Association Activities

QIS College of Pharmacy celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025, in the Dhanvanthari Seminar Hall at 3:00 PM with the theme “Accelerate Action,” in association with the AP IPGA Women Forum. The event aimed to recognize the achievements of women and inspire collective action toward gender equality. The highlight of the celebration was the motivational address by Ms. Lalitha Srinivas Karumuri, who spoke passionately about resilience, self-belief, and the power of women to lead change in every sphere of life. Her inspiring words energized the audience, which included students, faculty, and staff. The program also featured cultural performances and heartfelt acknowledgments of women's contributions in various domains, particularly in pharmacy and healthcare. The celebration created a vibrant atmosphere of empowerment, unity, and inspiration, encouraging all participants to take meaningful steps toward a more inclusive and equitable society.

IPGA Womens Forum Central Zone celebrated International Women’s Day on 08th March 20225 in association with Oxford International College, Indore. Theme of this year is Accelerate Action. Any action could not be accelerated without solving mental issues. So, an Expert Lecture was conducted on topic “Women’s Mental Health Issues and Coping Mechanism” in online mode. The Speaker Dr. Lavina Singh, currently working as HOD, School of Social Sciences, Renaissance University, Indore and Also working as counselling psychologist at Visit Health. She was associated with Women & Child Development Department as a para volunteer and Jila Rozgar Office as Career Counsellor. She was having more than 12 years expertise in Career Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Adolescents counselling. The program was inaugurated by a welcome note delivered by Dr. Priya Jain, Professor & Principal, OIC, Indore. A brief about IPGA was given to our expert and participants by Dr. Suman Gehlot, Associate Professor, Parijat College of Pharmacy, Indore. Expert was introduced to our guests and participants by Dr. Shaily Choudhary, Principal, Compfeeder College of Pharmacy, Indore. Dr. Lavina has discussed various situations which arises mental issues especially in women. These mental issues result in various disorders which extends from mental and physical also. At the end of the session, vote of thanks was given by Dr. Swapnil Verma, Principal, Vindhya Institute of Pharmacy, Satna. About 120 students have participated the event in online mode. Convenor of the event was Dr. Manju Singh Rawat, Chairperson, IPGA Women’s Forum. Co-convenor was Dr. Vandana Garg, Co-Chairperson, IPGA Women’s Forum. Dr. Priya Jain was the Organizing Secretary of the event and Dr. Shaily Choudhary was coordinator of the event.

IPGA Women's Forum Central Zone in association with Oxford International College, Indore and Indore International College, proudly celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025, with the empowering theme “Accelerate Action – नारी तू नारायणी.” Held from 10:30 AM onwards, the event featured an engaging panel discussion focusing on women's empowerment, leadership, and societal contribution. The program was graced by the distinguished presence of Ms. Sakshi Malik, India’s first female Olympic medalist in wrestling, who served as the Chief Guest. Her powerful address inspired the audience by highlighting her journey, the challenges she overcame, and the importance of perseverance, discipline, and equality in achieving success. The event was inaugurated under the leadership of Chairman Adv. Akshanshu Tiwari, CEO Mr. Kuldeep Tiwari, and Group Director Prof. (Dr.) Punit K. Dwivedi, whose support emphasized the institution's commitment to gender inclusivity and women’s advancement. Through thought-provoking discussions and motivational narratives, the program aimed to inspire action toward building a more inclusive society. The event concluded with a renewed sense of commitment to uplifting women in all spheres of life, making the celebration both impactful and memorable.

IPGA Women Forum, Haryana State Branch, in collaboration with the Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy (GGSCOP), Yamuna Nagar, organized a prestigious National Symposium on “Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies” on 11th February 2025. This virtual event aimed to celebrate and empower women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), promoting inclusivity and leadership. The symposium brought together eminent speakers, including Dr. Priya Rao, Assistant Professor at Pt. Ravi Shankar Shukla University, Raipur, and Dr. Richa Shri, Professor at Punjabi University, Patiala. Their thought-provoking talks inspired attendees with stories of resilience, achievements, and strategies to overcome gender barriers in STEM fields. The event featured keynote addresses, expert panel discussions, and interactive mentorship sessions. Participants gained insights into creating equitable workspaces and the significance of women's representation in scientific innovation and research.

IPGA Women Forum, Haryana State Branch, in collaboration with the Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy (GGSCOP), Yamuna Nagar, organized a prestigious National Symposium on “Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies” on 11th February 2025. This virtual event aimed to celebrate and empower women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), promoting inclusivity and leadership. The symposium brought together eminent speakers, including Dr. Priya Rao, Assistant Professor at Pt. Ravi Shankar Shukla University, Raipur, and Dr. Richa Shri, Professor at Punjabi University, Patiala. Their thought-provoking talks inspired attendees with stories of resilience, achievements, and strategies to overcome gender barriers in STEM fields. The event featured keynote addresses, expert panel discussions, and interactive mentorship sessions. Participants gained insights into creating equitable workspaces and the significance of women's representation in scientific innovation and research.