The Governing Body of the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) unanimously elected Anand Mahindra, Chairman and Managing Director of the Mahindra Group as its next Chairperson for a term of three years. Mahindra succeeds NR Narayana Murthy, Infosys founder, Executive Chairman, who has held the position since July 2011.
In his address as outgoing Chairman of PHFI, Murthy, who hands over the baton to focus on his renewed commitment to lead Infosys said, “I have been privileged to be the Chairperson of PHFI, which has emerged as a major transformational agent for improving public health in India. Public health cannot be the responsibility of the government alone, it requires the involvement of civil society, private sector, communities and individuals. India needs a collective response from all these stakeholders in order to realise its dream of improved health and access to healthcare for all. Hence, I am delighted that the PHFI Board has elected Mahindra as Chairperson. I am confident that his outstanding leadership will provide the inspiration and impetus that will enable PHFI to scale new heights of accomplishment in the pursuit of its mission to serve the Indian people.”
Accepting the position as Chairperson PHFI, Mahindra said, “Since inception, the Public Health Foundation of India has contributed immensely to strengthening India’s public health capabilities and performance through a model public-private partnership. I am honoured to be appointed Chairman and look forward to working with the Foundation and the Governing Body to further its goals to achieve a better health outcome for each and every Indian.”
Dr K Srinath Reddy, President PHFI said, “We would like to take this opportunity to welcome Anand Mahindra to PHFI. Mahindra is an outstanding leader who has played a vital role in shaping the Indian industry. He has also supported many initiatives in the development sector which has promoted public welfare and equity of opportunity. His valuable guidance and strategic insights to PHFI would be valuable as we focus on our next phase of evolution and growth.”
EH News Bureau