Gandhinagar: Gujarat, home to global companies like Sun Pharma, Zydus Cadila, Intas Pharmaceuticals, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, and many more, has been contributing significantly to India’s pharmaceuticals sector growth. Notably, the North Gujarat region contributes 12% to the state’s manufacturing output of pharmaceuticals.

Mehsana presents significant opportunities in the manufacturing of bulk drugs, APIs, intermediates, and formulations, supported by established companies like Torrent Pharma. Its USFDA-approved plant, located at Indrad (Kadi, Mehsana), manufactures both APIs and formulations with an annual capacity of 30 million vials. The plant also hosts a dedicated facility for global insulin manufacturer Novo Nordisk, making Torrent the only Indian contract manufacturer of insulin for Novo Nordisk.

Patan complements this with a robust base of pharma MSMEs specializing in injectables and formulations. The district is also witnessing promising growth in the MedTech sector, driven by enterprises manufacturing vascular interventional devices and essential medical equipment such as hospital trolleys, stretchers, and more.

North Gujarat is emerging as a region with advanced educational infrastructure. It is home to institutions like GMERS (Gujarat Medical Education and Research Society) Medical Colleges in Mehsana, Patan, and Sabarkantha districts; Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University (Patan); Gokul Global University (Siddhpur); S. K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research; Ganpat University (Kherva, Mehsana); Banas Medical College and Research Institute (Palanpur); Siddhpur Dental College & Hospital; and Arrdekta Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital (Khedbrahma).

Additionally, government and private-sector healthcare facilities offer comprehensive and skilled medical services, contributing significantly to the region’s healthcare ecosystem. The region also has a well-integrated network of healthcare centers, including 318 PHCs and 75 Community Health Centers (CHCs), according to an official press release.

With a thriving ecosystem, strategic geographic advantage, and collaboration between government, industry, and academia, the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future trajectory and growth of the pharmaceutical sector in the country. DeshGujarat