Introduction:

The Department of Pharmacy, Lloyd Institute of Management & Technology, Greater Noida, successfully organized the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026 through PHARMASAFE – Pharmacovigilance Awareness Programme on 24th September, 2026. The programme was organized by the Transpire Club in collaboration with the Indian Pharmaceutical Association – Delhi State Branch (IPA–DSB), with the objective of promoting awareness about pharmacovigilance, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), rational use of medicines and patient safety. The programme was conducted under the theme “Promoting Rational Use of Medicines through Pharmacovigilance – A Step Towards Safer Healthcare,” emphasizing the importance of reporting, reviewing, responding to and preventing medicine-related problems.

Inaugural Session

The programme commenced with the welcome and introduction of the event, followed by the lamp-lighting ceremony and Saraswati Vandana. The welcome address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Vandana Arora Sethi, Group Director, Lloyd Group of Institutions. The inaugural session highlighted the importance of pharmacovigilance in healthcare and the responsibility of future pharmacy professionals in promoting the safe and rational use of medicines.

Activities

The programme featured several educational and interactive activities designed to enhance students’ understanding of medicine safety.

• Pharmacovigilance Awareness Film Screening: Introduced participants to the importance of monitoring suspected adverse drug reactions and reporting medicine-related problems.
• Pharmacovigilance Debate and Deliberation: Provided a platform for students to express their views, develop logical arguments and strengthen their critical thinking and communication skills.
• Awareness Wall “My Commitment to Safer Medicines”: Encouraged students to share their commitments towards rational medicine use, pharmacovigilance awareness and patient safety.
• Pharma-Safe Awareness Campaign – Reel Competition: Enabled students to communicate important messages about pharmacovigilance and medicine safety through creative digital content, encouraging innovation, teamwork and the effective use of digital media for healthcare awareness.
• Expert Talk on “Pharmacovigilance in a Healthcare Setting”: Delivered by Dr. Gaurav Taneja, Category & Operations Manager – Pharma & Healthcare Marketplaces, providing valuable insights into the practical relevance of pharmacovigilance and its contribution to safer healthcare practices.
• Pharma-Safe Knowledge Quiz: Tested students’ understanding of pharmacovigilance, medicine safety and rational use of medicines while promoting healthy academic competition.
• Address by IPA–DSB: Dr. Mohammad Mumtaz Alam, Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Jamia Hamdard, addressed the gathering representing the Indian Pharmaceutical Association – Delhi State Branch (IPA–DSB).
• Pharmacovigilance Pledge – “Commitment to Safer Medicines”: Participants reaffirmed their commitment to promoting responsible medicine use and supporting patient safety.

Prize Distribution & Results

The prize distribution ceremony recognized students for their outstanding performances in the debate, reel competition and knowledge quiz. The gifts and prizes for the winners were generously sponsored by the Indian Pharmaceutical Association – Delhi State Branch (IPA–DSB). The following students were recognized for their achievements in the various competitions:

Outcome

The programme provided students with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of pharmacovigilance, understand the importance of reporting suspected adverse drug reactions, and appreciate the role of pharmacists in promoting rational medicine use. The debate and quiz encouraged critical thinking and knowledge application, while the reel competition and awareness wall promoted creativity and effective health communication. The expert interaction further connected academic concepts with professional practice and reinforced the importance of medicine safety in healthcare.

Acknowledgement

The successful conduct of the programme was made possible through the overall coordination of Mr. Puneet Nirmal, Dean – Student Welfare, and Dr. Surovi Paul, Assistant Professor and Club In-charge of the Transpire Club, along with the dedicated efforts of the entire Transpire Club team. Their collective planning, coordination and commitment played a vital role in ensuring the smooth and successful execution of the programme. The support of the Indian Pharmaceutical Association – Delhi State Branch (IPA–DSB), particularly its sponsorship of gifts and prizes for the winners, is gratefully acknowledged.