Date: March 6, 2026
Venue: Pharmacy Block – Seminar Hall

Anurag Pharmacy College celebrated National Pharmacy Education Day 2026 with great enthusiasm and pride on March 6, 2026, at the Pharmacy Block Seminar Hall. The event brought together students, faculty members, and non-teaching staff to commemorate the remarkable contributions of Prof. Mahadeva Lal Schroff, the pioneer of pharmacy education in India.

Honoring the Legacy of Prof. M. L. Schroff

National Pharmacy Education Day is observed across the country to mark the birth anniversary of Prof. Mahadeva Lal Schroff, widely recognized as the Father of Pharmacy Education in India. The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) officially declared March 6 as National Pharmacy Education Day to acknowledge his visionary leadership and immense contributions to establishing structured pharmacy education in India.

Prof. Schroff played a crucial role in shaping pharmacy education and integrating it into the nation’s healthcare system. His relentless efforts laid the foundation for professional pharmacy programs, significantly strengthening the pharmaceutical education framework in India.

Theme of the Event

The theme for Pharma Anveshan 2026 was:
“Future Pharma Ecosystem: Fostering Synergy among Academia, Industry, Research, Regulatory and Practice.”

The theme highlighted the importance of collaboration among various sectors of the pharmaceutical ecosystem to promote innovation, research, and professional excellence.

Key Highlights from Pharma Anveshan 2026

Principal’s Address – Dr. M. Chinnaeswaraiah

In his address, Dr. M. Chinnaeswaraiah emphasized the importance of collaborative learning and research in the pharmaceutical field. He noted that:

• Pharma Anveshan 2026 serves as a premier national platform that brings together researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to discuss the latest developments in pharmaceutical sciences.
• The event focuses on strengthening the relationship between educational institutions and the pharmaceutical industry, encouraging innovation, research, and industry-oriented skills among students.
• It acts as an effective platform for academia–industry collaboration, policy discussions, knowledge sharing, and professional networking.

Essay Writing Competition – Certificate Distribution

As part of the celebration, an Essay Writing Competition was organized to encourage students to express their ideas on the evolving pharmaceutical landscape. Certificates were awarded to the winners:

• 1st Prize: P. Swathi (24Z11R0062 – B.Pharm II Year)
• 2nd Prize: P. Vyshnavi (23Z11T0032 – Pharm.D III Year)

Event Conclusion

The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Md. Azharuddin, who expressed sincere gratitude to the dignitaries, faculty members, students, and organizing team for their valuable participation and support in making the celebration of National Pharmacy Education Day 2026 a meaningful and successful event.