Saptarishi Agro Secures Factory License in Gujarat, Paving Way for Expansion

Saptarishi Agro Industries Ltd. has received formal approval from the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH), Gujarat, to commence operations at its newly established factory. The license marks a critical milestone in the company’s growth strategy, enabling it to scale production and deepen its footprint in the agro-biotech sector.

 

Key highlights:

 

- The license was granted under the Factories Act, 1948, following compliance with safety, health, and welfare norms mandated by DISH Gujarat.

- The facility is expected to focus on mushroom biotechnology, exotic horticulture, and sustainable agri-processing, aligning with Saptarishi’s core business model.

- The approval includes provisions for safe disposal of waste, fire safety systems, and industrial hygiene protocols.

 

Operational context:

- The factory is located within the Saptarishi Industrial Park, which also houses warehousing and logistics infrastructure to support end-to-end supply chain operations.

- The plant will utilize advanced substrate cultivation techniques and climate-adaptive strains to optimize yield and reduce energy consumption.

- The company plans to onboard farmer producer groups and investor collectives to co-develop value-added agri-products.

 

Strategic outlook:

- With the license in place, Saptarishi aims to begin phased operations by August-end, targeting both domestic and export markets.

- The facility will also serve as a pilot site for bio-control research and agri-tech innovation, in collaboration with academic institutions.

 

This regulatory clearance positions Saptarishi Agro to lead in precision farming and sustainable agri-solutions across India.

 

Sources: Directorate Industrial Safety and Health Gujarat, Saptarishi Agro Industries, VMS Consultants.