Prabhakaran B. Nair Appointed Global Chief Manufacturing Officer of Cipla
By Ankur Chandra | Updated at: Jun 2, 2025 11:49 AM IST

MUMBAI, June 2, 2025 – Cipla Ltd. (NSE: CIPLA, BSE: 500087) announced that it has elevated Mr. Prabhakaran Balakrishnan Nair as Global Chief Manufacturing Officer (GCMO) and designated him as Senior Management Personnel (SMP), effective July 1, 2025.
Veteran Pharma Leader to Drive Global Manufacturing Excellence
Mr. Nair is currently the Chief of Quality at Cipla’s Indore plant and has over 34 years of expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality operations.
Prior to Cipla, Nair served as Chief Operating Officer at Encube Ethicals, where he led major expansions at Goa and Indore. He also held senior leadership roles at ACG Worldwide, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, IPCA Laboratories, and Cadila Pharmaceuticals.
Proven Track Record in Quality & Regulatory Excellence
At Cipla, Mr. Nair has been instrumental in improving regulatory audit readiness and incorporating AI-driven frameworks into quality operations. His efforts have fortified the company’s global quality standards and positioned Cipla’s plants for sustained compliance and operational excellence.
He holds a Master of Pharmacy and an MBA from Mumbai University, reinforcing his domain expertise with strategic acumen.
Strategic Outlook
Cipla aims to enhance its global manufacturing capabilities amid growing international demand and evolving regulatory frameworks. The appointment of Mr. Nair’s will help Cipla through his operational depth and leadership experience. This move aligns with Cipla’s long-term vision of transforming its manufacturing footprint with technology-led and quality-first initiatives.
REF: https://nsearchives.nseindia.com/corporate/CIPLA_01062025191326_AppointmentofSMPJune2025signed.pdf
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