SK Agrofood Tech and Padmaja Partner to Launch Zesty Bites with Advanced Packaging

A major force within India’s ₹50,000 Crore flexible packaging sector, SK Agrofood Tech Pvt Ltd has officially secured a significant manufacturing and supply contract for Zesty Bites, the fresh food division recently unveiled by Padmaja Packaging Industries. This collaboration comes on the heels of the April 14, 2026, announcement from Padmaja Packaging Industries regarding its strategic expansion into the snack food industry. By naming SKAFT as its lead packaging partner, Padmaja is utilizing Sk Agro Food Tech Pvt Ltd world-class "Zero-Contamination" technology to guarantee that the "Zesty Bites" lineup—which features chips, wafers, and traditional namkeen—retains its essential freshness and crunch.

This contract arrives at a critical juncture as "Zesty Bites" gears up for its nationwide retail launch in May 2026. To support this, Sk Agro Food Tech Pvt Ltd will implement its sophisticated European-standard high-barrier films and rotogravure printing capabilities to provide:

Driving the Snack Revolution

• Superior Shelf-Life: Multi-layer laminates engineered to completely block moisture and oxygen.
• Vibrant Branding: High-precision graphics designed to make "Zesty Bites" pop on both e-commerce sites and supermarket shelves.
• Operational Scale: Leveraging the Sk Agro Food Tech Pvt Ltd Satara facility, which recently achieved an annual turnover of INR 610 Crore, to handle high-volume production requirements.

"We are thrilled to be the chosen backbone for Padmaja Packaging’s visionary leap into the food sector," said the Sk Agro Food Tech Pvt Ltd Leadership Team. "Securing this huge order for Zesty Bites is a testament to our ability to deliver precision at scale. Our technology doesn't just wrap a product; it protects the integrity of a brand’s promise to its consumers."

Strategic Synergy

This alliance between two Maharashtra-based industry leaders marks a notable evolution in the regional business environment. As Padmaja Packaging Industries shifts its focus from "protecting brands to building one," Sk Agro Food Tech Private limited reinforces its reputation as the go-to partner for high-profile FMCG market entries. The "Zesty Bites" collection, supported by Sk Agro Foodtech Pvt Ltd packaging expertise, is set to hit retail shelves and major e-commerce sites next month.

About S.K. Agrofood Tech Pvt Ltd.

Based in Mumbai with a cutting-edge production facility in Satara, SKAFT stands as a leading manufacturer of flexible laminates and multi-layer barrier films. Recognized for its "Zero-Downtime" operational model and its status as the official "Temple-Tech" partner for some of India’s most prominent spiritual centres, SKAFT remains at the forefront of packaging sustainability and innovation.

About Padmaja Packaging Industries limited

A veteran in the industrial packaging sector, Padmaja Packaging Industries recently revealed its expansion into the consumer food space with Zesty Bites. The brand focuses on providing authentic, tasty Indian snacks, supported by years of experience in material science.