About: Human rights have become a critical priority for the Indian pharmaceutical industry as global expectations, regulatory requirements and stakeholder scrutiny continue to intensify. Demonstrating respect for human rights across operations and supply chains is now essential for maintaining market access, meeting ESG commitments, and building trust with international partners.

This PSCI webinar will offer a practical introduction to key human rights considerations for suppliers operating in India. Participants will gain clarity on what responsible business conduct looks like in practice and learn how to strengthen their human rights approach across daily operations. The session will cover:

• An overview of key labour and human rights issues relevant to India’s pharmaceutical sector, including working conditions and fair wages
• Indian and global expectations for human rights due diligence in supply chains
• How to identify, prevent, and address human rights risks across operations and value chains
• Building a culture of dignity, fairness, and respect through strong governance and continuous improvement

This session is especially relevant for teams in Procurement, Supply Chain, HSE & Sustainability, Human Resources, Legal & Compliance, Industry Relations, and Operations at PSCI supplier companies and member organisations.

Speakers

• Archana Panda
  Senior Manager (Assurance) & Senior Lead Accreditation Auditor, SAAS (Social Accountability Accreditation Services)
  With more than 26 years of experience in safety, environment, and social accountability auditing, Archana has conducted over 5,000 audits across India, China and Vietnam. She leads accreditation audits and unannounced audits globally, supports living-wage projects with multinational brands, and contributes to the development of international social accountability standards. Her extensive field experience provides suppliers with practical insights into meeting evolving human rights expectations.