National Pharmacy Week and World Pharmacist Day Celebration

Saraswati College of Pharmacy & Saraswati Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research celebrated World Pharmacist Day 2026 on 25 September 2026 along with National Pharmacy Week from 21 to 25 September 2026 under the guidance of Dr. Pradeep Goyal, Principal. The celebrations were organized around the theme “Swasth Bharat: Combating Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)”, with the objective of creating awareness about antimicrobial resistance and highlighting the role of pharmacists in promoting rational medicine use and public health.
The celebrations commenced with a series of academic, creative, and awareness-based activities designed to engage students and enhance their professional skills. Various competitions and activities, including Reel Making, Sci-Toon, Quiz, Poster Presentation, Leaflet Preparation, and Nukkad Natak, were organized throughout the week. These activities provided students with a platform to creatively communicate important healthcare messages, particularly regarding antimicrobial resistance and responsible use of medicines.
An AMR Awareness Rally was also organized from the college to Gharuan Village. Students and faculty members actively participated in the rally and spread awareness among the community regarding the responsible use of antimicrobial medicines, prevention of antimicrobial resistance, and the importance of following appropriate medication practices.
A major highlight of the celebration was the AMR Panel Discussion, which brought together experts from research, academia, and the pharmaceutical industry. The panel included Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist-F, BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (NABI); Dr. Mahajan Ujwal Mukund, Associate Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, NIPER Punjab; Mr. Nainesh Patel, Senior Principal Scientist, Analytical Research (Formulation), Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; and Mr. Savir Kumar, Product Manager – PMT, Aareen Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
The panel discussion focused on antimicrobial stewardship, rational use of medicines, prevention of antimicrobial resistance, and the role of pharmacists in promoting public health. Students had the opportunity to interact with the experts and gain practical insights into the challenges associated with AMR and the responsibilities of healthcare professionals.
The World Pharmacist Day celebration on 25 September 2026 was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Amit Bansal, Sr. Vice President, IPR & Portfolio Management, Mankind Research Centre, and Guest of Honour Mr. Lalit Kumar Goel, Former State Drugs Controller, Haryana. The presence of distinguished guests added academic and professional value to the celebration and emphasized the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare and the pharmaceutical sector.
The week-long celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members. The various activities successfully combined professional learning, creativity, community engagement, and awareness generation. The programme highlighted the significant role of pharmacists in healthcare delivery, patient safety, antimicrobial stewardship, public awareness, and promotion of rational use of medicines. Overall, the celebration provided students with meaningful opportunities for learning, professional development, community outreach, and active engagement with contemporary healthcare challenges, particularly the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance.

1. To create awareness among students and the community about Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and its impact on public health.
2. To promote the rational and responsible use of antimicrobial medicines.
3. To educate students about the role of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship, patient safety, and public healthcare.
4. To provide students with opportunities to develop communication, creativity, teamwork, leadership, and professional skills through various competitions and activities.
5. To facilitate interaction between students and experts from academia, research, pharmaceutical industry, and healthcare.
6. To encourage students to actively participate in public awareness activities related to responsible medicine use.
7. To highlight the professional and societal contributions of pharmacists in promoting better health outcomes.

The week-long celebration enhanced students’ understanding of antimicrobial resistance, including its causes, consequences, prevention, and the importance of rational use of antimicrobial medicines. The activities helped students recognize the role of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship, patient safety, responsible medication use, and public health. Interaction with experts from academia, research, pharmaceutical industry, and healthcare provided students with valuable practical and professional insights. Participation in various competitions and awareness activities further strengthened their communication, teamwork, creativity, presentation, leadership, and public engagement skills. The AMR Awareness Rally and other outreach activities enabled students to effectively communicate important health messages to the community and promote awareness regarding the responsible use of antimicrobial medicines. Overall, the celebration enhanced students’ professional understanding and awareness of the responsibilities and societal role of pharmacists in promoting rational medicine use and improving public health.