Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy (RSCP), Buldhana, under the aegis of Dwarka Bahuuddeshiya Gramin Vikas Foundation, successfully organized a two-day Induction Programme for newly admitted B. Pharm. students for the academic year 2026–27 on **30th and 31st October 2026** at the college Seminar Hall. The programme aimed to familiarize students with the institutional environment, academic framework, professional ethics, and diverse career opportunities in pharmaceutical sciences.
### Day 1 – 30th October 2026
The first day of the programme was graced by **Mr. Nitin Patil**, Founder of Uttung Bharari Training Academy, Mumbai, as the Chief Guest. In his motivational address, he emphasized personality development, effective communication, positive thinking, self-confidence, leadership qualities, and goal setting. He encouraged students to develop essential life skills and adopt a positive approach towards their academic and professional careers.
### Day 2 – 31st October 2026
The second day featured **Dr. Swaroop R. Lahoti**, Professor and Head, Department of Pharmaceutics, Y. B. Chavan College of Pharmacy, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, as the Chief Guest. He delivered an insightful session on the expanding scope of pharmaceutical sciences, emerging trends in pharmaceutics, research opportunities, innovation, and the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare. He motivated students to cultivate scientific curiosity, research aptitude, and professional competence.
An important highlight of the second day was the formal launch of the textbook **“A Text Book of General Pharmacy (Theory) – BP102T” The book was officially launched on **31st October 2026** in the august presence of **Dr. Shirish Jain, Principal, Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy**, and the Chief Guest, **Dr. Swaroop R. Lahoti**, along with all the distinguished authors of the book: Dr. Gautam D. Mehetre, Dr. Dipak V. Bhusari , Miss Dwiptesha P. Dahake and Dr. Chetna R. Kothari. The occasion marked a significant academic achievement for the institution and reflected its commitment to quality education, academic excellence, research, and the development of learning resources for pharmacy students. The textbook is expected to serve as a valuable academic resource for B. Pharm. students studying the subject of General Pharmacy.
During the programme, students were also introduced to the institutional infrastructure, academic framework, teaching-learning practices, student support systems, and co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities. **Dr. Shirish Jain, Principal**, addressed the students and encouraged them to uphold discipline, academic excellence, and professional values.
The entire programme was coordinated by **Dr. Dipak Vikram Bhusari, Programme Coordinator**, with the active support and cooperation of the teaching and supporting staff members.
The programme concluded with a formal **Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Satish Shelke**, who expressed sincere gratitude to the distinguished guests, management, Principal, faculty members, parents, and students for their valuable contributions and participation.
The two-day induction programme was successfully conducted and provided an inspiring and meaningful beginning to the academic journey of the newly admitted B. Pharm. students. The book launch further added an academic milestone to the occasion, highlighting the institution’s continuous efforts towards promoting knowledge creation and academic excellence in pharmaceutical education.
