By: ICN Bureau
Last updated : October 23, 2026 5:00 pm
The panel will address critical operational pivots and technical methodologies to bridge the gap between traditional manufacturing and ambitious net-zero targets
Indian Chemical News and Indian Pharma Post are jointly organizing the highly anticipated ChemPharma R&D Summit 2026, scheduled to take place on October 27–28, 2026, at the Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, Mumbai. Anchored by the core theme of "Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Sustainability," this premier event serves as a critical nexus for industry advancements.
The agenda of the Summit is available Here. One can register on the below given Link:
https://www.indianchemicalnews.com/chempharma_r_and_d_summit_2026//register.php
A major highlight of the event is a high-level panel discussion titled "Green Chemistry and Net Zero Pathways," taking place on October 27, 2026. As changing global regulatory frameworks and supply chains increasingly mandate strict environmental compliance, this session arrives at a defining moment. It brings together an influential lineup of cross-sector thought leaders to map out a comprehensive, deep-science roadmap for decarbonizing India's chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
The distinguished panel features a powerful mix of experts from government, academia, and private enterprises: Dr. Vishal Choudhary, Scientist F, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Govt. of India; Komal Shah Bhukhanwala, Executive Director, SML Limited; Prof. Anup K. Ghosh, Professor (Emeritus), Indian Institute of Packaging, Delhi; Dr. Raja Kaliappan, Head – Research & Development, Godrej Industries (Chemicals) and Harshad Deshpande, AVP – R&D, Advanced Materials, Aditya Birla Chemicals. The strategic session will be moderated by Aashish Kasad, Senior Partner & National Leader (Chemicals & Agri sector – India) at EY.
To bridge the gap between traditional manufacturing and ambitious net-zero targets, the panel will address critical operational pivots and technical methodologies. The agenda focuses heavily on five pillar areas: Sustainable Feedstocks and Biomass Utilization, Advanced Catalysis and Process Intensification, Electrification and Renewable Energy Integration, and Circular Economy and Life Cycle Assessment. Crucially, the speakers will unpack Policy, Investment, and Scaling Challenges, exploring the specific financial mechanisms, government incentives, and infrastructure hurdles tied to shifting green chemistry innovations from laboratory pilots to full-scale commercial manufacturing.
The actionable insights generated from this landmark session are expected to provide Indian manufacturers with a definitive blueprint. By blending ecological responsibility with economic viability, the summit will empower domestic enterprises to secure global competitiveness, achieve compliance, and lead the global transition toward zero-emission chemical synthesis.