On an introductory note, we introduce ourselves as a highly reputed, 60 yrs. old, well managed cooperative sugar factory with diversified interests in sugar, liquor, Ethanol, Chemicals, Energy / Power, Solvents & Bulk drugs having our setup in a rural backdrop.
Sahakar Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd. (Formerly The Sanjivani (Takli) S.S.S.K.Ltd.) Sahajanandnagar, P.O.Shingnapur Tal.Kopargaon, Dist.A.nagar, Maharashtra is a Co-operative Society registered under the Society's Registration Act,1960.
The society was registered on 28th October 1960, bearing Registration No. G-283 -1960 and was issued letter of intent under the Industries Act to establish a sugar factory, having a daily crushing Capacity of 1000 TCD, bearing Industrial License No.L/25-N-37- 61 dated 28th Feb 1961.
The society started its first season in 1963-64, under the able leadership of foresighted visionary and progressive farmer Late Hon'ble Shri Shankarraoji Kolhe Saheb backed by poor, illiterate small land holders, farmers friends of the Kopargaon Taluka. The Karkhana is working since last 60 years in sugar manufacturing. The trial crushing season started on 10th November 1963.
We are suitably and strategically located along the Manmad-Daund Railway Line on the banks of river Godavari which flows from Nashik (Trimbakeshwar) to Rajmundri (A.P.) into the Bay of Bengal. Our premises are situated on the Malegaon-Ahmednagar National Highway No.752 (G). We are well connected by road, rail and air from our site.
Late Honourable Shri Shankarrao Kolhe Saheb, the Founder of Sanjivani Group, was a man with exceptional entrepreneurial abilities. A firm believer in holistic growth, his strong belief in prosperity for everyone led to the foundation of one of the most successful and well-managed cooperative sugar factories with diversified interests in Maharashtra. The well-known Sahakar Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd has expanded its presence in Liquor, Ethanol, Chemicals, Energy / Power, Solvents & Bulk drugs, sugar, and education industry.
Late Honourable Shri. Shankarraoji Kolhe Saheb - an agriculture graduate, a first-generation entrepreneur, and a disruptor, had an indomitable hunger to do something for his country, specifically his village, Kopargaon. When he returned to his motherland from Europe, his enterprising abilities took no time to realize the importance of cooperative movement. Driven by a passion for creating livelihoods for many, he set out to form a cooperative sugar factory bringing together small farmers from the vicinity. Thus, laid the foundation of Sahakar Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd. (Formerly the Sanjivani (Takli) S.S.S.K. Ltd.) in Sahajanandnagar, P.O Shingnapur Taluka Kopargaon, District Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. It is a Cooperative Society registered under the Society’s Registration Act, 1960.
The society was registered on 28 October 1960, bearing Registration No. G-283 – 1960 and was issued a letter of intent under the industries Act to establish a sugar factory, having a daily crushing capacity of 1000 TCD, bearing Industrial License No. L/25-N-37-61 dated 28 February 1961. The trial crushing season started on 10 November 1963.
The cooperative sugar factory introduced many social, educational and cultural features as part of its total contribution to the well-being of both farmer members and the environment. Today, the large expanse of the Group is testimony to Shri. Kolhe Saheb’s vision and contribution to the economic prosperity of thousands of families across Maharashtra.
Shri. Kolhe Saheb always talked about collaboration, invention, and proactive thinking, which are pivotal to progress. Through perseverance and hard work, the Group has emerged as a large group operating in various sectors across numerous verticals. Trust, integrity, and transparency in every endeavour have always been the core philosophy of the Group.
Honorable Shri Kolhe Saheb left for heavenly abode on 16 -03 - 2022. The Group has lost a mentor, a visionary entrepreneur, and a great humanist in him. Even though he is physically not amongst us, his legacy will continue. As he would always say, “Change is the only constant.”
At Sanjivani Group, we are committed to bringing prosperity to every stakeholder of the Group, running the business like a family, and building value, lifelong trust, integrity, and transparency. The world is full of opportunities, and we are ready to explore, experiment, innovate, and be the market leader in the chosen segment of the industry. While we charted out our growth plan, we ensured that the Group followed the best global manufacturing and quality control practices. As a result, the Group has set several remarkable benchmarks in human resource development, operations management, and CSR activities. In addition, our Group’s business model and risk management policies and mechanisms are constantly reviewed and upgraded.
I believe that human resource is one of the most critical assets for any organization to sustain in the long term and build a competitive advantage of a company. At the Sanjivani Group, we have a constantly evolving talent management system growing in the dynamic environment.
The work environment in the Group is such that it nurtures the potential of each employee and gives them ample opportunities for professional growth and excellence.
The Group’s momentous journey has been possible because of the formidable faith of our employees, partners, shareholders, customers, and vendors. It has given us the strength to take the untrodden path and make the right choices. After all, the sky is the limit as far as opportunities are concerned.
The Sanjivani Group is constantly evolving and ushering new paths of progress with the blessings of Late Honourable Shri Shankarrao Kolhe Saheb and under the wise leadership of Shri. Bipindada Kolhe. The Group’s vision is to be a globally recognized business house that brings economic prosperity to its partners, employees, and nation.
The Group aims to continue the legacy of Late Honourable Shri Shankarrao Kolhe Saheb and carve out a niche for ourselves in each industry that we foray in. The Group is committed to its core philosophy of Trust, Integrity, and Transparency. In the coming years, we will be introduced to more quality products and services and will continue to play a critical role in bringing prosperity to many.
As we move ahead, the Group will continue to strengthen its abilities and evolve as an organization that encourages fresh talent, sustainability, and innovation.
The Sanjivani Group has had an exciting journey in the last six decades, evolving and innovating to bring prosperity to many and the nation. From being a cooperative sugar factory to being the Group with varied interests, the Sanjivani Group has come a long way.
Today, the Group possesses a leading position in the sugar and liquor industries. Also, the Group’s educational institutions are of international repute and are known to be one of the premier choices of students. With varied interests ranging from Liquor, Ethanol, Chemicals, Energy / Power, Solvents & Bulk drugs, and sugar to the education industry, the Group is excited to offer its products and services on a national and international platform. While this gives an impetus to our vision, we continue to focus on our mission to bring prosperity to many.
As we move ahead, we have our sights set on offering quality products and services to global consumers. The Group will continue to invest in technologies and talent management systems to enhance the vision. We look forward to more opportunities that enable us to be the globally recognized business house bringing prosperity to everyone and the nation.
We are providing various services to farmer & in general people of the society to strengthen the economic growth in rural area. We are doing so many CSR & constructive activities for the welfare of the society. We are doing system oriented work for the general fields & each & every department are tagged with motivational & especially identical approach work to strengthen the cooperative movement.
| Sr. No | Name of Directors | Post |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shri Bipindada Kohle Saheb | Senior Director |
| 2 | Shri Vivek Bipindada Kolhe | Chairman |
| 3 | Shri Ramesh Dada Ghoderao | Vice Chairman |
| 4 | Shri Vishvasrao Narayan Mahale | Director |
| 5 | Shri Dynaneshwar Bhagwantrao Parjane | Director |
| 6 | Shri Bapusaheb Sampatrao Barhate | Director |
| 7 | Shri Nilesh Pathaji Deokar | Director |
| 8 | Shri Balasaheb Chandrabhan Wakte | Director |
| 9 | Shri Dynandeo Paraji Autade | Director |
| 10 | Shri Ramesh Ranganath Abhale | Director |
| 11 | Shri Appasaheb Rabhaji Dawange | Director |
| 12 | Shri Rajendra Niruttirao Kolpe | Director |
| 13 | Shri Dynanneshwar Chiliya Hun | Director |
| 14 | Shri Vilasrao Eknath Wabale | Director |
| 15 | Shri Manesh Dinkarrao Gade | Director |
| 16 | Shri Vilas Tulsiram Mali | Director |
| 17 | Shri Trimbakrao Nirutti Sarode | Director |
| 18 | Shrimati Usha Tai Sanjay Rao Autade | Director |
| 19 | Shrimati Soniya Tai Balasaheb Pangavhane | Director |
| 20 | Shri Niruttirao Karbhari Bankar | Director |
| 21 | Shri Satish Shubhashrao Avhad | Director |
| 22 | Shri Bajirao G. Sutar | Managing Director |
| Sr. No | Awards & Recognition | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transworld Trade Fair Selection Award (Gold Medal) | 04-Nov-1979 |
| 2 | Appointment for Transworld Trade Fair Selection Award (Gold Medal) | 27-Nov-1979 |
| 3 | Award for Inclusion of handicapped as Employees | May 1985 |
| 4 | High Technical Proficiency on all India Basis Total Losses and Steam Consumption | 1988-89 |
| 5 | High Technical Proficiency on all India Basis Total Losses and Steam Consumption | 1989-90 |
| 6 | Second prize for High Recovery | 1990-91 |
| 7 | Best Technical Performance | 1990-91 |
| 8 | Second Efficiency Award from Central Maharashtra | 1990-91 |
| 9 | Certificate of Best Performance in small saving Scheme | 1990-91 |
| 10 | Best Technical Performance | 1991-92 |
| 11 | Second Efficiency Award from Central Maharashtra | 1991-92 |
| 12 | Second Highest Prize Reduced Overall Recovery | 1995-96 |
| 13 | First prize in recognition of best utilization of molasses (Distillery) | 1996-97 |
| 14 | Best Entrepreneurship Award | 1996-97 |
| 15 | The Most Innovative Factory Award | 2001-02 |
| 16 | Best Distillery Award | 2004-05 |
| 17 | Second prize for Best Technical Efficiency in High Recovery zone | 2007-08 |
| 18 | Third prize from Best Technical to Maharashtra State | 2007-08 |
| 19 | Best Distillery Award | 2008-09 |
| 20 | First Price for Best Technical Performance in Central Maharashtra from VSI Pune | 2013-14 |
| 21 | Best Technical Efficiency Award from VSI | 2021-2022 |
| 22 | Overall Best Innovative Plant of the Year Award at National Level from Bharatiya Sugar | 2021-2022 |
Before concluding this brief summary of the multifarious activities of this institution, a word needs to be said about the almost single handed contribution to its success by its founder Chairman, Late Hon’ble Shri. Shankarraoji Genuji Kolhe, M.L.A. Ex-Minister Maharashtra State, through whose vision & missionary Zeal it was established and nurtured. His vision and blessings even today continues to guide not only the sugar factory & its growing multifarious activities but also the various allied sponsored institutions.
As a result of his vigorous & untiring efforts, with complete devotion and dedication, there is no doubt that the above activities have continued to grow and flourish and thereby help to transform this once backward & barren rural area, into a model Tehsil, buzzing with all round industrial, educational and Social activities, which is bound to make its mark for emulation not only in our State of Maharashtra, but also in our country as a model Agro-Industrial Community.
