Dr. V. G. Somani,
Joint Drugs Controller (India)

Dr. V. G. Somani serves as Joint Drugs Controller (India) at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), the national regulatory authority responsible for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and clinical trials oversight in India. With extensive experience in drug regulation, public health policy, and pharmaceutical governance, he plays a key role in ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of drugs marketed in the country.

In his regulatory capacity, Dr. Somani oversees critical functions including new drug approvals, clinical trial permissions, pharmacovigilance monitoring, and enforcement of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and associated rules. His responsibilities include evaluating scientific data dossiers, coordinating with subject expert committees, and strengthening compliance mechanisms aligned with global regulatory standards.

Dr. Somani has contributed to regulatory modernization efforts, including digitalization of approval processes, risk-based inspections, and harmonization with international guidelines. He actively engages with industry stakeholders, healthcare institutions, and state drug authorities to enhance transparency, streamline regulatory pathways, and promote patient safety.

Throughout his tenure, he has supported initiatives aimed at improving quality surveillance systems, strengthening adverse event reporting frameworks, and reinforcing India’s pharmaceutical regulatory ecosystem. His leadership reflects a commitment to balancing innovation facilitation with stringent public health safeguards.

Through policy oversight, scientific evaluation, and collaborative governance, Dr. V. G. Somani continues to contribute significantly to strengthening India’s drug regulatory framework and ensuring the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain.