Dr. Reddy’s re-appoints G V Prasad as Co-Chairman and Managing Director

Prasad has played a key role in shaping Dr. Reddy’s into a globally respected organisation

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories announced the re-appointment of G V Prasad as Co-Chairman and Managing Director for a five-year term starting January 30, 2026.

This decision, approved by the shareholders at the company’s 41st AGM, underscores the company’s commitment to leadership continuity and strategic growth, leveraging Mr. Prasad’s extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Prasad is a promoter and board member of the company. With over 36 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, he has played a key role in shaping Dr. Reddy’s into a globally respected organisation. He is a Board Member of institutions such as Indian School of Business and Ashoka University. He has also previously served on the Boards of educational institutions such as IIT Hyderabad and S V University, technology company Cyient and non-profit organization Acumen Fund.

He is currently the Chairman of CII National Committee on Pharmaceuticals. He has also been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Belgium in Hyderabad since April 2019.

He holds a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a Master’s in Industrial Administration from Purdue University.