Lucknow: Top leadership from leading pharmaceutical companies of India and abroad lauded Uttar Pradesh’s rapidly transforming image at the Uttar Pradesh Pharma Conclave 1.0, held in Lucknow. Industry stalwarts praised the state’s strong law and order, transparent governance and investor-friendly policies under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, calling it a historic turnaround that has positioned UP as a safe, stable and highly reliable destination for future investments.
During the conclave, pharma leaders unanimously agreed that Uttar Pradesh has undergone fundamental and structural reforms that are not only reshaping the state but also setting new benchmarks for the country. The industry highlighted that the Yogi government’s focus on good governance, accountability and ease of doing business has restored investor confidence and created a conducive ecosystem for large-scale pharmaceutical and healthcare investments.
Clear roadmap for present and future of UP: Ayodhya Rami Reddy
Rajya Sabha Member and Chairman of Ramco Group, Ayodhya Rami Reddy, described Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership as an “outstanding commitment” to the nation and society. Sharing his four decades of experience, he said he had never witnessed such a positive environment in Uttar Pradesh before. “What UP is today and what it is going to become—Yogi ji has clearly laid out the roadmap. This transformation will guide not just the state, but the entire country,” he said, adding that strong law and order, accountability and integrity are the pillars of long-term growth.
No red tape, only red carpet: Jinal Mehta
Torrent Group Vice Chairman Jinal Mehta said that over the past nine years, Uttar Pradesh has seen remarkable improvements in ease of doing business and law and order. “We have worked across 20 districts of UP and never faced law and order issues or red tape. Today, UP offers red carpet treatment to investors, not red tape, and this has been possible due to the leadership of Yogi ji,” he noted.
Once forced to leave, now time to return: Ramesh Juneja
Chairman of Mankind Pharma Ramesh Juneja recalled difficult experiences from the past, stating that in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the business environment compelled his family to leave the state. “But after every dark night comes a bright morning. That morning came to UP after Yogi Adityanath became Chief Minister,” he said. Juneja added that people now feel safe even late at night, which is why investors are returning to the state in large numbers. He reaffirmed his company’s commitment to invest in Uttar Pradesh and support its growth journey.
Global pharma leaders keen on UP: Satish Reddy
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Chairman Satish Reddy said India’s role in the global pharmaceutical sector has strengthened significantly, especially during the Covid-19 period when Indian pharma saved millions of lives worldwide. He described Uttar Pradesh’s policies as highly effective and expressed readiness to expand operations in the state.
Infrastructure and manpower are UP’s strength: Pankaj Patel
Zydus Lifesciences Chairman Padma Bhushan Pankaj Ramanbhai Patel said that any industry requires land, power, water and skilled manpower—all of which are abundantly available in Uttar Pradesh. “This makes UP an ideal destination for pharma and healthcare investments,” he said.
UP is among the safest places in the country: Dilip Shanghvi
Padma Shri awardee and Sun Pharmaceutical Chairman Dilip Shanghvi stated that Sun Pharma is now India’s largest and the world’s fourth-largest pharmaceutical company. “Uttar Pradesh is a state where we want to set up manufacturing units. The significant improvement in law and order in recent years has made it one of the safest places in the country,” he remarked.
The conclave concluded with a strong message from industry leaders that Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a future-ready pharma powerhouse, backed by robust governance, world-class infrastructure and a clear vision for sustainable industrial growth.
