Praj Industries Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated April 20, 2026, titled "Praj Matrix Launches Advanced Precision Fermentation Lab, Advancing Next-Generation Industrial Biotechnology for India s BioE3 Vision".
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Praj Industries has launched an Advanced Precision Fermentation Lab at Praj Matrix, its R&D facility in Pune. The AI-enabled lab will focus on high-capacity precision fermentation and next-generation bioprocesses for pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, biofuels, and beverage sectors. The company also signed an MoU with BRIC-NCCS (National Centre for Cell Science) to create an academia-industry partnership for joint research, talent development, and accelerating biomanufacturing. The initiative is aligned with the Government of India's BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Initiative, with Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, present at the announcement. Praj Matrix employs over 90 scientists and holds 300+ national and international patents.
This announcement signals Praj's strategic expansion into next-generation biomanufacturing capabilities with government backing. While positive for long-term growth prospects, it does not provide immediate financial impact or order-related details for shareholders.