Bridging innovations in academic institutions to society –A discussion meeting

Organized byNational Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore &

Thematic Unit of Excellence, Indian Institute of Technology MadrasSponsored by

Department of Science and Technology

About the Company

Established in 1993 Mahavir Pumps Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd - KolkataMPML is manufacturer of various Spot Source Solutions including handpumps, water pumping/treatment units to meet the requirement of largerural population depended on these units for there water needs.

We work with Public Health Engineering Department, Zilla Parisads, Deptof Rural Development of Eastern States of India the nodal agenciesengaged in providing rural drinking water supply. (RWS)

Turnover : ~Rupees 100 million. Staff Strength: 30 nos

Our Engagement Our Goal: Is to enable “Safe and Sustainable Drinking Water Solutions”

to rural population. The water once a simple and most easily accessible is more and more

becoming scarce and contaminated. Moreover the norms for providingClean Water is getting stricter.

We are working on all possible solutions that will help bring about clean and sustainable water near habitation of rural population.

We are making right partnership with Original EquipmentManufacturer, Research, Materials Companies, Design Firms,Government Departments and NGOs to achieve this.

Constant engagement with locals & local government to understandthere requirement. and fast deployment of innovations.

Introduction of product/system : most economical , ease of use,sustainable, serviceable, easily transportable, ease of installation bestquality/Highest Standards.

Solutions Hand Pumps Dual Use Hand Pumps Use of Solar Energy to Pump Water Rain Water Harvesting for Bore Recharge Water Purifiers for Spot Source Use of Advance Materials Ease of Operation & Maintenance including Concept

of Auto System / Operator Free System Remote Monitoring and Supply Management

Handpumps & FL ApplicationTypes of Handpumps MS – SDWP | VOLM 50-65 | EDWP CI – Shallow Pumps Tara Pumps – Direct Action / Afridev etc

Standalone Arsenic Purifier Developed in Association with IIT Madras

Before After

Community Plants and use of Solar Energy

Bridging innovations in academic institutions to society

So for Clean & Sustainable Drinking Water we are providing themechanics /facilitating academic institution and research organizationimplement their innovations. Providing Feedback.

This will require more close interaction, platform where willingentrepreneurs, government officials to meet discuss there ideas. Atleast on once a year.

Awarding the good work in different areas. KRA –To tackle the problem by identifying Key Result Area where each

of the group (entrepreneur, user etc) has to address, avoid duplication. Trust and Business Confidence is most important element.

Documentation/ Working Agreement/Legal Advice can provide clarity.

Name : Praveen PoddarEducation : MBA -IBS Hyd 2003 BatchDesignation : Director (2010-To Date)Firm : Mahavir Pumps Mfg Pvt Ltd2003 – 2010 – ICICI Bank Ltd - CBGEmail: praveen_poddar@yahoo.comContact : 9163024848 or 033 22827077Address: 4 Hochi Minh Sarani 1st floorKolkata - 700071