Academic Year: 2025–2026
Program: B.Pharm (VI Semester)
Subject: Community Outreach / Extension Activity
1. Basic Information of the Activity
Title of Activity: Community Awareness on Medicine Use
Date: 13th February 2026 (Friday)
Time: 12:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Venue: Community Area, Kondhwa, Pune
Organized by: School of Pharmacy, Vishwakarma University, Pune
Target Audience: General Public / Community Members
2. Organizing Committee
Convener: Prof. (Dr.) Sunitha Sampathi, Dean, School of Pharmacy
Coordinator: Dr. Sabeena Syed
Co-Coordinator: Prof. Supriya Unavane
Members: Dr. Amrita Thakur, Dr. Neeta Rai
Student Volunteers: B.Pharm Students
3. Objectives of the Activity
a) To create awareness regarding rational and safe use of medicines.
b) To educate the community on reading and understanding medicine labels.
c) To explain different dosage forms (tablets, capsules, syrups, suspensions).
d) To highlight correct administration techniques for oral liquid formulations.
e) To emphasize checking expiry dates and proper storage of medicines.
4. Description of the Activity
The School of Pharmacy, Vishwakarma University conducted a community outreach activity titled 'Community Awareness on Medicine Use' at Kondhwa, Pune. The program aimed to promote safe and rational use of medicines among the public.
Faculty members and student volunteers interacted directly with community members. Demonstrations were provided on reading medicine labels, identifying dosage forms, difference between syrups and suspensions, and correct methods of administration.
Participants were guided on precautions, adherence to prescribed dosage, and importance of expiry dates.
The activity was interactive, and queries related to daily medicine use were addressed. The session strengthened community awareness and enhanced students’ patient counseling skills.
5. Outcomes
a) Improved public awareness regarding safe medication practices.
b) Enhanced communication and patient counselling skills among pharmacy students.
c) Promoted community engagement and social responsibility.
d) Supported Program Outcomes related to professional ethics and public health awareness.
6. Feedback Summary
The community appreciated the initiative and found the information useful. Students reported improved confidence in counselling and real-world communication.
7. Conclusion
The extension activity successfully fulfilled its objective of promoting rational medicine use in the community. The program aligns with NAAC, NBA, and PCI requirements for community engagement and experiential learning.
8. Annexures
Annexure I: Activity Approval Letter
Annexure II: Event Flyer
Annexure III: Photographs of the Activity
Annexure IV: Attendance Sheet
