TMU Hosts ‘Pharma Anveshan 2026’, Focus on Future of Pharmacy Education
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), under the Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Pharmacy, successfully organised “Pharma Anveshan 2026” on the occasion of National Pharmacy Education Day 2026, in collaboration with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The event was dedicated to the 124th birth anniversary of Professor M. L. Schroff, known as the father of pharmacy education in India. The programme began with a traditional Saraswati Vandana and a tribute to Prof. Schroff.
Focus on Pharmacy Education and Industry Collaboration
The theme of “Pharma Anveshan 2026” was Future Pharma Ecosystem: Building synergy between education, industry, research, regulation, and practice. Experts discussed the need to make pharmacy education more practical and industry-oriented.
TMU Vice Chancellor Prof. V. K. Jain spoke about the contribution of Prof. Schroff and also mentioned the important role of pharmacists during the COVID-19 pandemic. He added that PCI is supporting such academic events through grants.
Dean of Academics Prof. Manjula Jain thanked PCI and explained the importance of pharmacists in society, calling them “life savers” who help improve people’s health.
Experts Share Insights on New Trends and Opportunities
Several senior members from PCI and other institutions shared their views on improving pharmacy education, introducing new courses, promoting industrial training, and supporting research and skill development.
Chief Guest Shri Anil Mittal, Registrar-cum-Secretary of PCI, was present at the event. It was also highlighted that PCI is providing GPAT scholarships to thousands of students and investing in research and skill development initiatives. The inclusion of emerging subjects like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and medical devices in pharmacy education was also discussed.
Uttar Pradesh Pharmacy Council President Sandeep Badola highlighted that teachers play a key role in maintaining the dignity and quality of pharmacy education. During the programme, PCI Achievements, Pharma Pratibimb, PCI Newsletter, and the college magazine “Rx Innovation” were also released.
Students Showcase Talent Through Research and Innovation
The event provided a great platform for students to demonstrate their knowledge and creativity. Activities such as research-based oral and poster presentations, patent displays, and working model exhibitions were organised. These helped participants showcase their talent and innovative ideas.
Prof. Ashu Mittal, Principal and Coordinator, along with Convener Prof., shared that the event played an important role in strengthening coordination between pharmacy education, research, and industry. They added that the programme was not only informative but also a milestone for the future of the pharma sector.
Distinguished Guests and Academic Participation
On this occasion, Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suresh Jain, Group Vice Chairman Shri Manish Jain, and Executive Chairman Shri Akshat Jain expressed their happiness over the successful event. The event witnessed the presence of PCI members, principals, and deans from pharmacy colleges across different cities.
They actively participated in round table discussions and shared their suggestions on new standards, regulations, and curriculum improvements. From TMU, Vice Chancellor Prof. V. K. Jain, Dean Academics Dr Manjula Jain, Joint Registrar Dr Vaibhav Rastogi, and Principal Dr Ashu Mittal were present.
Panel Discussion Adds Value to the Event
A major highlight of the programme was the panel discussion between industry experts and academicians. Renowned experts from across the country participated and shared insights on the future of pharmacy education and industry requirements.
The panel included Prof. Maimoona Akhtar (Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi), Prof. Vaishali M. Patil (Charak School of Pharmacy, Meerut), Aditi Bhardwaj (Thermo Fisher Scientific, Gurugram), Urmila Verma (Drug Inspector, Bareilly), Dr. Arvind Kumar (SD College, Muzaffarnagar), Dr. Neeraj Kumar (IPA & Datta Medi Products Pvt. Ltd., Delhi), Naveen Khanna (Inmita Health Tech Pvt. Ltd., Faridabad), and Dr. Rajesh Agarwal (Modi Mundi Pharma, Modinagar).
Conclusion
“Pharma Anveshan 2026” proved to be a highly successful and knowledge-driven event. It created a strong platform for discussion, innovation, and collaboration among students, educators, and industry experts.
The programme not only enhanced learning opportunities but also strengthened the link between pharmacy education, research, and industry. Overall, the event marked a significant step towards shaping the future of pharmacy education in India and showcased TMU’s commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
