Shankar Singh is the Director of Beacon Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. He joined the company in 2017 as the director of the company. Shankar led the organization’s transition from a sick pharmaceutical company to a company that moved up with a diverse product portfolio.

After taking the responsibility he has steered the company on a path of continuous growth. Shankar has proved that hard work and dedication is the greatest strength of human beings.

Shankar’s emphasis on sincerity, transparency, professionalism, devotion and business ethics has helped shape Beacon not only in the present but for the future also. He is driving the necessary imperatives for Beacon to engage even more thoroughly with the quality of medicine and limitations of the present day pharmaceutical industry.

Shankar is dedicated to sustainable manufacturing and business practices and leads the company’s sustainability initiatives including the adoption of green technologies and processes. As an advocate of sustainability, Shankar supports nature and sustainable ecosystems.

Shankar was born in Kolkata on 27th May, 1967. His hometown is at Siwan, Bihar. He started his professional life in the year 1987 by joining Calcutta Tram Company Limited. In the later years he had left his job and engaged himself in developing independent companies. He has become a successful entrepreneur by establishing several developing companies like M. Raj & Company, Akala Construction, Anamika Enterprise etc., all in the electrical goods and services sector.

He joined Beacon at a time when Beacon was facing many difficult challenges. But Shankar always prefers to deal with complex problems. He began to solve all the difficulties one by one. Gradually the hope and confidence among employees at all levels began to grow that this company would go a long way.

Among the latest ideas to move Beacon forward are the launch of new products, registration of all the popular brands of the company, growth of the company abroad and most importantly to create its own mark in modern education in the health-care sector. His vision for health-care education is a unique initiative for a pharmaceutical company. Beacon under the able leadership of Shankar is in the process of finalizing its ‘Vision 2025’ project.

Mr. Sekhar Datta's determination, perseverance, endless positivity, and affection for the common people have been instrumental in Beacon Pharmaceuticals' survival through various challenges and crises. His journey to establish Beacon Pharmaceuticals as a beacon of quality and affordability in the pharmaceutical industry is a testament to his dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment.

Born in Chittagong, Bangladesh, on May 22, 1957, Mr. Datta's interest in the pharmaceutical sector began to flourish in the 1980s. It was during this time that he realized the crucial role of pharmaceutical companies in improving healthcare access, sparking his ambition to make a meaningful impact in the region.

Mr. Datta's belief in the significance of ethical practices within the pharmaceutical industry is deeply rooted in his personal values and professional ethos. He understands that Beacon Pharmaceuticals' success is not just measured by financial achievements but by the positive impact it has on society.

By 1993, Mr. Datta had laid the foundation for his vision, paving the way for the establishment of Beacon Pharmaceuticals in India, specifically operating in Bengal. May 1995 marked a significant milestone as Beacon was officially launched, ushering in a new era of innovation and excellence in the regional pharmaceutical landscape. Right from the start, Beacon Pharmaceuticals set itself apart by prioritizing the advancement of modern scientific practices while ensuring that high-quality medicines remained accessible and affordable to those in need in Bengal.

Today, Beacon Pharmaceuticals serves as a testament to Mr. Datta's steadfast commitment to integrity, excellence, and affordability in healthcare within the Bengal region. The company's ongoing mission is to continue driving innovation, enhancing healthcare outcomes, and making a positive difference in the lives of individuals and communities in Bengal, all while upholding the highest ethical standards in every aspect of its operations.