Join Us at PPL Conclave 2026
#PPLConclave
13–14 February, 2026
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Le Meridien, Hyderabad
#PPLConclave
Medicines save lives. But, packaging makes sure they do.
Behind every pill, vial and syringe lies packaging’s power. To protect, preserve and secure.
Its role is crucial, multifaceted and ever evolving. It shields medicines from harm, ensures they reach patients safely, and adapts to the world’s changing demands of quality, access and sustainability.
For the past seven editions, Pharma Packaging and Labelling (PPL) Conclave has been the stage where pharma packaging leaders come together to harness this power and promise.
It is where ideas are shared, benchmarks are set, and the future of the industry takes shape.
Because when packaging evolves, it not only safeguards health but also drives business value. It cuts costs, boosts global competitiveness, and expedites safe access to medicines worldwide.
Now, in its eighth edition, PPL Conclave 2026 will take on the challenges of a rapidly evolving world, such as complex therapies, green imperatives, digital transformation and global compliance.
Under the theme, “Packaging tomorrow: Tech. Trust. Traceability” thought leaders in pharma packaging will exchange notes and insights on smart labelling, traceability, anti-counterfeit solutions, cold-chain readiness, sustainable design and more.
Cutting-edge solutions will also be in focus. Not as concepts, but as practical tools that enhance compliance, secure supply chains and strengthen patient trust.
And at every step, the patient will remain at the centre.
Smart, Digital, Connected
The next era of packaging
Blockchain, AI and IoT
Securing pharma supply chains
AI-driven packaging
Tackling AI-driven fakes with smarter packaging
From lab to patient
Packaging that tracks
Packaging regulations
What’s changing and why it matters
Circular Pharma Packaging
From waste to value in pharma packaging
Carbon neutral packaging
Moving from pledges to practice
The Pharma Packaging Edge
Packaging as a business advantage in global pharma
Advanced Therapy Packaging
Packaging readiness for advanced therapies
Powering Packaging Innovation
Partnerships powering pharma packaging innovation
Pharma Packaging Leadership
Making India a global hub for pharma packaging excellence
VP/Director
Head/GM Packaging
R&D Packaging Heads
Supply Chain Heads
Packaging Development Managers
Packaging Technologists
Quality Assurance Professionals
Position yourself as a thought leader with over 100 of the most influential leaders in the Pharma Packaging Space
Multiple Touch Points at this premier gathering including breakout sessions, pre-fixed customer meetings, power panel discussions, award sponsorships, special publications and corporate gifts
Showcase your Technology at specially designed exhibit booths to help you share your expertise with the key influencers that matter
Leverage the power of a well co-ordinated multimedia campaign that includes print and banner ads, EDMs, advertorials, interviews, and post event coverage
Network with key stakeholders and build partnerships with allied businesses in congenial settings like the After-Awards Networking Dinner
Enjoy complete peace of mind knowing the event is brought to you by The Indian Express Group & Express Pharma, and supported by leading industry associations
Mr Chandi Prasad R
Head – Packaging Development, Aurobindo Pharma
Mr Subhrajit Bhowmik
Associate Director - Packaging Development and Procurement, Cipla Health
Mr Rajendra Prasad A
AGM (Head) – Packaging Development, Maiva Pharma
Mr Avinash Kumar Talwar
Vice President & Head Strategic Procurement - Packaging ,Global Procurement, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
Mr Kumar Suman
Head Packaging Development Injectables and Devices, Macleods pharmaceuticals
Mr Shivaji Chakraborty
Head Packaging Development, Fresenius Kabi Oncology
Mr Chakravarthi AVPS
Chairman, Federation of Pharma Entrepreneurs (FOPE) - Telangana & AP
Mr Prabir Das
Mentor, Advisor & Motivator - packaging & Labelling
Mr Ajay Bapat
Pharma Consultant
Mr Sekhar Babu Puli
AVP, Head – Packaging Development, MSN Laboratories
Mr Soumyanath Mishra
AVP & Head – Packaging Development, Mankind Research Centre
Mr Bhupesh Kumar Mittal
Technical Packaging Program Lead, Bayer Consumer Healthcare
Mr Avadhesh Sarawagi
Deputy GM and Head - Packaging Development, Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Mr Prafull V Deshpande
Team Lead - Packaging Development (R&D), Lupin
Mr Prasad Satam
VP & Head-Packaging Research Development, Aurobindo Pharma
Mr Sailesh YHNB
Associate Director, Novo Nordisk Service Centre India
Mr Bhagwan Pandhare
Sr. Manager - Packaging Development, Alembic Pharmaceuticals
Dr Vaibhav Dubey
Senior GM, Kashiv Biosciences
Mr Loganathan S
AVP, Onesource Biopharma
Mr Hari Prasad Kandala
Sr Manager - Packaging & Development, Jodas Expoim
Mr Tridip Mazumder
AVP, Strategic Sourcing – Packaging Material, Dr.Reddy’s Laboratories
Mr Praveen Kumar Narlanka
AVP-Packaging Development, Aurobindo Pharma
Mr Nagendra Kumar
Associate Manager, Global Pharma R&D, Baxter Pharmaceuticals India
Dr Tathagata Dutta
President, Jodas Expoim
Mr Ramesh Punnam
DGM, Aurobindo Pharma
Ms Anahita Karande
GM, Alkem Laboratories
Mr Atul Shastri
President - Global Operations, Eugia Pharma Specialities
Dr Srikanth Reddy Sokkula
Head – Regulatory Affairs, Jodas Expoim
Mr Pradip Som
Head – Packaging Development, Aculife Healthcare
Mr Anurag Chauhan
Assistant GM, Digitalization, Automation & Analytics (India & Ireland), Amneal Pharmaceutical
Mr Dhananjay M. Chaudhari
DGM – Packaging Development (Formulations), Indoco Remedies
Ms Tripti Nakhare
VP Regulatory Affairs & Packaging Development, FDC Limited
Mr Manjunath Nadella
Assistant VP & Head - Packaging Development, Strides Pharma Science
Ms Leena Padala
Sr. Scientist – II (Head), Eugia Pharma Research Centre
Mr G V Srinivas
Associate Director – Packaging Research & Development, DifGen Pharmaceuticals
Dr Vivek Jha
Head Research & Development, Cilicant
Mr Dhairy Sharma
Manager Business Development (Healthcare Division), Cilicant
Mr Narendhar Kavide
Head – AGM – Packaging & Device development, Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies
Express Pharma, first published as Express Pharma Pulse in 1994, is today India’s leading business fortnightly for the pharmaceutical industry. With the patronage of its readers, Express Pharma has grown to become the No.1 Business News Magazine for the pharmaceutical industry. The editorial contents include: news, views, analysis and interviews, under four main segments: Market (The business of pharmaceuticals), Management (Insight for managing pharma), Research (Expertise for drug development) and Pharma Life (HR issues with a pharma focus). Besides this, we bring out periodic specials like the quarterly Pharma Technology Review, Packaging Special and LABNEXT.
