Dr. Dhriti Tupe: A Pillar of Quality and Compliance in the Pharmaceutical Industry
With over two decades of unwavering commitment to pharmaceutical quality and regulatory compliance, Dr. Dhriti Tupe is a beacon of integrity, precision, and leadership in the life sciences industry. Her journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, a Postgraduate Diploma in Regulatory Affairs, and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, forming a robust academic foundation for a distinguished career.
Starting as an Analytical Chemist at Cipla, she steadily rose through the ranks, holding key leadership roles across organisations such as Enem Nostrum Remedies, Bio Scientific Research Laboratories, and ProPharma Group. Currently, she serves as Lead Compliance at Pfizer, ensuring engineering quality compliance, supporting equipment qualification, and championing data integrity and audit readiness.
She is not only a seasoned professional but also a certified Lead Auditor and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. She has consistently driven excellence in GxP auditing, regulatory readiness, CAPA execution, and Quality Management Systems. Her strategic thinking, risk mitigation skills, and meticulous approach to regulatory frameworks have helped organizations pass critical audits and raise their quality benchmarks.
Beyond technical expertise, she embodies leadership that empowers teams, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and safeguards patient safety. Her accolades and recognitions are a testament to her relentless dedication to the industry.
At IAF, we proudly honour her as a true achiever — a woman whose work continues to elevate global pharmaceutical standards.

