UDYOG UTSAV 2025: FORGING THE FUTURE

Celebrating Innovation, Sustainability, and Scale in Indian Manufacturing. As India's manufacturing ecosystem surges forward, the 3rd edition of the Festival of Manufacturing-Udyog Utsav 2025-celebrated the visionaries, innovators, and changemakers driving growth, efficiency, and sustainable excellence.

- By Team ET Now Machinist

Manufacturing is not just about machines and production lines—it's about people, ideas, and an unwavering commitment to progress. The 3rd edition of the Festival of Manufacturing, also known as Udyog Utsav, brought together industry pioneers to celebrate India's growing influence in global manufacturing. Organised by Worldwide Media and The Times Group at the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre in Mumbai, this event was a testament to the power of skill, scale, and sustainability in shaping the future of the industry.

This year's theme, "Empowering India's Manufacturing Ecosytem: Driving Skill, Scale, and Sustainability," was not just a talking point but a movement. Over the past year, The Times Group had gone beyond the boardroom to witness manufacturing in its truest form—from vibrant factory floors to groundbreaking innovations.

As the event commenced, a sense of pride and anticipation filled the room. The ceremonial lamp pride in being part of it, highlighting the extensive efforts, deliberations, and collaborations with industry leaders that have shaped its growth over the years.

RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE: ET NOW POLYMERS BEST BRANDS 2025

As part of the event, ET Now Polymers presented the Best Plastics & Polymers Brands 2025, recognising industry leaders who have set new benchmarks in innovation and quality. The 8th edition of these awards, powered by Breakthrough Management Group International, celebrated companies that have redefined the industry. Sudhanshu Mani, Founder of Vande Bharat Express and Naresh Raisinghani CEO and Executive Director from BMGI honoured the best brands.

Among the honourees were:

• Apar Industries Limited – leading manufacturer offering innovative polymer solutions.