Abhishek Biswas

Abhishek Biswas
Abhishek Biswas
Born	July 25, 1976 Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Businessman, Entrepreneur,
Known for	Founding Sattvik Certifications, Creating vegetarian and vegan food standards
Notable works	Sattvik Certifications, Sattvik India Council Doctorate Degree in 2024

Abhishek Biswas is an Indian businessman and entrepreneur known for his extensive experience in various Asian countries, including India, China, Korea, and Thailand. He has profound knowledge of local and international business ethics and cultures and has developed a strong network in both the private and public sectors.

Early Life and Education

Abhishek Biswas was born on July 25, 1976, in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. He received his primary and secondary education at Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Kanpur. For his higher education, he attended Christ Church College, also located in Kanpur. To enhance his knowledge in business management, Biswas pursued advanced studies, focusing on international business. In the early stages of his career, he ventured into the restaurant industry in Thailand, where he owned and operated several establishments, including the well-known Praikrama in Sathon Soi 1, Bangkok.

Career

In 2013, Abhishek was appointed as a Thai Trade Representative by the Prime Minister of Thailand to promote bilateral trade. He also served as an appointee by the Government of Gujarat's INDEXT-B for the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, where he led the largest international delegation to India to date.

Abhishek works closely with the United Nations and has contributed to projects in Myanmar aimed at introducing the ASEAN Economic Community to broaden the market for member nations. He is also an advisor to the Uttar Pradesh Trade Promotion Authority.

He has successfully facilitated the entry of Korean companies into India through the Indo-Korean Joint Venture and created a roadmap for a forthcoming $1 billion industry.

In 2022, Abhishek Biswas established the inaugural branch of Sattvik Certifications in Singapore, naming it "Sattvik Certifications Singapore Pte Ltd." Building on this success, he expanded into Indonesia in 2023 by setting up "PT Sattvik Certifications Indonesia." To create a more robust corporate structure, Biswas subsequently launched "Sattvik Holding Singapore Pte Ltd." This holding company was designed to oversee and manage a variety of business ventures. Headquartered in Singapore, Sattvik Holding Singapore Pte Ltd. now acts as the central hub for Abhishek's expanding operations across the region.

Sattvik India Council

To revolutionize the global food industry, Abhishek launched the world’s first vegetarian food certification program, the "Sattvik India Council." The Council was established to address food safety concerns in India, one of the largest producers and consumers of food products globally. The program aims to ensure safe food supply by adhering to stringent safety regulations and standards, thus contributing to both national and global economic development.

The Sattvik India Council was founded on the principles of vegetarianism, aligning with ancient Vedic traditions while incorporating modern scientific practices. The certification ensures that vegetarian consumers can trust the safety and quality of their food. The Council also works with the Government of India and other international governments to promote food safety.

Contributions and Initiatives

Abhishek Biswas has been instrumental in creating awareness and setting standards for the vegetarian food segment, which had previously been neglected compared to the non-vegetarian segment. He has written several research papers and conducted seminars to promote vegetarianism and food safety standards.

Personal Life

Abhishek Biswas continues to be actively involved in various business and government initiatives, leveraging his extensive experience and network to foster international trade and food safety standards.

Legacy

Through his work with the Sattvik India Council, Abhishek Biswas has significantly impacted the global food industry, particularly in promoting safe and reliable vegetarian food options. He is also recognized as the "Father of Vegetarian Certifications & Standards" for his pioneering efforts in this field. His efforts have paved the way for better food safety regulations and have helped create a more robust food supply system in India and beyond.