NEW DELHI: There is a great need to foster greater innovation in the pharmaceutical sector, said Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Thursday.
Delivering the keynote address at the 60th Annual Summit 2025 of the Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) in the national capital, Srivastava highlighted the importance of strong partnerships between ministries and the pharmaceutical industry to enhance public health outcomes and address global health challenges.
“The need is to foster greater innovation in the pharmaceutical sector and transition from volume-based to value-based production, ” the Health Secretary said.
She urged OPPI to intensify its focus on R&D within India, positioning the country as a global centre of excellence in pharmaceuticals.