MET Institute of Management, Mumbai, was part of the completion of the student collaborative initiative that welcomed Mr. Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel in Mumbai, along with consular staff and a delegation of students from Tel Aviv University, to Mokhada on February 18, 2025. The visit, aimed at fostering grassroots entrepreneurship and rural development, commenced with a vibrant cultural performance, warmly welcoming the esteemed guests to the GPM MASK Centre.

A key milestone of the event was the inauguration of \"The Production Centre of Sundar India Soap Bar,\" marking a significant step in empowering the local community through sustainable economic opportunities. The event featured a market research-driven presentation on Sundar India Soap, showcasing strategic insights on product positioning, branding, and industry trends. This student-led consulting initiative was guided by the mentorship of Dr. Swati Lodha, Director, MET Institute of Management, and Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, alongside faculty members Dr. Manmeet Barve and Mr. Rohit Mohite from MET IOM, and Dr. Rachna Patil and Dr. Vandana Panwar from WeSchool. Our students - Abhishek Yadav, Sharvari Desai, Arin Patil, Akshat Choudhary, and Yash Parmar - collaborated with WeSchool students to present in-depth industry analysis, product prototyping, and positioning strategies.

This initiative marks a significant milestone in strengthening Indo-Israeli cooperation in sustainable development, education, and rural entrepreneurship, reinforcing MET IOM’s commitment to impactful, real-world learning experiences.

Heartfelt gratitude to Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel, Kenneth Dsouza, Director, Sundar India and Jacob Sztokman.