Mumbai ,Maharashtra, India, October 2025 — Vishal Shah has joined FDC Limited as Chief Financial Officer, bringing with him over 18 years of leadership experience across finance, business strategy, and corporate transformation in the pharmaceutical sector. In this role, Vishal will oversee the company’s financial strategy, business performance, and governance, supporting FDC’s long-term vision of innovation-driven growth and global expansion in healthcare.
Before joining FDC, Vishal served as Chief Financial Officer at RPG Life Sciences Ltd., where he led multi-functional teams across Finance, Treasury, Costing, Taxation, IT, Legal, and Distribution. His leadership was instrumental in driving financial performance improvement, digital transformation, and business scalability across domestic and international markets.
Previously, Vishal spent over five years at Alkem Laboratories Ltd., where he progressed through key leadership positions, including General Manager – Finance and Deputy General Manager – Business Finance. During this time, he implemented strategic cost management frameworks, strengthened business finance operations, and enhanced global compliance and reporting systems.
His earlier experience at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. included assignments across India and Europe, where he served as Finance Controller for the EU Business and later managed Business and International Finance functions. Based in Prague during part of his tenure, Vishal played a vital role in financial consolidation, treasury management, and regional P&L governance across multiple European markets.
An alumnus of Symbiosis International University (MBA – Finance) and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (Executive Education in Management and Finance for Chartered Accountants), Vishal combines strategic acumen with a deep understanding of global financial operations. His appointment underscores FDC’s commitment to strong financial stewardship, innovation, and sustainable business growth.
About FDC Limited
Founded in 1936, FDC Limited is a leading pharmaceutical company engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Finished Dosage Forms across multiple therapeutic areas. With world-class manufacturing facilities in Maharashtra, Goa, and Himachal Pradesh, FDC holds accreditations from leading global regulatory agencies including US-FDA, UK-MHRA, MCC-RSA, and UAE authorities. The company is a pioneer in ORS and Ophthalmics, with a portfolio of over 300 products exported to more than 50 countries worldwide. FDC’s philosophy is rooted in innovation, quality, and a commitment to improving global healthcare outcomes through modern technology and empowered talent.
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