SIMATS College of Pharmacy Hosts National Seminar to Honor the “Father of Pharmacy Education”

In a major gathering of academic and industry leaders, the SIMATS College of Pharmacy (Saveetha University) hosted a high-level National Seminar titled “Future Pharma Ecosystem – Fostering Synergy among Academia, Industry, Research, Regulatory and Practice” on March 5, 2026.

The event was organized to celebrate National Pharmacy Education Day, marking the birth anniversary of Prof. Mahadeva Lal Schroff, the visionary credited as the “Father of Pharmacy Education in India.” Held at the Kurinji Hall within the Saveetha Medical College campus, the seminar served as a strategic platform to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world pharmaceutical application.

Leadership and Distinguished Guests

The seminar was convened by Dr. Ramaiyan Velmurugan (Principal, SIMATS College of Pharmacy) and coordinated by Dr. Rathinavelu Mohanraj. The inaugural session featured a prestigious lineup of guests, including:

Chief Guest: Shri J. Jayaseelan (President, Tamil Nadu State Pharmacy Council)
Invited Guest: Prof. S. Kavimani (Central Council Member, PCI, New Delhi)
Guests of Honour: Dr. M. Thamizh Mozhi (Registrar, TN State Pharmacy Council) and Dr. Deattu (EC Member, TN State Pharmacy Council)

Collaborative Excellence in Pharma

Reflecting the seminar’s theme of “Synergy,” the event brought together deans and professors from nearly 20 top-tier institutions, including SRMIST, VISTAS, SRIHER, BIHER, and Madras Medical College.

With over 500 participants consisting of students and faculty, the discussions focused on creating a unified ecosystem where research discoveries, regulatory standards, and clinical practice work in tandem to drive innovation in the Indian healthcare sector.

By honoring the legacy of Prof. Schroff, SIMATS College of Pharmacy reaffirmed its commitment to advancing pharmaceutical sciences through national-level academic initiatives and knowledge sharing.