The Big Interview with Datta Deshpande

From a small-room startup to a global folding powerhouse, Pratham Technologies blends design, ambition and discipline to build world-class manufacturing from India

In this Big Interview, Datta Deshpande traces Pratham’s journey from a small startup in Pune to a global leader in folding machines. Built on a design-led, outsourcing-driven model, the company focused on quality, exports and innovation, growing its presence across Europe and the US. With a strong belief in “world-class from India,” Pratham continues to expand into automation and digital print finishing while maintaining its niche, high-value positioning.