Andhra Pradesh, December 4, 2023: In a stirring address to the academic community at Raghu Pharmacy College and Andhra University College of Engineering, Dr. Srinubabu Gedela, the CEO of PULSUS Group, advocated Education for Change by combining engineering, AI and soft skills in Lifesciences, and Pharma, and spotlighted the promising prospects in North Andhra Pradesh, particularly in Visakhapatnam.
Srinubabu underscored the region’s ascent as a thriving center for software, pharmaceuticals, and diverse sectors, echoing Nelson Mandela’s belief in education’s transformative power.
Focusing on India’s educational landscape, Mr. Gedela championed an entrepreneurial spirit among students and faculty, emphasizing the significance of engineering techniques and soft skills in the fields of life sciences and pharmacy. He stressed the pivotal role of technology, citing the importance of AI and digital marketing, and urged students to embrace forward-thinking attitudes, drawing inspiration from Bill Gates.
Engineering Techniques and Soft Skills in Life Sciences Key to Growth – Dr. Srinubabu
India’s pharmaceutical industry, renowned for cost-effective, high-quality medications, stands as a beacon of innovation and global healthcare support. International pharmaceutical giants are actively exploring growth opportunities within India, offering substantial prospects for educational institutions to cultivate the next generation of life science and pharmacy students and entrepreneurs.
Advocating for an evolution in education, Mr. Gedela emphasized the infusion of engineering techniques and soft skills into life sciences and pharmacy, echoing Albert Einstein’s belief that experience is the sole source of knowledge.
Nurturing Innovators: Challenges and Opportunities for Indian Education
Highlighting the disparity in entrepreneurial outcomes between Indian universities and global peers, Dr. Srinubabu addressed the cultural shifts needed in educational institutions. He encouraged students to embody Mahatma Gandhi’s words and be the change they aspire to see in the world.
In conclusion, Dr. Gedela rallied future pharmacists and engineers to recognize education as a means to make a difference rather than solely achieving marks. He urged them to become trailblazers, redefining global landscapes.
Globally recognized as the ‘pharmacy of the world’, India’s pharmaceutical industry holds the 14th position in value and the third spot in volume. The rising global demand for affordable Indian pharmaceuticals has contributed to this recognition, positioning India as a significant exporter of pharmaceutical products worldwide.
