Organized by:

Name of Department: Faculty of Pharmacy
Venue: Mahapragya Hall, Desh Bhagat University
Coordinator: Ms. Rajni & Ms. Nisha, Associate Professor
Date of Activity: 06-03-2025
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00PM

Aim and Objective:

Promote Collaboration: To promote collaboration between the academic and industrial sectors
in the field of pharmaceutical research.
Advance Pharmacy Education: To advance pharmacy education and research, ultimately
benefiting society.
Bridge the Gap: To bridge the gap between industry and academia, boosting training,
entrepreneurship, and infrastructure development.
Recognize Contributions: To recognize the contributions of Professor Mahadeva Lal Schroff,
known as the Father of Indian Pharmacy Education.

Placebo Club, Faculty of Pharmacy, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh came together
to celebrate “National Pharmacy Education Day” on the theme of ‘Entrepreneurship &
Startups in Pharma and Pharmacy

Practice: Encouraging Innovation, Incubation Centers
and Pharmaceutical Startups’, on 6 th March, 2025. It commemorates the 121th birth
anniversary of Professor Mahadeva Lal Schroff, a pioneer in pharmacy education in India. The
day aims to recognize his contributions to establishing pharmacy education in the country. The
main objective of the activity was to foster innovation, incubation, and pharmaceutical startups.
On this occasion students and faculty members of School of Pharmacy, S. Lal Singh Memorial
College of Pharmacy and Mata Jarnail K College of Pharmacy were engaged in activities on
theme Entrepreneurship & Startups in

Pharma and Pharmacy Practice: Encouraging Innovation,
Incubation Centers and Pharmaceutical Startups including Pharma Shark tank and Pharmaceutical
Product Innovation Challenge. On this occasion three expert talks were organized by Faculty of
Pharmacy. All the students participated with great enthusiasm and energy.
The event was inaugurated by Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor Desh Bhagat University and welcome
address was given by Dr. Puja Gulati, Principal, School of Pharmacy. She Welcomed our chief

Guest :

Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor Desh Bhagat University, Guest of honor Mr. MK Bhatia,
Chairman Mits group of Companies and Experts Prof. (Dr) Richa Shree, Dept. of
Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala, Mr.Diwakar Sharma,
Senior Executive (Granulation), Cipla Pharmaceuticals, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.
Experts Prof. (Dr) Richa Shri, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi
University Patiala, Mr. MK Bhatia, Chairman Mits group of Companies, and Mr, Diwakar
Sharma, Senior Executive (Granulation), Cipla Pharmaceuticals, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh
fostering the Innovation in Pharma and Pharmacy Practice, Overview of Pharma and Pharmacy
Startups, Innovation Hubs and Incubation Centers and essential qualities and expertise for pharma
and pharmacy entrepreneurs which give Enhanced understanding of the opportunities and
challenges in pharma and pharmacy startups, Inspiration and guidance for aspiring pharma and
pharmacy entrepreneurs.

At the end of the event, Dr. Shailesh Kumar Gupta Principal of S. Lal Singh Memorial College of
Pharmacy, Desh Bhagat University, announced the results of Pharma Shark tank , Pharmaceutical
Product Innovation Challenge and vote of thanks was given by Ms. Khushpal Principal of Mata
Jarnail K College of Pharmacy.

Pro Chancellor, Dr. Tejinder Kaur congratulated Staff, students and members of Placebo Club
for successful conduct of the event.

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Abhijit Joshi Sir acknowledged and appreciated the efforts put in by
students of Faculty of Pharmacy. He appreciated efforts of Placebo club and conveyed best
wishes to organize these types of activities in future as well.

Outcomes of the events:

1. Networking opportunities: Provided a platform for pharmacy professionals, educators, and
   students to connect, share ideas, and collaborate.
2. Inspiration and motivation: Inspired and motivated pharmacy students, professionals, and
   educators to strive for excellence in their field.
3. Increased awareness: Raised awareness about the importance of pharmacy education and its
   impact on public health.
   4.Increased research collaborations: Fostered research collaborations between academia and
   industry, leading to new discoveries and innovations.
4. Advancements in pharmacy practice: Contributed to the development of new pharmacy
   practices, services, and models of care that improve patient outcomes.
5. Leadership development: Identified and developed future leaders in pharmacy education,
   practice, and research.