Sanjay Puri honored with WPPS Lifetime Achievement Award 2024

Sanjay Puri, Managing Director of P Mark receiving award on Monday.
Sanjay Puri, Managing Director of P Mark receiving award on Monday.

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 1: For the innovation in the milling industry Sanjay Puri, Managing Director of P Mark, honored with the WPPS Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 in a function held here today.
The award was presented by Preet Pal Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, during the Inaugural Session of the WPPS Global CEO’s Conclave 2024 held at the Hotel Hyatt Regency, New Delhi.
Sanjay Puri was selected for this prestigious award in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the milling industry.
Under his leadership, P Mark has integrated cutting-edge milling technologies and innovative packaging materials, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and product quality.
Puri’s strategic foresight and pioneering work have set new industry standards, underscoring P Mark’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
His tenure at P Mark has been marked by numerous advancements, including the fortification of wheat flour with essential vitamins and minerals. This initiative has played a crucial role in combating health issues such as anaemia and stunting, demonstrating his commitment to societal well-being beyond business success.
Puri’s dedication to sustainable practices—focusing on energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing—reflects a commitment to responsible and ethical business practices, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficiency.
As Managing Director of PBI India Pvt Ltd, Puri has led the company to become a leading provider of high-quality food products with presence in four states. The P Mark brand is now a household name known for its quality.
Since joining PBI India in 1985, Puri has implemented aggressive growth strategies, earning the company numerous accolades, including the SMEs Excellence Award for Most Promising Brand 2018 by ASSOCHAM and the Food Fortification Champion award by FSSAI.
Puri’s industry leadership extends to fostering training and knowledge sharing within the milling sector.
His involvement with the Roller Flour Millers Federation of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has driven significant advancements and dialogue within the industry, supporting business development and economic growth.