The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) delegation, led by Dr. V Kalaiselvan, participated in the 16th International Meeting of World Pharmacopoeias in Brazil. Dr. Kalaiselvan highlighted India’s contributions to global medicine quality standards and recent advancements in pharmacopoeial standards.
India received recognition for its leadership in establishing quality standards for various medicines, including anti-tuberculosis drugs, anti-cancer therapeutics, and blood products. The delegation also contributed to discussions on modern microbiological methods and environmental sustainability in pharmaceutical standards.
Dr. Kalaiselvan emphasized the role of science-based standards in public health and stressed the importance of international cooperation for ensuring global medicine quality. India’s participation in the event further solidified its leadership in shaping global pharmaceutical quality standards.
