Report on

Industrial Visit to

Varun Beverages Ltd., Sandila

Date of Visit: 06^th April 2026

Organised by: Maharishi School of Business Management in association with IQAC

Objective: On April 06, 2026, Commerce students at Maharishi School of Business Management, MUIT Lucknow Campus, embarked on an industrial visit to Varun Beverages Ltd., Sandila, Uttar Pradesh. This visit was organized as part of the curriculum to provide students with practical exposure to the operations of a large-scale Beverages Production facility and to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications in the field of Commerce.

Participating Students: B.Com Students

Visit Details: On April 06, 2026, the students, accompanied by faculty coordinators Dr. Anjuly Singh and Dr. Priyanka Chowdhary, arrived at the Varun Beverages Plant. They were warmly welcomed by Mr. Lokmanya Sharma and Mr. Arun Parihar, the Human Resource Manager, who provided a comprehensive overview of the company. The tour covered critical operational areas, showcasing the highly automated production line, the rigorous quality assurance protocols, and the integrated supply chain processes that ensure seamless plant operation.

The students then embarked on a guided tour of the facility, beginning with the manufacturing and testing area, where they observed the collection, quality testing, and storage of finished Produced products, learning about the parameters used to ensure its quality and suitability for processing. They explain about the packaging norms and distribution channel. Also told about the supply chain management system and how they estimate their demand, what they do for customer reach.

The visit concluded with a highly engaging Q&A session with key plant personnel, where students had the opportunity to discuss industry challenges, technological advancements, and career opportunities.

Students’ feedback: The industrial visit was overwhelmingly regarded by the students as a highly informative and enriching experience. Their feedback indicated that the tour provided them with a deep understanding of beverages processing, the importance of stringent quality control, and the seamless integration of supply chain and logistics. The opportunity to interact with industry professionals provided invaluable practical knowledge and career guidance.

Acknowledgements: The faculty coordinator extend their sincere gratitude to Human Resource Manager, Varun Beverages Ltd., Mr. Lokmanya Sharma and Mr. Arun Parihar; Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof (Dr.) Bhanu Pratap Singh; Registrar, Dr. Girish Chhimwal; Dean Academics, Dr. Neeraj Jain; Dean MSOBM, Dr. Sandhya Sinha for their encouraging support; and Assistant Professor, MSOBM, Dr. Priyanka Chowdhary; Assistant Professor, MSOBM, Dr. Anjuly Singh; and Sr. AO, Dr Rajesh Singh for facilitating this visit.