ABOUT OPPI

The Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) established in 1965, represents the research-based global pharmaceutical companies in India. OPPI has been an integral part of the healthcare journey of the country. We remain committed to supporting the nation’s healthcare objectives, putting patients at the core of all decision making and collaborating with all stakeholders to find sustainable solutions to realize the collective vision of Health for All.

Our member companies have been serving the country’s healthcare ecosystem since pre-independence and continue to remain committed to patient safety and providing quality care in the future as well. As an association, our advocacy decisions, patient commitment and work are always keeping the country first and we embody the spirit of working for ‘Bharat Ke Liye’; driven with innovation to find solutions for unmet medical needs, collaboration with government stakeholders, and co-creation with partners coming together to address the nation’s healthcare challenges. We are committed to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi-ji’s clarion call of ‘Jai Vigyan and Jai Anusandhan’.

EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION HEALTHCARE START-UP AWARD

The Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) works closely with the government and other stakeholders to foster a productive environment for pharmaceutical innovation. As one of OPPI's three core pillars, innovation is consistently prioritised. OPPI and its member companies have been at the forefront of introducing groundbreaking medications to the Indian market.
The Excellence in Innovation Healthcare Start-Up Award is a prestigious recognition bestowed upon start-ups that are working towards revolutionising the Indian healthcare landscape. These healthcare startups are driving transformative change in India's healthcare sector through the strategic application of technology. The award aims to recognise and empower such healthcare start-ups to develop innovative solutions to address India's healthcare challenges. This award celebrates their commitment to create a positive impact on improving healthcare outcomes for people in India.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Mentorship from and exposure to OPPI member companies.

A grant in aid of ₹ 1,00,000/-

Citation on media release, OPPI website, & social media handles.

RULES OF APPLICATION

  • 01The entity should be registered under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
  • 02Participation in the Excellence in Innovation Award is voluntary.
  • 03By participating in the Excellence in Innovation Award, the startups, nominator, ecosystem enablers agree to the OPPI’s and its partners use of its name, URL, photos and videos for promotional purposes on its website and other promotional material.
  • 04Any false information provided within the context of the Excellence in Innovation Award by any entity concerning identity, mailing address, telephone number, email address, ownership of right, or non-compliance with these rules or any terms and conditions or the like may result in the immediate elimination of the entity from the Awards process.
  • 05OPPI reserves the right at its sole discretion to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Excellence in Innovation Award or not award any entity in any sector or sub-sector.
  • 06OPPI reserves the right to disqualify any candidate/entity that tampers with the submission process, commits fraud or is in violation of criminal and/or civil laws.
  • 07The decisions of the Jury and the implementation committee shall be final and binding.
Selection of winners are based on the recommendation of an independent panel of experts.

Validator

Ashutosh Pastor

Sr. Manager and Head – Incubation,
Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer, IIT Delhi

JURY

Meena Ganesh

Co-Founder , Chairperson & MD
Portea Medical

Dr Karthikeyan Ponnalagu

Engineering Director,
AI and ML platforms , Amex India pvt Ltd

Shubhini A. Saraf

Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical
Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli

Neha Nagpal

Assistant Vice President
Invest India | Startup India