Spinning Values: Evolving Textile Industry and the Role of Education In this episode of 'Spinning Values', a podcast by Beekaylon Synthetics, Dr. Neha Mehra from VJTI, one of India's top institutions in textiles and technology, discusses the evolving textile industry and the importance of internship programs. She emphasizes the need for incorporating changes in the industry into educational curricula to ensure students are well-prepared for professional life. Dr. Mehra also highlights various innovative projects carried out at VJTI, involving topics like wound healing, mosquito-repellent fabrics, and more. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of automation and Industry 4.0 in textile manufacturing and encourages students to focus on learning concepts and avoiding shortcuts for long-term benefits. She also discusses the importance of sustainability in the industry, highlighting contributions from companies like Beekaylon Synthetics. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:31 Welcome to Spinning Values 00:43 Guest Introduction: Dr. Neha Mehra 07:45 The Importance of Industry-Institute Interaction 09:54 The Role of Faculty in Bridging the Gap 10:54 The Importance of Curriculum Alignment with Industry Advances 17:47 The Impact of the New Education Policy 23:08 The Importance of Internships in Textile Engineering 28:31 The Role of Automation and Technology in Textile Industry 31:42 The Importance of Sustainability in the Textile Industry 35:48 Advice for Aspiring Textile Engineers 40:41 Conclusion and Wrap Up Thank you for listening to this episode. Please do share with others who might be interested in this topic.  Visit www.beekaylon.com for more information.