Mumbai, 30th June 2023: The Maharashtra government has recently announced the establishment of 11 new D. Pharmacy institutes for the academic year 2023-24. In a Government Resolution (GR) issued by the state government, these institutes will offer courses in pharmaceutical sciences and will be affiliated with the State Board of Technical Education.
The GR, which has received approval from the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), reveals that these institutes will be located in various districts across Maharashtra, including Jalgaon, Nagpur, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Sindhudurg, and Mumbai.
The newly approved institutes will be non-aided and autonomous, providing a diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm) program. With an intake capacity of 60 students each, these institutes aim to provide high-quality education in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.
Some of the institutes mentioned in the GR include D.B.Patil College of Pharmacy in Jalgaon, Dnyandeep College of Pharmacy in Nagpur, SSK College of Pharmacy in Nashik, Shri Siddhivinayak Institute of Pharmacy in Ahmednagar, and Sindhudurg Education Society’s College of Pharmacy in Sindhudurg.
The establishment of these institutes is in line with the government’s vision to promote education and research in the pharmaceutical sector. It is expected to create greater opportunities for aspiring students while contributing to the overall growth and development of the state.
The GR highlights the importance of these institutes, particularly in terms of infrastructure, faculty, and curriculum. It emphasizes the need to adhere strictly to the guidelines set by the PCI and the State Board of Technical Education to ensure the delivery of high-quality education.
The approval of these new D. Pharmacy institutes is a significant milestone in Maharashtra’s pharmaceutical education landscape. By producing skilled professionals, these institutes will not only meet the growing demand in the healthcare industry but also foster innovation in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.
This move by the Maharashtra government is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s healthcare sector, fostering the development of a competent workforce capable of driving advancements and contributing to the overall well-being of society.
