nutrition products/ clinical nutrition products (B2C), premix formulations (B2B2C), and Ready to Use Foods (“RUFs”) and Micronutrient Powder (“MNPs”) (ESG segment). The company is recognized as one of the largest premix players in India, supplying customised vitamin and mineral premixes to leading Indian and multinational FMCG companies. It is also one of the largest licensed suppliers of MNPs under UN programmes, supporting global food fortification and public health initiatives (Source: CARE Report)

Internationally, Hexagon Nutrition's distribution network extends across non-exclusive 19 regional distributors covering Latin America, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The company also maintain 3 overseas offices located in South Africa, Uzbekistan and Hong Kong that support the overseas business operations. Over the past three Fiscals, their products were exported to over 75 countries. The Company has positioned itself as a holistic nutrition company with global nutritional expertise.

The Offer is being made in terms of Rule 19(2)(b) of the SCRR, read with Regulation 31 of the SEBI ICDR Regulations. The Offer is being made for at least 25% of the post- Offer paid-up Equity Share capital of our Company. The Offer is being made through the Book Building Process in accordance with Regulation 6(1) of the SEBI ICDR Regulations wherein in terms of Regulation 32(1) of the SEBI ICDR Regulations, not more than 50% of the Offer shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis to Qualified Institutional Buyers (“QIBs” and such portion the “QIB Portion”), provided that our Company may, in consultation with the Book Running Lead Managers, allocate up to 60% of the QIB Portion to Anchor Investors on a discretionary basis, in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations (the “Anchor Investor Portion”), of which 40% shall be reserved as follows: (i) 33.33% for domestic Mutual Funds; and (ii) 6.67% for Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds, subject to valid Bids being received from domestic Mutual Funds, Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds at or above the Anchor Investor Offer Price. In case the aggregate demand from Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds is less than 6.67%, the remaining Equity Shares will be added to the portion allocated to domestic Mutual Funds, in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations. In the event of under-subscription or non-allocation in the Anchor Investor Portion, the balance Equity Shares shall be added to the remaining QIB Portion (“Net QIB Portion”).

Further, 5% of the Net QIB Portion shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis only to Mutual Funds, and the remainder of the Net QIB Portion shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis to all QIBs, including Mutual Funds, subject to valid Bids being received at or above the Offer Price. However, if the aggregate demand from the Mutual Funds is less than 5% of the Net QIB Portion, the balance Equity Shares available for allocation will be added to the remaining QIB Portion for proportionate allocation to QIBs. Further, not less than 15% of the Offer shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis to Non-Institutional Bidders in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations, subject to valid Bids being received at or above the Offer Price, out of which (a) one-third of such portion shall be reserved for Bidders with application size of more than ₹ 0.20 million and up to ₹1.00 million; and (b) two-thirds of such portion shall be reserved for Bidders with application size of more than ₹1.00 million provided that the unsubscribed portion in either of such sub-categories may be allocated to Bidders in the other sub-category of Non-Institutional Bidders; and not less than 35% of the Offer shall be available for allocation to Retail Individual Bidders in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations, subject to valid Bids being received at or above the Offer Price.

All Bidders (except Anchor Investors) are mandatorily required to utilize the Application Supported by Blocked Amount (“ASBA”) process by providing details of their respective ASBA accounts and UPI ID in case of UPI Bidders using the UPI Mechanism, as applicable, pursuant to which their corresponding Bid Amount will be blocked by the Self Certified Syndicate Banks (“SCSBs”) or by the Sponsor Banks under the UPI Mechanism, as the case may be, to the extent of the respective Bid Amounts. Anchor Investors are not permitted to participate in the Offer through the ASBA process.

The Equity Shares of the Company are proposed to be listed on BSE Limited (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) (BSE and NSE together, the Stock Exchanges). For the purposes of the Offer, the Designated Stock Exchange shall be NSE.

Cumulative Capital Private Limited and Catalyst Capital Partners Private Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers (BRLMs) to the issue.

All capitalised terms not defined herein would have the same meaning as attributed to them in the Red Herring Prospectus dated May 25, 2026.

Disclaimer: Hexagon Nutrition Limited is proposing, subject to applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, receipt of requisite approvals, market conditions and other considerations, to make an initial public offering of its Equity Shares and has filed the RHP with RoC on May 25, 2026. The RHP shall be available on the website of SEBI at www.sebi.gov.in, as well as on the websites of the Stock Exchanges i.e. BSE and NSE at www.bseindia.com and www.nseindia.com, respectively, on the website of the Company at www.hexagonnutrition.com; and on the websites of the Book Running Lead Managers (“BRLMs”), i.e. Cumulative Capital Private Limited and Catalyst Capital Partners Private Limited at www.cumulativecapital.group and https://catalystcapital.in/, respectively. Any potential investors should note that investment in equity shares involves a high degree of risk and for details relating to such risk, see ‘“Risk Factors” beginning on page 30 of the RHP filed with SEBI and the Stock Exchanges. Potential Bidders should not rely on the DRHP filed with SEBI and the Stock Exchanges for making any investment decision and should instead rely on the RHP, when filed, for making investment decision.

The Equity Shares offered in the Offer have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act or any state securities laws in the United States, and unless so registered, may not be offered or sold within the United States, except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and in accordance with any applicable U.S. state securities laws. Accordingly, the Equity Shares are being offered and sold only outside the United States in ‘offshore transactions’ as defined in and in compliance with Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act and the applicable laws of the jurisdictions where such offers and sales are made.

Air India Maharaja Club Members Can Now Earn And Redeem Maharaja Points On Air India Express flights

Air India has announced a significant expansion of its Maharaja Club loyalty programme, enabling members to earn and redeem Maharaja Points on flights operated by Air India Express to over 55 destinations across South, Southeast and West Asia, in addition to Air India services.

This much-awaited enhancement reflects Air India Group’s continued focus on making Maharaja Points more relevant for frequent flyers, enabling members to unlock greater value on their journeys across both Air India and Air India Express’ expansive network.

Maharaja Club members can immediately begin earning Maharaja Points and Tier Points on Air India Express-operated flights when booking across multiple channels, including the Air India and Air India Express websites and mobile apps and through major travel agents.

Maharaja Club members will also have their Air India Express flights contribute to their tier progression, with eligible flights counting toward both minimum flight requirements and Tier Points accumulation, enabling members to accelerate reaching higher tiers of the programme.

Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India, and Chairman, Air India Express, said: “Our focus is on continually expanding Maharaja Club in a way that ensures our loyal customers’ travel experiences across destinations contribute meaningfully to their relationship with the Air India group. The growing scale of the Air India Express network makes the introduction of accruals and redemptions on these flights both timely and important, addressing a long-standing expectation of our frequent flyers. It also reflects our aim to build Maharaja Points into a valuable currency over time.”

Earning Maharaja Points on Air India Express flights

Maharaja Club members can accrue Maharaja Points on all Air India Express flights by entering their Maharaja Club ID at the time of booking. Maharaja Points for Air India Express flights cannot be claimed retrospectively in the current phase of the rollout.

Members can add their Maharaja Club ID during booking on Air India and Air India Express platforms, as well as select online travel partners. The addition or modification of Maharaja Club membership ID is not available at airport counters or contact centres in the current phase.

The Maharaja Points accrual framework applies to a wide range of bookings, including special fares for senior citizens, students, and armed forces personnel. Reward Points will be calculated on base fare and fuel surcharge, with accrual rates aligned to Air India, as follows, to ensure a consistent and easy-to-understand earning structure.

 

MAHARAJA POINTS EARN STRUCTURE FOR AIR INDIA EXPRESS FLIGHTS (PER INR 100 SPENT)
Bookings made via	Red	Silver	Gold	Platinum
Air India Express website and mobile app	8	10	11	12
Other channels including Traditional and Online Travel Agents (OTAs)	6	8	9	10

Redeeming Maharaja Points for Air India Express Award Flights

Redemptions of Maharaja Points for Award Flights on Air India Express are currently available to members booking codeshare flights bearing Air India’s ‘AI’ designator code but which are operated by Air India Express, via the Air India website and mobile app.

For instance, a Maharaja Club member wants to fly from Delhi to Guwahati, and searches for flight options on the Air India website or mobile app. On the flight selection page, they would find multiple flight options on the sector bearing ‘AI’ flight numbers but a few of them may be operated by Air India Express under the codeshare agreement between two carriers. The member can simply redeem their Maharaja Points for those flights in addition to the other flights operated by Air India.

Redemptions for Air India Express Award Flights start from 1,500 Maharaja Points, as illustrated in the following sample redemption pricing table (partial listing of sectors only):

 

Sector	Starting Redemption Price Economy Super Value Fare (in Maharaja Points)
Bengaluru-Chennai	1,500
Dimapur-Guwahati	1,500
Bengaluru- Kozhikode	2,000
Bengaluru-Goa	2,500
Mumbai-Goa	2,500
Bengaluru-Mumbai	4,000
Ahmedabad-Kolkata	4,500
Delhi-Bengaluru	7,000
Amritsar-Dubai	12,000
Mumbai-Abu Dhabi	12,000
Kochi-Bahrain	12,000
Bengaluru-Bangkok	12,000

In the later phases of the integration Maharaja Club members flying Air India Express, will be extended a host of benefits such as priority check-in, priority boarding, Fly Prior, seat selection, and flexibility through cancellation and rescheduling fee waivers on eligible flights and services.

About Air India Group

The Air India Group – comprising full-service global airline, Air India, and value carrier, Air India Express – is spearheading a new era of Indian aviation. The Air India story began in 1932 when JRD Tata piloted the airline’s inaugural flight and opened the skies for aviation in India. Today, Air India Group employs more than 30,000 people, operates over 300 aircraft and carries travellers to 60 domestic and 51 international destinations across five continents.

Returning to Tata Sons in 2022 following 70 years under Government ownership, Air India Group is in the midst of a five-year transformation programme, Vihaan.AI. As part of the transformation, Air India has placed orders for 600 new aircraft. In addition to taking new aircraft deliveries, Air India is progressively retrofitting all its legacy aircraft.

The Air India Group operates South Asia’s largest aviation training academy in Gurugram, India. The construction of a new flying school and a greenfield maintenance base is in progress.

With transformation underway across all facets of the business and India’s rich legacy of hospitality, Air India is committed to being a world class global airline with an Indian heart.

For more news on Air India, visit http://www.airindia.com/newsroom

About Air India Express

Air India Express is A Tata Enterprise, operating over 500 daily flights that connect 43 domestic and 16 international destinations across South, Southeast and West Asia. The airline has a fleet of over 100 Boeing 737s and Airbus A320 aeroplanes. As India’s most vibrant and inclusive airline, Air India Express embodies the spirit and confidence of India - warm, expressive, and proudly authentic. Encouraging travellers to ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, the airline transforms flying into an experience that is personal and memorable.

With thoughtfully curated touches - from ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, comfortable seats, and refreshed interiors to exclusive loyalty benefits for over 20 million members, Air India Express blends smart technology with heartfelt Indian hospitality.  

IMFA Acquires 26% Stake In Renewable Energy Company For Rs 110 Crore

* Secures 65 MW hybrid renewable power under long-term captive arrangement

Key Highlights:

Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Ltd (IMFA; estd 1961), the country’s leading fully integrated producer of ferro alloys, announced the acquisition of a 26% equity stake in EG Urja Strot Private Limited for an aggregate consideration of approximately Rs 110.18 crore.

The company has also executed a 29-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with EG Urja Strot under the Captive Consumer structure as defined under the Electricity Act, 2003 and Electricity Rules, 2005, securing a contracted demand of 65 MW of hybrid renewable power for its ferro chrome operations. The underlying hybrid renewable energy project has a total installed capacity comprising solar capacity of 81.4 MW, wind capacity of 102.6 MW and battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity of 25 MWh, of which IMFA will draw 65 MW as a captive consumer. The indicative timeline for completion of the project is June 2027.

This development follows the previously announced 70 MWp hybrid renewable energy sourcing arrangement, expected to commence in Q2 FY27. With the signing of this agreement, IMFA’s contracted renewable energy supply portfolio stands at 135 MW. About 1.6 tonnes of carbon emission shall be offset annually and ~45 lakh tonnes over the course of the agreement, marking a significant step in IMFA’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.

Renewable energy is now expected to account for nearly 40% of the Company’s total energy mix in the next fiscal. It will also help ensure reliable and cost-effective power supply for the company’s operations.

Incorporated on March 6, 2025, EG Urja Strot Private Limited is engaged in the renewable energy business in India.

Commenting on the development, Mr Binoy Agarwalla, Vice President and Head, Power Business Unit, said, “This acquisition is aligned with IMFA’s long-term strategy of strengthening energy security whilst increasing the share of renewable power in our overall energy mix. The arrangement will support our operations with reliable and competitively priced green power over the long term.”

Mr Agarwalla added, “The combination of solar, wind and battery storage capacity is expected to improve operational efficiency and provide greater stability in power procurement. Building on the strong foundation of our integrated business model, we will continue to pursue opportunities that enhance competitiveness and create sustainable value for stakeholders.”

About IMFA

Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Ltd (IMFA), incorporated in 1961 and headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is India’s largest fully integrated producer of value-added ferrochrome with an installed furnace capacity of 289 MVA capable of producing 434,000 tonnes per annum (tpa). The company operates captive chrome ore mines at Sukinda and Mahagiri, along with manufacturing complexes at Therubali, Choudwar and Kalinganagar. It also has captive power generation capacity comprising 200 MW coal-based and 4.55 MWp solar. IMFA’s operations are benchmarked to international standards and are ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) certified.

With the greenfield ferro chrome project in Kalinganagar, total furnace capacity will stand at 355 MVA (534,000 tpa). Chrome Ore requirement for the enhanced smelting capacity will be entirely met from the company’s captive chrome ore mines and supported by hybrid renewable power. As part of its diversification strategy, a 120 kLD grain-based ethanol plant is being set up at Therubali, Odisha.  

Why Foreign Tourist Arrivals In Goa Plummeted By Over 80% In 2026?

Foreign tourist arrivals in Goa plummeted by over 80% this year, dropping international footfall from 900,000 in 2017 to roughly 40,000 via charters. The massive decline is driven by soaring local costs, the lack of regulated app-based taxis, and stiffer competition from cheaper, hassle-free destinations like Vietnam, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.

Key Reasons Behind the Decline:

Cheaper Alternatives: Many European and Russian tourists who traditionally formed the bulk of Goa's charter tourism are opting for Southeast Asia and Sri Lanka. Countries like Vietnam and Thailand offer superior beachfront lodging and package deals at a fraction of Goa's current prices.

Unregulated Taxi Mafia: The absence of standardized, app-based cab services leaves foreign tourists subjected to aggressive haggling and exorbitant fares. This remains one of the most frequently cited complaints deterring return visits.

Rising Accommodation Costs: The influx of domestic high-end tourism and a thriving MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) economy have significantly driven up hotel rates. Many mid-tier and budget foreign travelers feel priced out of properties they previously enjoyed.

Infrastructure and Overcrowding: The sharp surge in domestic visitors over the last few years has led to overcrowded beaches, traffic congestion, and growing concerns over cleanliness and public etiquette, which detract from the relaxed "Sushegaad" lifestyle international visitors initially seek.

Flight Disruptions: The reduction or cancellation of specific international air routes, such as direct Air India flights from London Gatwick to Goa, severely limited international flight connectivity.

VilCart Builds One Of India’s Largest Kirana-Led Rural Commerce Networks; Clocks ₹1,176 Crore Revenue In FY26

* Bengaluru-based rural commerce platform connects 1,00,000 kirana stores across 30,000 villages, building a tech-enabled supply chain ecosystem for Bharat

As India’s next wave of consumption growth shifts to Bharat, Bengaluru-based VilCart is building one of the country’s largest kirana-led rural commerce ecosystems — connecting manufacturers, brands and farmer producer organisations directly to over 1 lakh kirana stores across 30,000 villages in South India. Positioned at the intersection of retail, supply chain and technology, VilCart is reimagining how rural India accesses everyday essentials, FMCG, staples and aspirational products through a tech-enabled distribution and commerce platform purpose-built for Bharat.

Founded in 2018 by C. Prasanna Kumar, VilCart has emerged as one of the fastest-scaling rural commerce companies in the country, connecting manufacturers, farmer producer organisations (FPOs), rural SMEs and brands directly to over 1,00,000 kirana stores across 30,000+ villages in South India. The company today reaches nearly 16% of South India’s rural population through its integrated B2B and B2C ecosystem.

The company reported revenue of ₹1,176 crore in FY26, up from ₹1,120 crore in FY25, while continuing its path toward operational profitability. Over the last five years, VilCart has scaled revenues nearly 5.6x while maintaining a highly capital-efficient growth model.

At the heart of VilCart’s growth is a category-led and infrastructure-first approach to rural commerce. Unlike conventional e-commerce or urban quick-commerce models, VilCart is building a rural-first supply chain architecture designed specifically for the realities of village India — fragmented sourcing, inconsistent distribution, low assortment access and inefficient procurement systems.

“India’s rural economy has demand, entrepreneurship and aspiration. What it lacks is an efficient commerce infrastructure. VilCart is solving this by building a deeply integrated ecosystem that combines supply chain, technology, data and local execution,” said C. Prasanna Kumar, Founder & CEO, VilCart.

“What differentiates us is that we are not just a distribution company or a marketplace. We are building the infrastructure layer for rural commerce — connecting brands, kiranas and consumers through one unified network. Rural India cannot be served through urban models. It needs rural-native innovation,” he added.

The company has also built a strong private-label portfolio tailored specifically for rural India, backed by 43 registered trademarks across categories. Using demand intelligence from village-level consumption patterns, VilCart identifies high-potential categories and develops affordable, quality-focused products designed for regional rural markets.

VilCart’s growth story is also emerging as a case study in capital-efficient rural commerce. The company has raised approximately $26 million to date while generating over ₹1,176 crore in FY26 revenue — translating to one of the strongest revenue-to-capital efficiency ratios in the sector.

The platform currently works with more than 80,000 billed kirana stores across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with plans to deepen geographic penetration and strengthen its technology and private-label ecosystem through its upcoming Series B growth phase.

“Our vision is to make rural commerce as seamless and efficient as urban commerce — while solving it in a way that is sustainable, profitable and inclusive for Bharat,” added Prasanna Kumar.

About VilCart

VilCart is a pioneering tech-enabled B2B2C rural commerce platform revolutionizing supply chains across rural India. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Bengaluru, the company is led by Founder & CEO, C. Prasanna Kumar. With a mission to empower rural economies, VilCart connects manufacturers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and rural SMEs directly to 1,00,000+ kirana stores across 30,000+ villages, reaching 16% of South India's rural population through its innovative ecosystem.

Rural kirana stores traditionally spend 3–4 days per month traveling for procurement, facing fragmented supply chains, limited product access, high costs, and lost business time. VilCart eliminates these inefficiencies with doorstep delivery via a seamless mobile-first platform featuring inventory management, billing tools, credit access, and data-driven demand prediction. The business model—Manufacturer/FPO → VilCart → Kirana → Rural Consumer—generates revenue through product margins, private labels, and distribution efficiencies, supported by a 1600+ workforce driving hyperlocal execution.

VilCart has achieved remarkable growth, with revenue of Rs. 1176 Cr in FY26 rising from Rs 1,120 Cr in FY25 with operational profitability. The platform boosts kirana store incomes, provides consumers affordable quality goods, and fuels rural economic growth through job creation and women empowerment. VilCart is redefining rural commerce by blending technology, supply chain innovation, and grassroots execution—building a more inclusive, efficient Bharat.  

Godrej Foundation launches Tomorrow Makers To Unlock India’s Untapped Talent

* A national platform designed to identify and support high-potential youth from disadvantaged backgrounds across STEM, innovation, arts and defence

The Godrej Foundation, an independent philanthropic trust, today announced the launch of Tomorrow Makers, a national platform designed to identify and support high-potential students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Tomorrow Makers is built on the belief that while talent is widely distributed across India, access to opportunity is not. The platform will identify high-potential students – from Classes 6-12 as well as graduates – and connect them to organisations, educators, mentors, competitions and peer communities that can help them realise their potential.

Through programmes run by eight partner organisations, Tomorrow Makers offers four different pathways – STEM, Invention and Making, Arts and Defence –for high-potential students from different age groups.

Omar Momin, Chief Executive Officer, Godrej Foundation, said, “India is home to one of the world’s largest school-going populations, yet access to structured mentorship, advanced learning opportunities, and talent acceleration ecosystems remains uneven, particularly for students from underserved communities. Through Tomorrow Makers, we aim to help bridge this gap by building pathways that identify and nurture high-potential young people from across regions and socio-economic backgrounds. Through this platform, we hope to build a pipeline of future innovators, researchers, artists, entrepreneurs, soldiers, and public leaders whose success can create multiplier effects by transforming families, strengthening communities, and contributing to India’s long-term leadership and progress.”

For those in Class 10-12 with a strong aptitude in science and mathematics, and who aspire to careers in engineering, medicine or technology, Tomorrow Makers has partnered with organisations Dakshana and Avanti Fellows, who provide free coaching for JEE and NEET preparation.

For younger students in Class 6-7, organisations like Genwise and MakerGhat offer summer camps and workshops for advanced learning in robotics, computing and higher mathematics, as well as opportunities to compete in national and global robotics competitions.

In the arts pathway, Tomorrow Makers has partnered with Slam Out Loud, which provides mentorship, skill development and performance opportunities for children with an aptitude for music, drama, writing and other forms of creative expression.

For graduates, Tomorrow Makers offers support in two pathways: those with talent in drama and theatre can access professional training through the Drama School Mumbai, while those interested in careers in the armed forces can get training to prepare for defence service examinations through the Delta Squad Foundation and Yuvatejas.

Tomorrow Makers will provide need-based scholarships for those who cannot afford these programmes.

Vandana Goyal, co-CEO, Avanti Fellows, said, “There are students with exceptional talent across India, but many of them never get the opportunity to enter elite institutions because of their socio-economic circumstances. In the upper echelons of academia and industry, we need more equitable representation. Tomorrow Makers is creating a crucial national pipeline to help gifted students channel their potential. This platform will enable us to expand our programmes and help greater numbers of high-potential students access opportunities in STEM fields, turning ability into real outcomes."

Esan, founder, Delta Squad Foundation, said, "Serving the nation begins long before one dons the uniform. At Delta Squad Foundation, we believe leadership is built through discipline, resilience, service, and real responsibility. Today, Delta Squad stands as India’s only disaster rescue squad raised by young serving Armed Forces officers. Over the years, we have mentored youth aspiring to join the Armed Forces while exposing them to real-world leadership through rescue and relief missions. Through Tomorrow Makers, we hope to make this model of leadership training and nation-building accessible to deserving young Indians from every background.”

Jigyasa Labroo, founder, Slam Out Loud, said, “When we think of who the cultural curators of India are, we don't think of what most of our country looks and lives like. There is no dearth of artistic talent in India, but the arts - particularly performing arts – are not an easy field to establish oneself or build a career in. Through our partnership with Tomorrow Makers, we have created a programme for gifted young artists from less privileged backgrounds across India to get the right kind of training, mentorship and exposure. We're excited to build the next generation of creative leaders, and have their voices represent our country's stories!”

To apply for Tomorrow Makers, students from across India can register for an assessment test directly on the platform’s website or through its Whatsapp bot. Students from different age groups will be assessed for their potential in the sciences, invention, the arts, and endurance. Those who clear all stages of the assessment will then be placed in programmes run by Godrej Foundation’s network of high-quality non-profit partners who have expertise in nurturing talent for specific career pathways.

The initiative forms part of the Godrej Foundation’s broader mission to strengthen the foundations of a prosperous and inclusive India through long-term investments in economic growth, inclusion, innovation, and talent development.

How to apply

Students can register for Tomorrow Makers through Whatsapp, by saying ‘Hi’ on +91 8655979118, or by visiting www.tomorrow-makers.in

Students who successfully register will be directed towards an online assessment process. For students in Classes 6 and 7, the test is available in 11 languages: English, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, Urdu, Kannada and Malayalam. Students in Class 11 and 12 will be able to take the test in English.

The focus of the platform is to open access to opportunities for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. While registrations are open to all high-potential students, those from low-income households are likely to form 80% of the cohort each year.

About Godrej Foundation

The Godrej Foundation is an independent philanthropic trust with a 15 percent shareholding in the Godrej Industries Group, dedicated to strengthening the foundations of a prosperous India. It supports efforts to catalyse economic growth and strengthen India’s capacity to serve its citizens. It hopes to help innovators working on technology that will create large scale benefits for all. It also seeks to empower disadvantaged communities.

The Foundation’s vision of giftedness, and support for India’s underserved students, is deeply connected to every aspect of its mission. It is an expression of the Foundation’s hope for the future.