Smriti Irani says Gujarat's share in pharma exports is almost a quarter
She expressed concern over lack of opportunities for women in the pharma and healthcare sectors.;
Ahmedabad: Hailing the state's contribution in the pharma sector, Minister of Women and Child Development Smriti Irani on Sunday said that of the $24 million exports achieved by India, Gujarat accounts for nearly 25 per cent.
She was inaugurating the national conference on "Soaring Heights of Empowerment in Pharma & Healthcare Industry" here.
The minister also launched a knowledge report on "Future impact on Pharma & Healthcare with Diversity & Inclusivity: Vision 2030.
Extending her wishes on the state's Formation Day, she highlighted the contribution of Gujarat in the Pharma sector stating that out of 24 million USD exports achieved by India, the state accounts for nearly 25 per cent. She expressed concern over lack of opportunities for women in the pharma and healthcare sectors and hoped that the conference would help to generate dialogue, discussion and drive outcomes towards the goal of more women in these sectors.
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