foreign currency because of negative balance of trade . So I started studying Export projects and realized that more than 75 % of our Raw Coffee was exported to developed countries as it is . Then I decided to start a 100 % Exported Oriented Unit ( EOU ), known as Asian Coffee Ltd . , which came into production and was set up in Toopran Mandal , Medak District in the year 1990 . Then subsequently this Company was taken over by Tata Tea Ltd .
In the year 1995 , I started Continental Coffee Ltd . ( Now Known as CCL Products India Ltd .) Since then , we have been exporting soluble Instant Coffee to many countries . At present , the number of countries we export to has crossed 60 . We subsequently set up Instant Coffee units in Switzerland and Vietnam as well .
Can you tell us more about your contributions to industries , startup ecosystem ? For more than 25 years now , I have been engaged in Manufacture of Instant Coffee and I always endeavour to add value to our National Wealth by exporting finished products only .
We have generated good opportunities in rural areas by creating employment and outsourcing most of our factory requirements from the near by rural areas . Our way of giving back to the society is by creating job opportunities and employing the people from the rural areas . Recently we have decided to promote computer literacy among high school students in several districts as a part of our CSR activities .
When you were in final year in OUCE , how did you see yourself ( professionally ) after 10 years , and how different was it in reality ? As I reached the final year , I was very ready and willing to look for the first opportunity that would guide me to setup a small scale manufacturing unit . Fortunately by God ' s grace all my efforts worked well and I was able to setup Instant coffee manufacturing unit which added a great value to the Coffee industry of our country and I could see my dream fulfilled .
Recognizing my contribution to the Coffee Industry , the Govt . Of India appointed me as a member of the Indian Coffee Board .
When you look back to yourself “ as a student ” in OUCE , what is it that you would like to change and why ? I would very much wish that final year students get opportunities to work in the industry in their respective fields of Engineering for atleast a period of 6 months which helps the students face the real-time work environment .
Message to Alumni :
Why do you think it is necessary to have an Alumni Association at OUCE Alumni Association helps each of the alumni to relive the college life , relish the old Friendships , helps the newer generation in understanding the glory and pride of being a part of OUCE and also creates a bridge between the current students and the alumni .
How do you think , we , as alumni of OUCE can give back to our College By supporting and funding the research projects and also by providing economic assistance to brilliant and needy students .
How do you perceive the Global Alumni Meet being held on 25thDecember 2016 GlobalAlumni Meet is a great idea . It offers wonderful opportunities to reunite ourselves with our batch mates , seniors and Juniors and helps in renewing long lost friendships .
Your suggestions for Alumni Association The Office bearers of the Alumni association must try and contact maximum number of alumni at the earliest . This will help in increasing the participation of the Alumni members .
41