13th Pharmavision Conference Concludes in Lucknow with 779 Students
Over 779 pharmacy students from India and Nepal attended the 13th National Conference of Pharmavision in Lucknow to discuss healthcare innovation.
The 13th National Conference of Pharmavision, the dedicated pharmacy wing of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), successfully wrapped up its two-day event in Lucknow. Hosted at the Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, the conference brought together a massive gathering of future healthcare professionals to discuss the evolving landscape of the pharmaceutical industry.
Massive Participation from Across India and Nepal
The event saw an impressive turnout of 779 pharmacy students from various states across the country. The demographic breakdown included 465 male participants and 311 female participants. Adding an international dimension to the gathering, a delegation from Nepal also joined the discussions, highlighting the regional importance of the pharmacy sector.
The inaugural session featured several prominent figures, including:
- Dayashankar Singh, Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister
- Saurabh Arora, Arbro Pharmaceuticals Group head
- VK Singh, University Dean
- Ashish Chauhan, ABVP National Organising Secretary
- Apoorv Nandi, Pharmavision National Convenor
- Shreya Vashishtha, National Co-Convenor
- Akash Ved, Avadh Prant head
Vision for a Developed India by 2047
During the sessions, leaders emphasized the critical role that pharmacy students will play in achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047. ABVP National Organising Secretary Ashish Chauhan urged students to bridge the gap between their academic knowledge and the actual needs of the nation. He highlighted that innovation and research are key to establishing India as a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh spoke extensively on the sector's responsibility in providing affordable, high-quality, and accessible generic medicines. He stressed the vital importance of advancing pharmacy education, research, and manufacturing standards.
Focus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The second day of the conference shifted focus toward practical application and skill development. Students engaged in a variety of competitive and academic activities designed to test their creativity and professional expertise, including:
- Model Presentation
- Poster Presentation
- Pharmapreneur
- Pharmacist Counsellor
- Youth Parliament
- Pharmathon
These activities were specifically curated to encourage students to look beyond their textbooks and understand their roles in the broader healthcare system. Pharmavision National Convenor Apoorv Nandi noted that the platform aims to foster a sense of responsibility and encourage students to contribute to research and healthcare innovation.
Expanding the Horizon of Pharmacy Services
The valedictory session was attended by Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council Member Pawan Singh Chauhan, who praised platforms like Pharmavision for raising awareness about the responsibilities inherent in the pharmacy profession.
ABVP National Co-Organising Secretary Devdatt Joshi further remarked that the pharmacy sector offers vast opportunities far beyond simple manufacturing and distribution. He pointed out that the field offers significant growth in research, entrepreneurship, healthcare services, and public awareness. The conference concluded with zone-wise meetings aimed at creating a roadmap for future Pharmavision activities across the country.