Department of Pharmacology Conducts National Pharmacology Day 2026 at BGS Medical College & Hospital, Nagaruru
The Department of Pharmacology at BGS Medical College and Hospital in Nagarur successfully hosted a commemorative event for National Pharmacology Day 2026 on August 17. Held at the MEU Hall, the program served as a prestigious platform to honor the enduring legacy and monumental contributions of Colonel Sir Ram Nath Chopra, widely recognized as the pioneer of pharmacology in India. The event drew an audience of forty esteemed faculty members who gathered to engage in academic discourse and celebrate the evolution of the discipline.
The proceedings opened with a formal welcome address by Senior Resident Dr. Vishali P, followed by an invocation song performed by Assistant Professor Dr. Tejas M R. The event was managed by Assistant Professor Dr. M. Shashikala, who served as the Master of Ceremony. To symbolize growth and the department’s commitment to natural sciences, the program was officially inaugurated through the watering of a Tulasi sapling and the offering of floral tributes to the Paramapoojya Jagadguru Padmabhushana Puraskrutha Sri Sri Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji and His Holiness Paramapoojya Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji. Leadership perspectives were shared during the inaugural addresses by Dean cum Principal Dr. K. S. Gangadhara, Chief of Hospital Dr. Krishnamurthy V. R, and Vice Principal Dr. Prithvi Shankar. Dr. Shubha Praveen, Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmacology, further contextualized the day by providing a detailed introduction to the historical and professional significance of National Pharmacology Day.
A central feature of the celebration was the academic guest lecture delivered by Dr. Nandini T, Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmacology at Sri Siddhartha Medical College and Hospital, Tumakuru. Her presentation, titled Zebrafish in Biomedical and Pharmacological Research as a Translational Research Model, offered a comprehensive overview of how zebrafish are utilized in modern scientific inquiry. The lecture emphasized the increasing importance of this model in bridging the gap between laboratory discovery and clinical application, providing the faculty with valuable insights into contemporary research methodologies.
The event also highlighted the historical roots of Indian pharmacology through the release of a specialized video project. Launched by Dean Dr. Gangadhara K. S., the video focused on the pioneering work of Colonel Sir Ram Nath Chopra regarding indigenous medicinal plants. This visual tribute showcased his dedication to cataloging and studying the therapeutic properties of local flora, which remains a cornerstone of pharmacological heritage in the region. To encourage faculty participation, Dr. Santosh R and Dr. Ankitha L conducted an interactive crossword activity centered on the discovery and applications of indigenous plants.
The successful commemoration concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Associate Professor Dr. Smitha Rai. By integrating historical tributes with cutting edge research discussions, the Department of Pharmacology reinforced its commitment to academic excellence and institutional heritage. The event not only honored the past achievements of legendary figures like Sir Ram Nath Chopra but also inspired faculty members to pursue innovative research pathways in the field of translational medicine.
