Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the global congregation of investors and entrepreneurs 'Uttar Pradesh Pharma Conclave 1.0' at Hotel Taj, Lucknow, on 3 February.
The Chief Minister said that Uttar Pradesh is working with a clear vision and strong policy framework to become a leading centre for pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation. The 'Bulk Drug Pharma Park' being developed in Lalitpur will not be just an industrial unit, it is being developed on a hub-and-spoke model with state-of-the-art R&D facilities. Medical Device Parks, a US-FDA testing lab and world-class logistics hubs are being developed in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Through the upcoming budget session in February, steps will also be taken towards establishing a world-class pharma institute in Lucknow. New pharma parks will also be developed in Bareilly and other districts.
He further said, "The Pharma Conclave is part of the resolution to establish Uttar Pradesh as a manufacturing and innovation hub in the pharma sector. The government is moving forward with full strength to promote AI, telemedicine, deep-tech, med-tech, health-tech and clinical research."
During the programme, the video message of Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda was shared. In the message, he said, "Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a key state, strengthening India’s global leadership in the pharma and healthcare sector. Under the leadership of PM Minister Narendra Modi, UP’s role is decisive in India’s transition towards an entrepreneurship- and innovation-driven economy.
'The Bulk Drug Pharma Park' in Lalitpur, the 'Medical Device Park' in the Yamuna Expressway region and the State Pharmaceutical Policy-2023 are positioning Uttar Pradesh as a reliable manufacturing hub. With better connectivity, strong infrastructure, skilled human resources and an investor-friendly environment." He further added that UP is becoming the preferred destination for pharma investment. The policy vision of the Centre and the ground-level efforts of the Uttar Pradesh government are rapidly advancing the state towards becoming a global center for pharma and biopharma manufacturing.
Representatives of the industry presented the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA) coffee table book 'The Alchemy of Cure' to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The book is a well-structured and inspiring document of India’s pharmaceutical journey, effectively portraying the story of how India became the 'Pharmacy of the World' through entrepreneurship and strong policy support.
To further accelerate the growth of the pharma sector, industry representatives emphasised the need for regulatory standardisation, quality assurance, infrastructure upgradation and strengthening academic and research institutions. They also stressed increasing investments to promote research and development, clinical trials and innovation, along with reinforcing public-private partnerships and supportive policy reforms.
Image caption- Dilip Shanghvi, Managing Director of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Executive Council Member of IPA presenting 'The Alchemy of Cure' book to CM
