PrintWeek Awards 2025: Prachi Jain from IIT Roorkee is the Student of the Year

Prachi Jain believes that the packaging industry needs scalable bio-based solutions. She says, “It’s time for bio-based packaging to move beyond niche products and be seen on supermarket shelves as frequently as conventional plastics.”

A software trick that Jain believes to solve design-related hurdles in our industry is Canva Pro. She believes even small packaging startups can use it for quick label and design mockups before moving to full CAD. One of the things that blew Jain’s mind was when she visited the Amul Dairy plant in Anand, Gujarat. She was impressed by the scale and sophistication of its operations. “What stood out was their commitment to maintaining high-quality standards while efficiently managing large volumes of production,” Jain adds.

According to her, the segment that requires the utmost attention is the integration of bio-based packaging solutions with transparent and impactful labeling. She says, “Alongside developing sustainable materials, the industry must focus on printing labels which stand out on the front face of the packaging to clearly communicate the real ingredients and environmental benefits.” She believes this approach will promote healthier choices for consumers, and enable a shift toward a more sustainable India.

Commended

• Sutirth Vishal Doshi from PVG's Maharashtra Institute of Printing Technology