Rotary Club Sets Up Rs 40-Lakh Food Science Innovation Lab at VCI Women’s University in Hyd
Hyderabad, June 29 (TNT): The Rotary Club of Hyderabad East (RCHE) on Monday inaugurated a ₹40-lakh Food Science Innovation Laboratory at Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University (VCIWU), aiming to strengthen skill-based education and research in food science.
The laboratory was inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Surya Dhananjay, Rotary International District 3150 Governor Dr. S.V. Ram Prasad and District Rotary Foundation Chair K. Prabhakar.
The project was implemented by the Rotary Club of Hyderabad East with support from The Rotary Foundation Global Grant and international partners, including the Rotary Club of Canton (USA), Rotary International District 6400 and Rotary International District 5810.
The NABL-accredited laboratory has been equipped to support advanced food testing, product development, research, quality assurance and skill development.
It comprises four specialised units—Food Testing and Quality Assurance, Product Development and Innovation, Research and Analysis, and Training and Skill Development.
The facility will enable students and researchers to gain hands-on experience with advanced analytical instruments, undertake research, develop innovative food products and acquire industry-relevant skills.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Surya Dhananjay said Rotary had consistently supported the university through initiatives benefiting students, including sanitary pad distribution, safe drinking water facilities and now the establishment of the Food Science Innovation Laboratory.
She said the laboratory fulfilled a long-standing requirement of the university’s Food Science programme and would significantly enhance practical learning and research opportunities.
Rotary Club of Hyderabad East President Govind Putta said vocational training and skill development had been the club’s key focus during the year.
He said the laboratory, established through Rotary Foundation funding, is expected to benefit nearly 5,000 students over the next seven years by equipping them with industry-ready skills while promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.
Expressing gratitude to the Rotary Club and its international partners, the Vice-Chancellor said the laboratory would empower generations of women students with practical knowledge and improve their career prospects.
The university said the facility is expected to emerge as a centre of excellence in food science education and research, promoting academic advancement, industry collaboration and innovation.
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