PCI organises national pharmacy week programme in Rajouri
Rajouri Oct 28: The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, in association with the Jammu and Kashmir Pharmacy Colleges Association, organised a programme to mark World Pharmacists Day and National Pharmacy Week 2026 at SVNS Educational Charitable Trust, Sunderbani, Rajouri, on October 25, focusing on combating antimicrobial resistance and strengthening pharmacy education in Jammu and Kashmir.
Held under the theme “Swasth Bharat: Combating Antimicrobial Resistance,” the programme highlighted the importance of responsible antibiotic use and the role of pharmacists in promoting public health.
The event brought together pharmacy educators, students, institutional representatives and members of the pharmacy fraternity to deliberate on pharmacy education reforms and ways to raise awareness about antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
As part of the programme, an awareness rally was organised from Sunderbani Chowk to SVNS Charitable Trust to educate the public about the risks associated with the misuse and overuse of antibiotics and encourage the responsible use of medicines.
Dr Montu Kumar M. Patel, President of the Pharmacy Council of India, stressed the need to strengthen public awareness about antibiotics and antimicrobial resistance.
He emphasised the importance of rational medicine use and called for greater awareness about the dangers of taking antibiotics without appropriate medical advice. Discussions were also held on the possibility of introducing additional pharmacy courses in Jammu and Kashmir to expand educational opportunities and support students’ professional development.
Sushil Sudan, Central Council Member of the PCI from Jammu and Kashmir, highlighted the need for reforms in pharmacy colleges across the Union Territory.
He stressed the importance of improving the quality of pharmacy education, addressing institutional challenges and strengthening the academic framework to maintain professional standards.
The issue of the examining authority for pharmacy institutions in Jammu and Kashmir was also discussed, with participants highlighting the need for clarity on the matter to strengthen the region’s pharmacy education system.
The programme featured an inaugural session, panel discussion, expert talks, student presentations, poster presentations and a pharmacy quiz competition, providing students and professionals an opportunity to exchange knowledge and ideas.
