The Nepal Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association (NEPMA) has selected a new executive committee for its upcoming term, with Biplav Adhikari appointed as president. The 31st Annual General Meeting marked the conclusion of the election process, confirming office bearers and committee members.
Although the presidential post initially saw competition, a consensus was reached with former president Deepak Prasad Dahal, resulting in Adhikari’s uncontested appointment. Adhikari is a seasoned leader who previously served as the association’s general secretary.
Committee Structure and Key Appointments
According to the association’s revised bylaws, the new executive committee consists of 13 members—seven office bearers and six committee members.
Key appointments include:
- Mahesh Prasad Pradhan continues as immediate past president.
- Prabhat Ruganta has been elected as Senior Vice President.
- Prithvi Raj Bhandari (Niju) serves as Vice President.
- Santosh Baral assumes the role of General Secretary.
- Giriraj Pathak (Ganesh) is the Secretary.
- Sumit Chandra Shrestha holds the position of Treasurer.
Committee members include Shailesh Baidh, Pankaj Tiwari, Ishwar Bhandari, Sharad Chandra Ojha, Sajal Raj Regmi, and Pravan Dahal.
The newly formed leadership is tasked with steering the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector amid evolving challenges and opportunities in Nepal’s healthcare industry.
