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Industry needs skilled hands for textile dyeing, printing

Textile graduates are in demand to meet the growing demands of the textile sector, says Dr Kamaljit Singh, Head, Department of Applied Chemical Sciences and Technology, GNDU. A Professor of Organic Synthesis Laboratory, he specialises in Biomimetic/Heterocyclic Organic Synthesis/Asymmetric Synthesis. His research papers have appeared in 46 publications and he has presented papers at several national and international conferences too.

The textile industry, especially the processing industry has undergone a paradigm shift in the past five years. The change was reflected most in the post-quota regime, with the abolition of quotas, lifting of the ban on import, rolling down of import duties. The change in the lifestyle of consumers is another significant factor. Aspirations of the textile industry are now more global and are guided by the consumer demand for more comfortable clothing. Answer to all these is innovation. Innovation, coupled with an international approach, will be the criteria for the sustainable development of the textile industry in India.

The B.Tech (Textile Chemistry) course is a blend of theory, practicals, industrial training and research. Students undergo training in various aspects of dye chemistry, dyeing, printing, finishing technology, testing yarn/fabrics/garment manufacturing, colour measurement and analysis.

Upon completion of the course, graduates find jobs in various branches of industry, such as dyeing units, print units, processing units, export houses, garment and dye-stuff manufacturing units and so on.

Special emphasis is given on practicals. Si months of actual training in industry is mandatory. It provides enough exposure to students about the actual working in plants..