About Us

Pakka Skills is a pioneering skilling institute dedicated to building an inclusive, future-ready workforce for the sustainable manufacturing industry.

With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and industry relevance, we are creating the talent infrastructure needed to bridge the skills gap and accelerate the shift toward eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Pakka Skills is based out of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh and is an initiative of Pakka Foundation, the non-profit CSR arm of Pakka Limited.

Skilling for a sustainable tomorrow.

Milestones

Our Values

Our commitment to sustainability and excellence in education grows from values we live by.

Earth Love

Our actions are determined by our love for Mother Earth.

Trust

We build Trust with radical transparency and honesty.

Courage

We speak our minds and work towards Freedom and Responsibility.

Excellence

We consistently learn and build our competency.

Diversity

Different is beautiful. We embrace and encourage Diversity.

Our Mission

To build an inclusive, future-ready workforce for the sustainable manufacturing industry.

Our Vision

A world where sustainability is the norm.

How we work

Industry co-creation, hands-on learning, sensitized to the environment, and innovation that shapes tomorrow’s leaders.

We design programs in close collaboration with industry leaders to ensure that every skill taught is relevant and in demand.

Our curriculum covers the latest innovations in sustainable manufacturing, giving our learners the expertise they need to grow in their careers.

Learning by doing is at the core of our methodology.

We integrate project-based learning, live workshops, exposure visits, and internships that immerse our students in the real-world applications of sustainable manufacturing.

This practical experience builds confidence and ensures they are job-ready from day one.

Community has the power to sustain lasting change.

Our programs enable underserved youth and remote communities to access training, exposure, and opportunities for sustainable employment.

By aligning with local needs, we foster economic growth and environmental stewardship from the ground up.

We don’t just teach technical skills; we nurture well-rounded professionals.

Our programs emphasize life skills, leadership, and entrepreneurship alongside technical training. This balanced approach equips our learners with the soft skills necessary to thrive in dynamic, leadership roles within the industry.

Our vision is global, and we build programs that connect local talent to international opportunities.

Through partnerships with leading global companies, academic institutions, and sustainability experts, we create a learning ecosystem that prepares students for a world of opportunity, locally and globally.

The sustainable manufacturing industry is evolving rapidly, and so are we. We keep our curriculum aligned with the latest trends and advancements in the industry.

By fostering a culture of continuous learning, we ensure our learners are equipped with the latest skills and insights to drive innovation in their careers.

Our Impact

4,000

students trained since inception in 2004

90%

and above placement rate

25%

above industry standard average salary

Our Partners

Knowledge Partners

Our knowledge partners, from leading academic and research institutions within and outside India, help us shape a pedagogy rooted in scientific excellence and global best practices.

Strategic Partners

Our strategic partners from the industry help us improve training facilities, co-create modern curriculums, sponsor training of underserved youth, and support infrastructure design for multidisciplinary learning.

Recruiting Partners

Our recruiting partners from the sustainable manufacturing industry provide internships, on-the-job trainings, and full-time work opportunities, while deepening our partnership with strategic engagement over time.

Our People

Board Members

Anna Kay Warrington

Managing Director, India at Forum for the Future

Basant Khaitan

Managing Director, Wires & Fabriks

Jayant Krishna

Senior Fellow, Center for Strategic & International Studies

Manjula Jhunjhunwala

Founder, Jingle Bell Nursery School Society

McArthur Krishna

Secretory, Pakka Foundation

Ved Krishna

Group Lead, Pakka

Dr. Vishwajeet Kumar

Founder, Community Empowerment Lab

Advisory Committee

Deepali Raina

Founder, Potli Productions

Dr. Gulshan Jawa

Associate Professor, SLIET Punjab

Praveen Srivastava

Founder & CTO, TPW Industries

Sushil Agarwal

Regional Director, MSDE

Vikram Makin

Industry Reliability Expert

Team

Abhishek Raj Singh

Mechanical Trade

Amar Jeet Yadav

Electrical Trade

Deepak Kumar Pandey

Electrical Trade

Jitendra Kumar

Mechanical Trade

Lal Bahadur Nishad

Admin

Poonam Devi

Pulp & Paper Trade

Raj Kumar Mishra

Electrical Trade

Rajesh Kumar

Mechanical Trade

Ramesh V Koti

Operations

Sarita Upadhyay

Foundation Strategy

Shankarshan Shukla

Innovation & Excellence

Shanti Bhushan Singh

Community Engagement

Sunil Kumar

IT

Suresh Kumar Bhargava

Draughtsman Civil Trade

Yogendra Kumar

Fitter Trade

Our Future Priorities

Join us on a mission to support local communities and train the next generation of professionals in sustainable manufacturing. We actively seek partnerships that deepen our impact with enhanced infrastructure and improved reach.

Expand global access to training

Cutting-edge and globally relevant programs for local youth

Strengthen industry partnerships

Exposure to best practices, technologies, green career opportunities

Develop state-of-the-art infrastructure

Advanced labs, eco-conscious campus, multidisciplinary learning

Scale community outreach and job creation

Job-readiness, economic growth in underserved communities

Advance sustainability through innovation

Pioneer research and innovation in sustainable manufacturing

Build a global network of support

Strong alumni network, global mentorship ecosystem