Business EconomyPosted at: Oct 30 2026 6:18PM


Hyd: Dr K Anand Kumar receives FABA Lifetime Achievement Award

Hyderabad, Oct 30 (UNI) Dr K. Anand Kumar, Managing Director of Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL), has been conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) in recognition of his contributions to biotechnology, vaccine research, development and manufacturing.
The award recognises his leadership and efforts in strengthening India's vaccine ecosystem and making quality vaccines accessible and affordable in the human and animal healthcare sectors.
Under his leadership, Hyderabad-based Indian Immunologicals Limited has strengthened its position as a leading vaccine manufacturer, contributing to India's self-reliance in vaccines for human and animal health.
The company has been involved in developing and manufacturing vaccines to address critical public health needs, disease prevention, animal healthcare and food security.
The FABA Lifetime Achievement Award has previously been conferred on eminent personalities, including Dr Cyrus Poonawalla, Chairman and Managing Director of Serum Institute of India, Dr Patrick Vallance, former President of R&D at GlaxoSmithKline, UK, Dr Balram Bhargava, former Director General of ICMR, and Dr Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist of the World Health Organization.
Reacting to the recognition, Dr Anand Kumar said the award was a tribute to the collective efforts of the scientific community, researchers, healthcare professionals and the entire team of Indian Immunologicals Limited.
He said continued investment in research, innovation and indigenous vaccine development would be crucial to addressing emerging health challenges and strengthening the country's preparedness for the future.
Established in 1982 by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), Indian Immunologicals Limited is one of India's leading vaccine manufacturers, with a focus on research, development and manufacturing of vaccines and biologicals.
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