17th – 22nd November 2025
The 64th National Pharmacy Week Celebration 2025 was held at Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy from 17th–22nd November 2025 under the theme “Pharmacists as Advocates of Vaccination,” in association with IQAC and NSS.
The programme began with a Pharmacy Awareness Rally inaugurated by spiritual director, Rev. Dr. Antony Chethipuzha, followed by an address from Principal Prof.Dr. Santhosh M. Mathews. Students actively participated with posters and slogans promoting the vital role of pharmacists. The event was coordinated by Ms. Anakha S.Assistant Professor,Dept.of Pharmacology.
On 18th November, a flashmob performed by 3rd Year Pharm D students, coordinated by Ms. Anjana Krishna,Assistant Professor,Dept.of Pharmacology, drew attention to the significance of pharmacists in healthcare. On 19th November, Department of Pharmacognosy organized a Short Film Competition based on the pharmacy week theme, coordinated by Dr. Anju A. Varghese,Associate Professor.3rd semester B. Pharm students bagged first prize in the competition.
On 20th November, Department of Pharmacy Practice conducted the ‘Anemia Mukt Bharat Initiative,’ which included haemoglobin screening and a health education session by dietician Ms. Sana Fathima Salam, coordinated by Prof.Dr. Malini S,Vice Principal(Administration)& Head of Dept. of Pharmacy Practice.
On 21st November, the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry organized a medical and dental camp at Vengal, benefiting the local community.Prof.Dr.Anjana M N,Head of Dept. of Pharmaceutics and Prof.Dr.Christy K Jose,Head of Dept. of Pharmaceutical Chemistry co-ordinated the camp.
The final day featured the ‘World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Programme,’ coordinated by Ms. Harija S, Assistant Professor,Dept.of Pharmaceutics,which included a highly informative talk by Dr. Betsy A. Jose.Dept.of Community Medicine,Pushpagiri Medical College Hospital.
Throughout the week, the Department of Pharmacology arranged an Awareness Video presentation at Pushpagiri Medical College on “Safe Disposal of Unused and Expired Medicines,” which received positive feedback.
Overall, the celebrations successfully promoted public health awareness, showcased the multifaceted role of pharmacists, and strengthened student involvement in community welfare activities.
Mrs.Divya V, Assistant Professor,Dept.of Pharmaceutical Chemistry co-ordinated the celebrations.