KOLKATA, INDIA — The 2nd Annual Conference with the Janaushadhi Kendra Owners’ Welfare Society (JKOWS) successfully concluded yesterday, November 1, 2026, at the Rotary Sadan in Kolkata, drawing an expanded attendance of approximately 300 members and delegates from across Bihar, Jharkhand, Sikkim, Assam, and West Bengal.
The high-profile event brought together key stakeholders, policy experts, and medical leaders to discuss actionable strategies for affordable healthcare distribution and retail excellence. The conference featured foundational organizational addresses from Mr. Vishnu Gupta, National President and Mr. Amlan Bardhan, National Secretary
Key Highlights & Speaker Lineup
• Keynote & Masterclass: Dr. Rajendra Pratap Gupta (Founder of the International Patients’ Union & Healthcare Icon 2026) delivered the primary address and hosted a targeted operational strategy masterclass on “Retail Pharmacy Operations.”
• Industrial & Policy Insights: Mr. Srikumar Ghose Choudhury represented the leadership of Bengal Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (BCPL) and the PMBI, anchoring critical policy updates.
• Medical Fraternity Support: Prominent clinical and administrative insights were shared by, Dr. Sarbari Dutta (Hony. Secretary General, IMA Head Quarters). She has emphasized the critical importance of a collaborative approach to adapt to the evolving landscape of affordable and accessible healthcare. By advocating for a partnership with healthcare operations networks like JKOWS, the IMA aims to align specialized clinical standards with practical, widespread distribution methods, ensuring that high-quality medical services remain within financial reach for diverse socio-economic populations across the country.
The convention marked a major milestone in strengthening the network of Janaushadhi Kendra owners across Eastern and North-Eastern India, aligning retail operations with national healthcare affordability goals.
