With nearly 17 years in pharmaceutical education, Professor Narendra Singh has built his career around pharmacy teaching, student mentorship, and academic leadership at GRY Institute of Pharmacy (GRYIP), Borawan, MP. As Professor and Head of the Pharmacognosy Department, he continues guiding students in natural medicine sciences and pharmaceutical research.

Narendra Singh, Professor and Head of Pharmacognosy Department at GRY Institute of Pharmacy, Borawan, has been contributing to the field of pharmaceutical education and academic administration for nearly 17 years.

Along with serving as Professor in the Department of Pharmacognosy, he has also been working as Admission In-charge for the past 12 years, playing an important role in student guidance, academic coordination, and institutional development at one of the prominent pharmacy institutes in the region.

GRY Institute of Pharmacy (GRYIP), Borawan, Khargone established in 2001 under the leadership of Late Shri Subhash Yadav, offers D.Pharm, B.Pharm, and Master of Pharmacy courses designed to prepare students for careers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Over the years, the institute has achieved several milestones, including becoming the first pharmacy institute in the region to receive NAAC accreditation and the first institute to gain autonomous status from UGC, strengthening its reputation in pharmacy education and research.

Specializing in Pharmacognosy, Professor Narendra Singh focuses on the scientific study of crude drugs obtained from natural sources such as medicinal plants, animals, minerals, and microorganisms. The field involves identification, isolation, evaluation, and medicinal application of natural substances used in traditional and modern healthcare systems. His interest in nature and traditional medicine systems from an early age inspired him to choose Pharmacognosy as his specialization and pursue advanced studies in the subject.

Born and raised in Harsud, a small town in Khandwa district, Pharmacognosy Professor Narendra Singh grew up in an environment shaped by education, discipline, and values, largely influenced by his father, who served as a government teacher. After completing his schooling in Harsud, he joined GRYIP Borawan, for his graduation studies and later completed his master’s degree from Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Sikkim. His academic journey reflects continuous dedication toward pharmaceutical sciences, natural medicine research, and higher education.

Among the personalities who influenced his life most significantly, Researcher Narendra Singh considers his father as his first role model. Professionally, he also draws inspiration from Principal Dr. Sujit Pillai, whose discipline, dedication, leadership qualities, and passion toward pharmacy education motivated him to follow a similar path of academic commitment and institutional service.

Throughout his teaching career, he has faced multiple professional challenges, including adapting to academic responsibilities, balancing teaching with administration, and ensuring effective learning for students. Through discipline, hard work, and continuous improvement, he gradually overcame these challenges and established himself as an experienced educator in pharmaceutical education. According to him, the greatest achievement for any teacher is witnessing students achieve success in their careers and contribute meaningfully to society and the healthcare industry.

Educator Singh strongly believes that hard work, discipline, dedication, and continuous learning are the real keys to success in both professional and personal life. Through his message to students and young professionals entering the pharmacy field, he encourages them to remain curious, committed to learning, and focused on innovation and honesty. He believes that education and dedication have the power to shape not only successful careers but also a stronger and healthier future for the nation and the coming generations.