It is a privilege to lead the APAA Indian Group at a time when Intellectual Property is central to India’s innovation-driven future. From a modest membership in the year 2000, our community has grown into one of the largest and most dynamic networks of IP professionals in Asia, now second only to Japan.

Our mission is simple yet vital — to strengthen IP protection, foster collaboration, and ensure that India plays a leading role in shaping the global IP landscape. Through advocacy, capacity building, and knowledge exchange, the APAA Indian Group continues to serve as a bridge between practitioners, policymakers, and industry.

As we move forward, we remain committed to supporting India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and Atmanirbhar Bharat, ensuring that Intellectual Property becomes the cornerstone of sustainable growth, creativity, and innovation.

I invite every member, stakeholder, and partner to join us in this journey of advancing IP excellence for India and the region.