Shreekant Patil earns MEPSC Master Trainer certification to empower trainers, boost entrepreneurship and advance Viksit Bharat. Nashik, Maharashtra – CEng. Shreekant Patil has successfully qualified as a Sector Skill Council (SSC) Master Trainer from the (MEPSC), Delhi, under the Training of Trainers (ToT – VET & Skills) program, MEP/Q2602. The intensive training was conducted from 27th to 31st January 2026 (Batch No. 3675846) NSQF- Level 6, and he has been awarded Trainer ID – TR251872. MEPSC, an Indian Sector Skill Council operating under the Skill India framework, plays a pivotal role in developing National Occupational Standards (NOS) and certifying professionals in MEPSC - management, entrepreneurship, and professional skills sectors. As a certified Master Trainer (VET & Skills), CEng. Shreekant Patil will now mentor and develop trainers across India, ensuring high-quality, industry-aligned, and outcome-based vocational training delivery. His role includes trainer development, curriculum customization, advanced facilitation using ICT tools, quality assurance aligned with NSQF standards, impact-based assessment systems, and industry integration to enhance employability and self-employment. CEng. Shreekant Patil brings decades of rich experience in entrepreneurship development, MSME advisory, export facilitation, and professional skills training at national and international levels. Based in Nashik, he has conducted numerous training programs for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, MSME owners, women entrepreneurs, and youth across India. He has been actively associated with initiatives aligned with Skill India, Startup India Mentor, Standup India, Khadi India - KVIC, NSDC, ONDC, QCI, BIS India, STPI, DGFT, NIESBUD, DNK (Indian Post office), MCED, EEPC, SEPC, ITC, MoE – AICTE, UGC, MSME development programs, and industrial quality enhancement frameworks. His expertise includes: • Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP) • Government subsidy schemes and handholding support • BIS India certification guidance • LEAN & ZED MSME (Zero Defect Zero Effect) implementation • CE marking and export-related certifications • Quality management systems and global compliance advisory As a Professor of Practice (PoP) and industry expert, he has guided thousands of students and entrepreneurs in establishing sustainable enterprises. His efforts directly contribute toward employment generation, industrial competitiveness, and strengthening the MSMEs & Startup ecosystem. Through structured mentorship and trainer capacity building, Shreekant Patil is now committed to creating a strong pool of certified trainers across India. By multiplying skilled trainers, he aims to accelerate self-employment opportunities, empower youth and women entrepreneurs, and promote innovation-driven enterprises. His contribution aligns strongly with the national vision of Viksit Bharat and the mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat by fostering job creators instead of job seekers, strengthening grassroots entrepreneurship, and building a future-ready workforce for India. With this Master Trainer certification, CEng. Shreekant Patil is poised to play a transformative role in India's skill development landscape, ensuring quality, inclusivity, and sustainability in vocational and entrepreneurship education in collaboration with NSDC (SIDH), DVET, and MSSDS under the Skill India initiative.

SSGMCE alumnus Shreekant Patil's workshop on design thinking inspires 100+ students; offers incubation support to alma mater. Shegaon, Maharashtra – February 6, 2026 – Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering (SSGMCE) Shegaon hosted a full-day workshop on "Design Thinking, Critical Thinking, and Innovation Design" on February 6, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Organized by the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) in association with the Institution of Engineers (India) Student's Chapter and Department of Electrical Engineering, the event featured SSGMCE alumnus C.Eng. Shreekant Patil as keynote speaker. Over 100 students attended, gaining practical tools to fuel innovation and entrepreneurship. Shreekant Patil, Founder & CEO of Paramount Enterprises Nashik, shared real-world examples from the startup ecosystem, his inspiring journey from a small town through SSGMCE education to building a renowned international company, earning awards, and holding national/international positions in chambers, councils, and Government of India initiatives. He was felicitated by Prof. Mr. U.A. Jawadekar, Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering Department. The workshop, coordinated by Dr. R.S. Kankale, Dr. P.A. Dalke (IIC Convener), Dr. S.S. Jadhao (IIC President), and Dr. S.R. Paraskar, concluded with a vote of thanks. Post-event, CEng. Shreekant Patil met Principal Dr. S.B. Somani and the management team, discussing support for establishing an incubation center, skill center, and fostering entrepreneurs in Shegaon and nearby areas via government schemes and grants. About Shreekant Patil: CEng. Shreekant Patil, an SSGMCE alumnus, is Founder & CEO of Paramount Enterprises Nashik, Startup India Mentor, and Committee Chairman at NIMA Startup Hub. He guides innovators through real-world expertise in design thinking, startups, and government initiatives, holding key national/international roles.

Shreekant Patil at JIT Nashik's ProJIT-2026 guides 400+ students on startups; eyes 25% growth in 2026 after 13% in 2025. Free mentorship offered. Jawahar Education Society's Institute of Technology, Management & Research (JITNashik) hosted the state-level "ProJIT-2026" project competition and exhibition on February 14, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM on campus. As Guest of Honour, Startup India Mentor Shreekant Patil inspired over 400 students alongside Chief Guest Mr. Vijay Rise, Assistant Commissioner of District Nashik Skill Development. The event showcased innovative projects across domains, with Patil providing hands-on guidance to transform ideas into viable businesses. Shreekant Patil shared insights on startup opportunities, entrepreneurship, hackathon participation, and government subsidy schemes. He emphasized validating student projects to create real products and MVPs, advising modifications, technological upgrades, and novelty enhancements during exhibition visits. Patil motivated students to become job givers rather than seekers, highlighting Nashik's 13% startup growth in 2025—driven by his efforts—and his goal of 25% in 2026. He offered free mentorship to Nashik students, organizes the NISIC "Igniting Innovation" initiative for arts, commerce, science, and other disciplines from tier-2/3 cities and villages, ensuring equal business opportunities. The inaugural session, concluded by Dr. Swati Shete's thanks, set the tone for innovation. Principal Dr. M.V. Bhatkar felicitated Shreekant Patil with a memento, recognizing his pivotal role in elevating Nashik's entrepreneurial ecosystem. About Shreekant Patil: -CEng. Shreekant Patil is a renowned Startup India Mentor from Nashik, Founder of his venture – NISIC Nashik, and Committee Chairman at NIMA Startup Hub Nashik. He drives initiatives like NISIC's "Igniting Innovation" to empower students from diverse backgrounds in building scalable businesses through networking, funding, and platforms like hackathons.

SSGMCE alumnus Shreekant Patil's workshop on design thinking inspires 100+ students; offers incubation support to alma mater. Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering (SSGMCE) Shegaon hosted a full-day workshop on "Design Thinking, Critical Thinking, and Innovation Design" on February 6, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Organized by the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) in association with the Institution of Engineers (India) Student's Chapter and Department of Electrical Engineering, the event featured SSGMCE alumnus C.Eng. Shreekant Patil as keynote speaker. Over 100 students attended, gaining practical tools to fuel innovation and entrepreneurship. Shreekant Patil, Founder & CEO of Paramount Enterprises Nashik, shared real-world examples from the startup ecosystem, his inspiring journey from a small town through SSGMCE education to building a renowned international company, earning awards, and holding national/international positions in chambers, councils, and Government of India initiatives. He was felicitated by Prof. Mr. U.A. Jawadekar, Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering Department. The workshop, coordinated by Dr. R.S. Kankale, Dr. P.A. Dalke (IIC Convener), Dr. S.S. Jadhao (IIC President), and Dr. S.R. Paraskar, concluded with a vote of thanks. Post-event, CEng. Shreekant Patil met Principal Dr. S.B. Somani and the management team, discussing support for establishing an incubation center, skill center, and fostering entrepreneurs in Shegaon and nearby areas via government schemes and grants. About Shreekant Patil: CEng. Shreekant Patil, an SSGMCE alumnus, is Founder & CEO of Paramount Enterprises Nashik, Startup India Mentor, and Committee Chairman at NIMA Startup Hub. He guides innovators through real-world expertise in design thinking, startups, and government initiatives, holding key national/international roles.

Building a Future-Ready Agri-Food Sector: Shreekant Patil's Leadership, MOFPI: PMKSY Irradiation Infrastructure, and Food Testing Lab with New Technology in Nashik. Centre Urges Nashik Industries To Leverage Food Processing Schemes Nashik, Maharashtra — December 23, 2025 — Under the leadership and meticulous planning of CEng. Shreekant Patil, a renowned Startup India Mentor, a landmark conference was convened to strengthen Nashik's and Maharashtra's agri-food processing ecosystem. The event, organized with the Nashik Industries and Manufacturers Association (NIMA) and Knowledge Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), aligned with central government programs to translate policy into local action, with a clear emphasis on implementing MOFPI schemes such as PM Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) to deliver scalable impact. The program focused on strengthening food processing infrastructure, establishing quality-assured food testing labs, and embracing modern technologies to uplift local businesses, ensuring that the agenda for PMKSY integration, irradiation infrastructure, and accreditation-driven testing would drive tangible outcomes for MSMEs and entrepreneurs across North Maharashtra.