Overview
The Department of Biotechnology, Sharda School of Bio-Science & Technology (SSBT) in going to organize an Industry Visit to Yakult Danone India (P) Ltd., Sonipat for its 2nd year students of B.Tech in Biotechnology during 28th to 30th September & 6th to 9th October 2026.
Yakult Danone India (P) Ltd manufacture at an ISO 9001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007 and is HACCP certified factory in Sonepat, Haryana in North India. The factory is designed as per international standards and special care.
Yakult is a fermented milk drink that contains over 6.5 billion probiotic bacteria - Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota. A delicious probiotic drink that helps improve digestion due to beneficial bacteria. These bacteria reach the intestine alive and suppress the growth of harmful bacteria. Yakult helps to maintain a healthy balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut. This probiotic drink was launched in India in 2007 by the company.
Objectives of Event
From this visit, the students will be able to achive following objectives;
1. Understanding Production Processes: Gain insight into the manufacturing processes and technologies used in the production of probiotic dairy products, including the fermentation, bottling, and quality control procedures.
2. Learning about Quality Assurance: Observe and understand the quality assurance measures and standards that Yakult Danone implements to ensure product safety, consistency, and efficacy.
3. Exploring Supply Chain Management: Examine the supply chain and logistics involved in sourcing raw materials, managing inventory, and distributing finished products to various markets.
4. Analyzing Business Strategies: Discuss and analyze the business strategies employed by Yakult Danone, including marketing approaches, market segmentation, and consumer engagement, to understand how the company maintains its competitive edge.
5. Investigating Sustainability Practices: Investigate the company’s sustainability initiatives and environmental practices, such as waste management, energy efficiency, and sustainable sourcing, to learn about their commitment to corporate social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
Convener Details
Convener:
Prof. (Dr.) Amit Kumar Singh, Dean-SSBT
Co-Convener:
Dr. Monika Jain, HoD, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Co-ordinators:
Coordinator:
Mr. Praveen Yadav, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Ms. Mohini Vats, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Ajay Kumar Chouhan, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Saurabh Kumar Bhati, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Co-Coordinators:
Dr. Pankaj Taneja, Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Arpita Roy, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Sunita Sharma, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Astha Gupta, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Deepika Gupta, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Chaitenya Verma, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Prasun Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Raja, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
Dr. Raj Kumar Sah, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SSBT
