Two Pidilite-trained candidates advance to the global stage following strong performances at IndiaSkills 2026
Bengaluru – Pidilite Industries Limited, India’s leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and construction chemicals, is proud to support two candidates, Prakash Suthar and Pankaj Jangra, at the WorldSkills International Competition 2026 in Shanghai. Trained at the Pidilite Woodworking and Plumbing Centre for Advanced Skills (PWP), both candidates are preparing to represent India at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 following their outstanding performances at the IndiaSkills 2026 National Competition.
Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Sudhanshu Vats, Managing Director, Pidilite Industries Limited, said, “India’s Viksit Bharat vision requires not only scale and infrastructure but also a skilled workforce equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving economy. At Pidilite, we believe industry has an important role to play in strengthening the skills ecosystem and creating pathways for talent to excel. The achievements of our PWP-trained candidates at IndiaSkills 2026 and their progression to the global stage at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 reflect the potential of focused, industry-aligned training. We are proud to support these young professionals as they showcase India’s skilled craftsmanship to the world.”
The candidates will now take their skills to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, the 48th WorldSkills Competition, which will be held from 22 to 27 September 2026 in Shanghai, China. The event is expected to bring together more than 1,400 young skilled professionals from over 70 countries and regions, competing across 64 skill categories.
The Pidilite Woodworking and Plumbing Centre for Advanced Skills (PWP), established in partnership with Kaushalya – The Skill University, Ahmedabad, focuses on bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and evolving industry requirements through advanced, hands-on training in woodworking and plumbing.
Pidilite’s continued investment in skill development reflects its long-term commitment to building a future-ready, industry-aligned workforce. Through initiatives such as PWP, the company seeks to strengthen capabilities across the woodworking and plumbing ecosystems, support professional excellence, and create greater opportunities for skilled talent to participate on national and international platforms.
By combining hands-on training with exposure to global standards and competitions, Pidilite aims to contribute to the advancement of skilled craftsmanship in India and support the country’s aspiration of becoming a globally competitive hub for skilled talent.
