‭Business Studies‬
‭Visit to Adani Enterprises :‬
‭ undra port, Adani Power, Adani‬
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‭Wilmar, Adani Solar & Windtech‬
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‭( Figure 1 : Adani Site )‬
‭Date of Visit : 3.1.25 & 4.1.25‬
‭By : Maitri Davda - 9B‬
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‭Executive Summary‬
‭I visited Adani Industries in order to gain information about the daily operations,‬
‭manufacturing units, cargo evacuation, export facilities, technological advancements and lastly‬
‭to experience business tactics in the real world. Firstly, we visited Mundra Port which is the‬
‭largest commercial port in India. Followed by Adani Power unit which is an enormous power‬
‭producer in India with an installed capacity of 15,250 MW. We also visited Adani Wilmar, which‬
‭was a site where manufacturing of fortune oil takes place. Lastly, we visited Adani Solar and‬
‭Windtech where we observed the manufacturing of solar cells and a huge wind turbine. In a‬
‭nutshell, I loved this enchanting experience and would look forward to more such visits.‬
‭Introduction‬
‭The visit to Mundra embedded educational concepts of all subjects including Business Studies,‬
‭Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Biology, and History. In Business Studies I grasped knowledge‬
‭about production processes, supply chain management, and product branding in all industries.‬
‭In Geography I understood trade routes at Mundra Port, and resource localization for Fortune‬
‭oil production. While in History we explored the timeline and how from scratch they built such‬
‭a huge company with their dedicated efforts and time. In Physics we saw the packaging‬
‭technologies at industries like Wilmar, and the process of compacting a solar panel. Oil refining‬
‭at Wilmar was a major learning for chemistry.Lastly for Biology we learnt types of oils‬
‭manufactured at Wilmar and their nutritional components related to human health, and the‬
‭recommended amount to be consumed everyday.‬
‭(Figure 2 : Adani Power Plant)‬
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‭Detailed Observation :‬
‭1.‬ ‭Adani Mundra Port & SEZ‬
‭Mundra Port, located in Gujarat, is India’s largest commercial port and a vital medium for‬
‭global trade. It handles various cargo types like dry bulk, liquid, containers, automobiles, and‬
‭crude oil, with the capacity to accommodate large vessels such as VLCCs and ULCCs. The port‬
‭features 26 berths and specialized terminals, ensuring efficient operations. It is flawlessly‬
‭connected by railways, highways, private airstrips, and pipelines supplying crude oil and refined‬
‭products to northern India.‬
‭Next to the port is the Mundra Special Economic Zone (SEZ), India’s first multi-product‬
‭port-based SEZ, spread across 15,000 hectares. The SEZ provides tax benefits, robust‬
‭infrastructure, and simplified business processes, making it an attractive hub for industries.‬
‭With its state-of-the-art facilities and strategic connectivity, Mundra Port and SEZ are vital‬
‭contributors to India’s trade and economic growth, linking the country efficiently to global‬
‭markets.‬
‭( Figure 3 : Mundra Port)‬
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‭2.‬ ‭Adani Power‬
‭I recently had the opportunity to visit the Adani Power Plant in Mundra, and it was a‬
‭truly enlightening experience. One of the key highlights of the visit was learning about‬
‭their supercritical technology-based 660 MW generating unit. Adani Power’s‬
‭achievement in synchronizing this unit marks a milestone in India's energy sector. What‬
‭amazed me even more was the project’s rapid execution—it went from inception to‬
‭synchronization in just 36 months, setting a national record. Adani Power’s‬
‭commitment to reducing carbon emissions through supercritical technology has not‬
‭only made energy production more efficient but also earned them the Clean‬
‭Development Certification from the UNFCCC. This recognition underscores their role as‬
‭pioneers in sustainable energy solutions.In addition to thermal power, the company’s‬
‭leadership in solar energy was equally impressive, operating one of the largest solar‬
‭power projects in India. Their efforts to improve efficiency and minimize waste set a‬
‭benchmark for the industry.‬
‭My visit offered invaluable insights into how innovation and sustainability can go hand‬
‭in hand, leaving me inspired by the possibilities of responsible energy production.‬
‭( Figure 4 : Adani Power Plant )‬
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‭3.‬ ‭Adani Wilmar‬
‭During my visit to Adani Wilmar, I got to see how they produce a wide variety of edible oils,‬
‭including soybean, palm, sunflower, rice bran, mustard, groundnut, cottonseed, blended oils,‬
‭vanaspati, and specialty fats. It was fascinating to watch the manufacturing process and‬
‭understand how they manage such a large range of products. It’s no surprise that they are the‬
‭market leaders in edible oils and rank among the Top 10 Consumer FMCG companies in India.‬
‭With 23 manufacturing units and a network of over 10,700 distributors, their scale is truly‬
‭impressive and mindblowing.‬
‭What really stood out to me, though, was their approach to consumer health. Even though they‬
‭are in the business of selling edible oils, they actively advise people not to consume more than‬
‭50 ml of oil per day. I found this both surprising and admirable. It’s rare to see a company‬
‭prioritize the well-being of its customers over simply selling more products.‬
‭This visit showed me how Adani Wilmar strikes a balance between being a market leader and‬
‭promoting healthier lifestyles, which left me genuinely impressed and inspired.‬
‭(Figure 5 : Adani Wilmar manufacturing unit)‬
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‭4.‬ ‭Adani Solar & Windtech‬
‭Visiting Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) was an eye-opening experience that highlighted‬
‭India’s leadership in renewable energy. AGEL is not just India’s largest but also one of the‬
‭world’s leading renewable energy players, actively driving the transition to clean energy.‬
‭During my visit, I learned about AGEL’s massive renewable portfolio, which currently stands at‬
‭8.4 GW across 12 states, making it the largest in the country. This portfolio offsets over 41‬
‭million tonnes of CO2 emissions, a remarkable contribution to India’s decarbonization goals.‬
‭Seeing their vision to reach 45 GW by 2030 was truly inspiring.‬
‭I was particularly impressed by their innovative use of technology to lower the Levelized Cost‬
‭of Energy (LCOE), making clean energy more accessible. What struck me most, however, was‬
‭their commitment to sustainability. Their facilities are certified as water-positive, single-use‬
‭plastic-free, and zero waste-to-landfill.‬
‭This visit wasn’t just about facts and figures; it was a firsthand experience of how a company‬
‭can align business growth with environmental responsibility. AGEL left me inspired to think‬
‭differently about the future of energy.‬
‭( Figure 6 : Adani Solar )‬
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‭Learning Outcomes‬‭+‬ ‭Conclusion‬
‭My understanding for all the foundational subjects was enhanced due to this visit. Here is the‬
‭learning associated with each Adani site.‬
‭1. Mundra Port‬
‭●‬ ‭Seeing the efficient logistics operations at India’s largest private port connected directly‬
‭to Business Studies concepts like supply chain management and economies of scale.‬
‭●‬ ‭Observing how the port’s coastal location supports international trade helped me better‬
‭understand Geography topics like the importance of natural harbors, transportation‬
‭networks, and global trade routes.‬
‭2. Adani Power Plant‬
‭●‬ ‭Observing the supercritical technology in action clarified Physics concepts like energy‬
‭transformation and thermodynamics.‬
‭●‬ ‭The plant’s efforts to reduce CO2 emissions tied in with Geography topics about the‬
‭impact of industries on the environment and sustainable practices.‬
‭3. Adani Wilmar‬
‭●‬ ‭Watching the refining process of oils made Chemistry concepts like hydrogenation and‬
‭emulsification much clearer.‬
‭●‬ ‭Their campaign advocating limited oil consumption showcased the ethical aspects of‬
‭Business Studies, balancing profit with consumer well-being.‬
‭4. Adani Green Energy‬
‭●‬ ‭Wind turbines demonstrated Physics principles like aerodynamics and energy‬
‭conversion through blade design.‬
‭●‬ ‭Solar farms brought textbook concepts of renewable energy and photovoltaic cells to‬
‭life, making them easier to grasp.‬
‭This visit facilitated a deeper knowledge base for my understanding of theoretical concepts. I‬
‭understood the real life connections and found it quite informative and intriguing.‬
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‭Acknowledgements‬
‭I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the school authorities, Adani representatives,‬
‭and teachers for facilitating this engaging visit. I sincerely thank them for giving such a unique‬
‭and fun visit which was very informative and interesting at the same time!‬
‭References :‬
‭●‬ ‭Adani Mundra Port‬
‭●‬ ‭Adani Port‬
‭●‬ ‭Adani Power Plant‬
‭●‬ ‭Adani Solar‬
‭●‬ ‭Adani Solar and Windtech‬