Bhushan Akshikar Takes Leadership Role as OPPI President
Bhushan Akshikar Appointed as President of OPPI
The Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) announced on Thursday that it has appointed Bhushan Akshikar as its President for a term of two years, effective 26th September 2024. Bhushan is a seasoned business leader with over 13 years of experience in key leadership roles at GSK across India, the Middle East, and the Russia CIS & Africa region.
"I am excited and humbled to lead OPPI’s vision to collaborate with the Government of India to enhance access with innovation for patients, at such a crucial time for healthcare in our country," said Bhushan Akshikar. He further stated, "Over the years, OPPI’s focus has been on collective action to forge a path towards a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable healthcare future for our country."
- Bhushan expressed gratitude to OPPI’s Executive Committee and looks forward to their support.
- Before joining GSK, he spent 15 years with Janssen, Johnson & Johnson, in various positions in India, South Korea, and Belgium.
"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Suresh for his steadfast dedication to advancing OPPI’s vision of enabling a healthier India through innovative solutions. We look forward to his continued guidance," added Anil Matai, Director General of OPPI. "I am thrilled to welcome Bhushan to his new role. His extensive experience and thought leadership in the pharmaceutical industry will be invaluable as OPPI continues to support the nation’s healthcare objectives with a patient-centric approach."
Bhushan has consistently been a strong advocate for healthcare transformation in our country. Under his leadership, we are confident in enhancing our efforts to optimize patient outcomes by fostering an environment that encourages innovation and growth," concluded Anil Matai.
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