K-OPS March 2023 Edition- 2

The Confectionery Triad

Signing Off Note by KSS & RW (Batch of 2021-23)

Dear Readers,

As we come to the end of another year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past 12 months of the KSS & RW vertical. It has been a challenging year for all of us, but we are proud to have continued delivering high-quality content to our readers.

Despite many obstacles, our writers, content creators, design team, and editors worked tirelessly to bring you engaging and informative initiatives like FORSight, SWOT, SCM, Opstionary, Caseopedias & K-OPS, and various KSS sessions.

Also, our flagship case study competition, 'SANRACHANA 2022' has received very positive reviews from the judges, faculties, and participants for structuring the case in a very intriguing manner, and the set of problems was very apt considering the current scenario & VUCA world. We are grateful for their dedication and creativity and want to thank them for their hard work. We are pleased to announce that new initiatives, namely Caseopedias & K-OPS, have been successfully launched and executed in our leadership.

We also want to express our gratitude to you, our readers. Your continued support and feedback have been invaluable to us, and we are grateful for your loyalty and engagement. We have received many messages and comments from readers who have appreciated our coverage of important issues and our commitment towards operations & supply chain as a specialization, and your kind words humble us.

"Focus on FORSE"

Signing Off Note by KSS & RW (Batch of 2021-23)

Looking ahead to the coming year, we are excited to continue exploring new ideas and expanding our coverage. We will introduce new sections and features and experiment with new formats and technologies to ensure that we remain at the forefront of the media landscape.

With a mixture of sadness and excitement, we inform you that we will hand over our responsibilities to the new leadership team. Working with all of you has been an absolute pleasure, and we are proud of everything we have accomplished together.

We have complete confidence in the new team's abilities and trust that they will continue to excel in their roles and take this vertical's and committee's legacy forward. Please extend your full support and cooperation to them during the transition period.

We want to take this opportunity to thank each one of you for your hard work and dedication over the past 12 months. Working alongside such a talented and committed team has been an honor.

We wish you all the best for the future, and may the FORSE be with you.

Sincerely,

Parshwa Shah Simantini Maiti (Head, Research Wing) (Head, Knowledge Sharing Session)

Saeem Chini Tanya Singh (Co-Head, Research Wing) (Co-Head, Knowledge Sharing Session)

Viram Vora Ipsha Bhattacharya (Senior Member) (Senior Member)

Signing Off Note by Co (Batch of 2021-2

" At FORSE, I gained much knowledge and experience across various facets of business & life by working alongwith such talented & energetic individuals. It has been a truly marvelous journey, from being mentored by Achievers to leading a bunch of Igniters, and this wouldn't have been possible without the unconditional support of Conquerors. I would cherish all the memories created at FORSE and sincerely hope all individuals associated with FORSE have a prosperous and thriving career future! "

" Being in FORSE has been that feather in cap in the whole MBA journey! From learning business to implementing those managerial skills, the path wouldn't have been easy, if not for FORSE. Will be forever grateful for all that FORSE has given and cherish the amazing memories we created in these 2 years!! "

" Wishing our dear Igniters all the very best for the year ahead and I sincerely hope you carry forward the legacy of FORSE & its people centric culture "

" It has been privilege to work alongside such talented and dedicated individuals in FORSE. As I prepare to bid farewell to this committee, I cannot help but only reflect on the knowledge and experiences that I have collected. All the Best, Igniters! "

Parshwa Shah ( HeadResearch Wing )

Shivani Chaphekar ( Head - Youtube Content)

Paras Lodaya (Head - Momentum Content)

Ayan Mukherjee ( Head - Simulations)

Signing Off Note by Conquerors (Batch of 2021-23)

" I am grateful to be a part of this committee which help me grow my knowledge and social skills "

" FORSE is built on a strong foundation that centers around an inclusive and nurturing culture. It aims to inspire teamwork, creativity, and perseverance in all aspects of its operations while fostering an environment that encourages innovation and dedication "

" Forse is the ideal type of team that anyone would ever want in a workspace. Happy to have been a part of an amazing opportunity to learn and develop with a wonderful set of people. #ForeverForseFam "

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How lucky am I to have something which makes saying goodbye so hard! "

Anay Nagare (Head - Internal Marketing)

Prabhat Mishra (President - GSCM)

Harishankar (Head -Engagement)

Simantini Maiti (Head - KSS)

Signing Off Note by Conquerors (Batch of 2021-23)

" Heart is where home is and FORSE is a second home for me. I wish all the Igniters all the best for their future endeavours #FORSEFAM "

" FORSE has a legacy of cultivating excellence by fostering a dynamic and supportive environment. Our team shares a strong sense of collaboration and works together to unlock each other's full potential. We are committed to supporting one another in achieving our goals and realizing our individual capabilities "

" Started with: May the FORSE be with you, Signing off with: FORSE will be with us forever "

" I've always had a strong attachment to FORSE. I had a fantastic learning experience here, and being the CoConvenor and in charge of the entire team has given me a better understanding of the nuances of leadership and teamwork. Throughout these two years, KSS&RW has advanced to a new level. I wish our Igniters the best and hope they will guide the committee to greater heights! "

Shivam Raghuwanshi (Head MomentumDesign)

Prajwal Maniyar (Head External Marketing )

Antarip Biswas (Co Convenor)

Aditi Darekar (VP - GSCM)

Signing Off Note by Conquerors (Batch of 2021-23)

"Tough times never last, tough people do" never lose your voice, it's the essence of your strength. It was a privilege to be a part of such a wonderful team, wishing you the best of luck and prosperity ! "

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" Not only a committee, but a family. With each passing year, our family at FORSE grows bigger and stronger. During my two-year tenure, I've witnessed achievers achieving their vision and conquerors conquering every milestone we've set, from transitioning from online to offline events with dedication and love. Now as we move forward, I wish all Igniters the best and have faith that they will continue to carry on the legacy of FORSE, taking it to even greater heights. "

" It was a wonderful experience being a part of this committee for the last 2 years. More like a family, the committee has given me friends, knowledge, wonderful juniors, and fulfilling responsibilities which are going to stay with me forever "

Kedar Ashtikar (Co Convenor)

Eshita Rastogi (Convenor)

Nobarun Choudhury (VP - GSCM)

Signing Off Note by Conquerors (Batch of 2021-23)

" FORSE, a committee for all the achievers and game changers who can ace any skill they want, has given me most of my fondest memories of my MBA journey. Conquered everything that I could in these past 2 years, now hoping to see all the ignited souls in the committee right now to take it to new heights "

" Working at FORSE committee was an amazing experience. I joined the committee with pretty limited expectations but received much more than I had expected to learn "

" FORSE has always been precious to me. The bond i have formed, the fun we did and most importantly the learnings encompassed will all be cherished forever "

" They say "All good things come to an end" and so does my MBA and my tenure with Forse. In life, wherever my destination may be but I will always cherish this two year journey with my #ForseFam "

Sourish Adhikary (Head - Youtube Creatives)

Harshavardhan Chivate (Head - Sponsorship)

Anushka Shukla (Head - Corporate Relations)

Richa Choubey (Co-Head YouTube Creatives)

Looking Back and Forth!

" What happens in Karjat stays in Karjat

Conversations and Conferences

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Last but certainly not the least "

" Where it all began "

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Overview of the Industry

The term "chocolate industry" refers to all participants in the commercial chocolate production cycle. Everyone from local cocoa farmers and harvesters to executive marketers, sales agents, and advertising associates is included. The industry is truly global, encompassing people and businesses from nearly every country.

Despite a large number of people and processes involved, the chocolate industry can usually be divided into three broad categories: Harvesting Stage, Production stage and Distribution Stage. Anyone involved in any of these processes can be considered a part of the Industry.

The fair treatment and wages of cocoa plantation labourers are one of the most contentious issues in the chocolate industry. Many major chocolate brands have been accused of human rights violations in the name of profit or increased production. In response to this criticism, many chocolate manufacturers around the world have their products certified as "fair trade." This designation indicates that the company's hiring and payment practices adhere to internationally recognized standards of ethics and humaneness.

PESTEL Analysis of the Industry

Changing Government Regulations as the brands have to comply with the local rules of each country where it has its setup

Impact of BREXIT for the availability of Skilled Workforce

Imposition of Taxes impact the investment decisions

Foreign Exchange Rate

Fluctuations in the prices of cocoa, sugar and other ingredients affects the cost of production

Changes in consumer preferences and taste affects the industry's profitability

With health issues on the rise it may impact the sales Demographics also play a major role, as countries with aging population wont consume in lot

The Cultural norms in various countries affects the sales

Chocolate Manufacturers are adopting Automation Technology to streamline their process

Advanced Machinery are being used to improve the quality and consistency

Consumers are concern about the environmental impact of chocolate production wrt deforestation, packing materials used, waste generation during manufacturing process

Intellectual property laws related to patenting a unique chocolate

Trade Policies related to tariffs and quotas on imported ingredients or finished products

Introduction

Nestle is a Swiss food and beverage multinational conglomerate corporation manufacturing and processing company headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland

Nestle has 344 production and processing factories located in 77 countries as well as a global sales network

Nestle currently has over 2,000 brands with a wide range of products across a number of markets, including coffee, bottled water, milkshakes and other beverages, breakfast cereals, , soups and sauces, frozen and refrigerated foods, and pet food.

In 2021, Nestle's 39.1% of revenue came from North and South America, 25.8% from Asia, Middle East, North Africa, 22.2% from Zone Asia, Oceania and SubSaharan Africa out of total 87.1 billion US dollars

Did You Know?

The history of white chocolate is largely unclear, but the general consensus, is that Nestlé was the first to develop white chocolate commercially in 1936 in Switzerland.

Nestlé began developing a coffee brand at the initiative of the Brazilian government to help them preserve the substantial surplus of their annual harvest, under the brand name “Nescafé” on 1 April 1938.

Manufacturing Process of Nestle(Chocolates)

Nestle has 344 production and processing factories located in 77 countries. The company's global manufacturing and processing network allows it to utilize its expertise and respond flexibly to customer requests and market changes. The manufacturing process has been divided into 5 main stages.

Freshly harvested cocoa

Mixing with sugar & refining

Tempering & moulding

Roasting & grinding Quality Assurance

With digitalization, Nestle manages every aspect of its manufacturing and processing process accurately and precisely. Each facility is equipped with modern cocoa processing technology and equipment to reduce energy and water usage. Their factories are automated with human workers providing the final touches. Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, Nestle enhanced its AR solutions to remotely connect with the production team, R&D sites, and suppliers.

Supply Chain Integration at Nestle

Nestle's supply chain is built around a network of strategic partners and suppliers who are selected based on their ability to meet the company's quality standards and sustainability requirements. The company works closely with its suppliers to ensure that they adhere to ethical and environmental standards, and also provides them with training and support to help them improve their processes and practices. The company also uses a range of technologies to manage its supply chain, including advanced analytics, machine learning, and automation tools. These technologies help Nestle to optimize its operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency

Mother Godown

Carrying & Forwarding Agent

Inbound Logistics

Distributor

Super Stockist

Retailer Wholesaler

End Customer

Redistributor Retailer

Distribution Strategy

Distribution strategy used by Nestle company is an intensive distribution where a firm tries to place their products into outlets as many as possible to meet the needs of consumers whenever and wherever. Company is able to analyze the source of sales, whether a products is more in demand from local vendors or hypermarket type stores.

Nestle has its own distribution networks equipped with all necessary transportation facilities. They transport their products at major regional sales offices, which are situated at different cities of India. These sale offices have their own vans with sales people who sell and transport goods to small retailers.

Using Improved Vehicle Fill Rate (VFR),Nestle is committed to reducing their carbon emission over a period of time by standardising their vehicle fleet across India through technological and data simulation processes. We have been able to improve our net VFR by 10%, reducing our CO2 footprint by 13,006 MT and vehicle utilisation by 9%, which resulted in annual savings of INR 352 million.

Also, by making use of a 3D simulation approach, they are able to identify the optimal load mix for each vehicle, thereby ensuring maximum utilisation of the vehicle volume available. The method is scalable, replicable and can be extended to their secondary distribution systems as well.

Introduction

Cadbury is a British multinational confectionery company owned by Mondelez International since 2010. It is the secondlargest confectionery brand in the world after Mars.

Cadbury currently has more than 65000 employees, 35000 direct and indirect suppliers and has direct operations in 60 countries

Cadbury has three confectionery products, namely chocolates, gums, and candies, with chocolates contributing to more than 50 percent of its product portfolio.

Cadbury was a constant constituent of the FTSE 100 on the London Stock Exchange from the index's 1984 inception until Kraft Foods Inc. bought the company in 2010.

Did You Know?

The Cadbury chocolate we know these days only became a thing when the founder was looking to use up the cocoa butter left over from the cocoa-making process.

Roald Dahl took inspiration from Cadbury for his book Charlie And The Chocolate Factory.

Manufacturing Process of Cadbury

Cadbury world mainly produces chocolate bars in batch production; this is the most convenient way that Cadbury can manufacture its products due to there being a high demand for chocolate and the way that fixed amounts of chocolate are needed to make each individual chocolate bare. Hence this is also a quicker method to make large amounts of chocolate. Mainly Batch production is used because Cadbury produces a wide variety, including sizes and flavors. Although their main production method is batch, Cadbury also offers job production. They use this method when producing handmade or personalized goods

Cadbury also uses flow production to make hundreds of thousands of the same product, with machinery moving each one along a production line. As Cadbury also uses batch production – some machines are set to make different products during different shifts. Machinery is often used on flow and batch production lines to make things quicker and reduce human error.

Raw material

Suppliers (70% from Ghana)

Supply Chain Process at Cadbury

Inbound Logistics

Cadbury's Manufacturing plant

Raw material

Suppliers (30% from the rest)

Wholesale & Third party stores

Cadbury owned stores

Customer

Distribution Strategy

Cadbury’s brands are available in over a million outlets across the country, covering Australia, the United Kingdom, China, and India. The distribution network directly covers almost the entire urban population. The company has invested significantly in building such an extensive network.

Cadbury is using a multi-channel distribution strategy. It uses an indirect marketing channel of level 3 in which Cadbury has intermediaries of distributors and retailers. The whole chocolate industry is using this level of distribution channel. Distributors and retailers act as sources of information; they help companies in the promotion of their products. They enhance the company's ease of communication with their prospective buyers.

Forward with technology growth, Cadbury company uses information technology to improve their logistics and distribution area. It will affect the performance of a company, like a good production system for a specified time and efficient distribution management. Cadbury also improved the distribution quality of its products with the installation of refrigerators at several outlets. This helps in maintaining product quality in summer when sales usually dip due to the fact that the heat affects product quality and, thereby, consumption.

Introduction

Hershey's is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactures products, such as cookies, cakes, and milkshakes

Hershey's headquarter is in Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, which is also home to Hersheypark, the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania

Hershey's revenue for the twelve months ending December 31, 2022, was $10.419B, a 16.14% increase year-over-year. The majority of which come from well-known brands such as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, Hershey’s Milk Chocolate, and Hershey's Kisses

Hershey's was the first company in the US to mass-produce chocolate efficiently using a small amount of cocoa beans and a large amount of milk and sugar in order to minimize cost. It was largely the function of the vertical integration of the supply chain

Did You Know?

World-famous Hershey's chocolate was a product of the subsidiary of the parent company, as Milton's first endeavour was Lancaster Caramel Company

Hershey's chocolate is the largest manufacturer of chocolate in the US along with the most market share in the entire US

Manufacturing Process of Hershey's chocolate

Once the Cocoa beans reach the factory, they are processed to make Cocoa Butter and Chocolate

Testing for defects

Roasting & Fanning of selected beans

Winnowing to get Cocoa Nibs

Molding

Hydraulic Pressing Conching

Grinding & heating

Although it may appear that chocolate production would have adverse environmental effects, Hershey's is an eco-friendly business. Hershey had stated that 11 factories in North America no longer routinely dispose of waste in landfills (“The Hershey Company, 2014”)

Hershey is also adding things like more energy-efficient lighting and they have recently reduced the weight of their packaging by 0.05 grams. This weight change equals about 271,800 pounds of wrappers that are saved in a year. They have also stated that cutting their paper usage, will save 1,957 trees.

Supply Chain Process at Hershey's

Cocoa

Sourcing mainly from the farmer groups of West African & South American countries

Sugar sourcing from the US, Brazil, Mexico, Belize, and India

Fresh Milk sourcing from the milk farms within 100 mile radius of the plant in Hershey, Pennsylvania (US)

Eggs sourcing mainly (93%) from the US farms and are only used for the US & Canadian markets

Palm oil sourcing from direct suppliers such asAAK, Cargill, Fuji Oil, Gemini, Bunge, ISF and Wilmar

Manufacturing plant

Distribution Strategy

At Hershey’s, A horizontal marketing strategy may be advantageous since it covers a wide audience because eating chocolate is a common activity for people from a variety of socioeconomic levels. On the other hand, Hershey’s uses targeting and positioning. One of the customer groups the company tries to address consists of young, mostly urban people, which is why a vertical marketing system can be applied to convey certain products to particular groups in a targeted manner.

Hershey's deploys a variety of distribution channels, including agents, wholesalers, retailers, and online sales. For Hershey's, distribution via online purchases happens in two different ways: directly (via Hershey's web shop) and indirectly (through retailers' websites). The company's primary distribution and marketing channels are still retailers. Customers may easily obtain the items in a variety of locations, which is one of this channel's key benefits.

Delivering high-quality products in the best way possible is significantly dependent on the packaging. while packaging material can't be eliminated from the equation, it can certainly be recycled. currently at Hershey's about 77% of the total packaging material is recycled. The company met its 2025 goal of reducing packaging weight by 25 million pounds, 5 years early in 2020. At present, Hershey's is aiming to make 100% of its packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable by the year 2030.

Cadbury to launch vegan Dairy Milk alternative called Plant Bar Product will be made using almond paste and cost double the price of a standard Dairy Milk chocolate bar

Cadbury has confirmed that its Dairy Milk Buttons sharing size bag has shrunk due to rising costs.

Mondelēz, the food giant that owns the brand, has reduced the size of the 240g bag to 184.8g - a reduction of 23 percent. A spokesperson cited the "challenges" of food production costs and inflation as reasons behind the major change.

At CAGNY'23 Mondelēz International has highlighted how its higher-growth, more focused portfolio is benefiting from accelerated marketing .

Nestlé is pulling the Garden Gourmet meat-free and Wunda alt-dairy brands from retail in the UK and Ireland to focus on its “core” portfolio.

Nestlé is hoping to capitalise on the growing blonde chocolate trend with the launch of its Golden Collection by giving its Aero, Munchies, Smarties and Milkybar brands a blonde chocolate makeover, adding six new confectionery SKUs to its line-up.

Nestlé has launched its new KitKat cereal, bringing the taste of the popular chocolate bar to cereal bowls.

Nestlé invests in logistics innovations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for its international water brands

Nestle announced that it would invest CHF 2 billion ($2.2 billion) to increase its use of foodgrade recycled plastics in its packaging. It aims to achieve zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

R e c e n t n e w s a b o u t N e s t l e

Hershey's Company has been recognized among the World’s Most Ethical Companies as rated by Ethisphere

The legendary chocolatier is announcing the nationwide launch of Hershey's Plant Based and the new addition of Reese's Plant Based. Hershey's brand is bringing back its empowering, limited-edition Hershey's SHE bars for a third year to honor the influential women and girls who make an impact on our lives.

The Hershey Company announced that it will host an Investor Day on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from 9 - 11 a.m. ET to provide an update on their strategic plans and financial Outlook

The Hershey Company has completed a purchase of one million shares of its common stock from Hershey Trust Company for approximately $240 million, or $239.91 per share.

R e c e n t n e w s a b o u t H e r s h e y

Future Plans - Cadbury Sustainable

Cocoa Procurement

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Future plans - Nestle Road to Net Zero Supply Chain

Nestlé New Zealand has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability commitment by sourcing 100% renewable energy, four years ahead of its global targets

This achievement is part of Nestlé's goal of reducing emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero by 2050. As the world's largest food and beverage company, Nestlé is taking a holistic approach to achieving net zero by examining every aspect of its business

One of the core focal points for Nestlé is its supply chain, which accounts for 95% of its greenhouse gas emissions

The company is working closely with its suppliers to reduce emissions in dairy and livestock by 21 million tonnes by 2030. This involves cutting the methane produced by animals, feeding livestock with more sustainable feed, and making farms more productive through better herd management and grassland management. Nestlé is also helping suppliers become more innovative by supporting research and development into new technology and increasing the efficiency of dairy farms to maximize output and minimize energy

Sourcing ingredients sustainably is another critical aspect of Nestlé's sustainable strategy. The company's dairy and livestock supply chain is the largest single source of emissions, and it aims to drive a major shift in the way it sources and produces these nutritious ingredients.

Nestlé's Net Zero Roadmap outlines the company's strategy to tackle climate change, recognizing that it is one of the greatest risks to the future of its business. As the world's largest food and beverage company, Nestlé has the size, scale, and reach to influence others and inspire collective action.

Achieving net zero requires a detailed, rigorous, and intense approach that examines not only its operations but also each of its products to see how they can be made better for the planet. By working with its suppliers and moving to a collective level of engagement, Nestlé aims to make a lasting and impactful change in its supply chain to achieve its net zero goals.

Nestlé invests in innovative solutions and supports suppliers to reduce emissions, improve animal welfare, and enhance biodiversity.

The company collaborates with suppliers to limit greenhouse gas emissions and increase transparency in natural ecosystems.

Future Trends: Hershey Expansion into Chocolate Processing Plant

Hershey has announced plans to build a new manufacturing plant near its headquarters in Pennsylvania, as part of a $1 billion investment programme aimed at improving the company's supply chain and boosting growth in the future. The 250,000-square-foot facility will be erected on a 55-acre site adjacent to Hershey's Reeses manufacturing facility, and will produce some of the firm's best-known brands, including Kit Kat and Hersheys, once it is operational.

The new plant is expected to provide the company with an opportunity to leverage the latest advances in manufacturing technology and automation to increase production speed and efficiency. The new plant is expected to provide the company with an opportunity to leverage the latest advances in manufacturing technology and automation to increase production speed and efficiency.

To meet the increased demand for seasonal snack-size packages, the company plans to expand one of its existing plants. This expansion is part of a broader strategy to improve Hershey's supply chain by upgrading existing facilities and building new ones, as well as investing in new technologies and processes that can help the company more effectively manage inventory and production.

These investments are designed to help the company better anticipate demand for its products, respond to changes in consumer preferences, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations. By doing so, Hershey aims to position itself for sustained growth in the years ahead, despite an increasingly challenging and inflationary environment.

As part of its ongoing investment in operations and supply chain, Hershey is also exploring the potential of blockchain technology to improve supply chain transparency and traceability. By using blockchain, the company could better track the movement of raw materials and finished goods across its supply chain, helping to identify potential issues and reduce the risk of supply chain disruptions.

As part of its ongoing investment in operations and supply chain, Hershey is also exploring the potential of blockchain technology to improve supply chain transparency and traceability. By using blockchain, the company could better track the movement of raw materials and finished goods across its supply chain, helping to identify potential issues and reduce the risk of supply chain disruptions.

The new plant is expected to provide the company with an opportunity to leverage the latest advances in manufacturing technology and automation to increase production speed and efficiency. The new plant is expected to provide the company with an opportunity to leverage the latest advances in manufacturing technology and automation to increase production speed and efficiency.

The Senior Team

Kedar Ashtikar ( Co-Convenor )

Prabhat Mishra ( GSCM-President )

Antarip Biswas ( Co-Convenor )

Nobarun Choudhary ( GSCM-VP )

Aditi Darekar ( GSCM-VP )

Simantini Maiti ( Head - KSS )

Tanya Singh ( CO Head - KSS )

Viram Vora ( Senior Member )

Parshwa Shah ( Head - RW )

Saeem Chini (Co Head - RW)

Ipsha Bhattacharya ( Senior Member )

The Junior Team

Saran Gopinath

Parangat Kapur Shashank Lonkar

Shubham Sumbe

Janhvi Heda

Shrey Gosavi

Jayank Panchal

Harshwardhan Deshpande

Aniket Singh

Shubham Sharma

Pratik Thube

K- PS

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Edition 2, March 2023

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