The Gen-Z Mantra: Ashvin Deokar

One way print can change the world?
I think 3D printing is the future and will help us revolutionise human life. It has many vast applications, out of which my favourite is precision medicine. With the help of 3D printing, we can create personalised organs, skin grafts which will be of great help.

Which is your favourite book?
Chanakya Neeti written by Radhakrishna Pillai is my favourite book. Chanakya Neeti contains life lessons that Acharya Chanakya observed his entire life and helps people from all walks of life at any given point when they face difficulty, be it any aspect: career, goal, friendship, family, emotions, you name it.

How can digital printing help in boosting creativity and consumer connection through packaging?
Consumers like it when they get personalised items. Personalisation of packaging can drive consumer connection, which is possible through digital printing. Consumers like it when they get personalised items which are only possible due to digital printing.

How can digital printing help in boosting creativity and consumer connection through packaging?
Consumers like it when they get personalised items. Personalisation of packaging can drive consumer connection, which is possible through digital printing. Consumers like it when they get personalised items which are only possible due to digital printing.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?
During my internship at a carton manufacturing company, I was the designer for a mobile carton that got approved by the client. When I saw the carton in the Croma electronic store, I felt extremely proud.

Describe your dream visit to a factory?
A currency press, since money is a unique thing. Everyone has it, but nobody can replicate it.

Which is the most innovative packaging that you have come across?
Paper Boats cold drinks. For the look and feel of the pack, it is paper but in actuality, it is a four-part laminate.

Would you rather be like Einstein who is good with numbers, or Shakespeare who is good with words? Why?
I would like to be like Shakespeare who is good with words because an emotional quotient (EQ) is more important to living a happy life.

Which scientist or technologist would you want to travel with on a long flight?
Dr APJ Kalam, and get a taste of his book - Wings Of Fire, in person.