DOIMUKH, OCT 16:

The Department of Food Technology at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) celebrated World Food Day 2026 on Friday by organising an awareness programme for higher secondary students to familiarise them with the scope and career opportunities in food technology.

Held under the theme “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow”, the programme was attended by 20 science-stream students from Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS), Doimukh, accompanied by two teachers.

Head of the Department Dr Deependra Rajoriya welcomed the participants and highlighted the objectives of the programme and the significance of World Food Day.

Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology Prof Marpe Sora attended as the guest of honour. In his address, he stressed the need to adopt a “no wastage” approach to food and said reducing food waste was essential to achieving food security.

Dr Nikhil Kumar Mahnot delivered a presentation on the importance of the food sector and career opportunities in food science and technology. The session was moderated by Dr Duyi Samyor.

The students later visited the department’s laboratories, where they conducted basic food science experiments and learned about the machinery and equipment used in food analysis and processing. They participated enthusiastically in the hands-on activities.

GHSS Doimukh postgraduate teacher Rajiv Kettel thanked the department for providing students with an opportunity to learn about career prospects, challenges and opportunities in food processing.

Research scholars and students of the Department of Food Technology also participated in the programme.