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Hans India
05-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
APNA condemns delay in foreign med graduates' registration
Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association (APNA) has issued a strong condemnation against the 'unlawful delay' by the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) in issuing permanent registration certificates to eligible Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs). The association also sharply criticised the alleged brutal treatment of peacefully protesting FMGs by the police, including the reported dragging of female doctors by their hair. In a statement released here on Friday, president of APNA Dr A V Subba Reddy expressed deep concern over the ongoing issue. 'We are strongly condemning the unlawful delay in giving permanent registration certificates by APMC to the eligible foreign medical graduates,' he stated, highlighting the plight of these doctors, who are reportedly unable to practice due to bureaucratic hurdles. Adding to their condemnation, Subba Reddy, who is also National Organisational General Secretary of FPHANAI (Federation of Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association of India), vehemently protested the arrests made during a recent demonstration. 'We are strongly condemning the unlawful arrest of the foreign graduates when they are doing their protest very peacefully without any disturbance to the public, traffic, or anybody.' He particularly decried the methods used by law enforcement during the arrests. 'The way they have arrested and the objectionable way of behavior of police with the lady doctors, dragging them by catching their hair, it is more brutal behavior. We are strongly condemning it,' he declared, calling for immediate action and accountability regarding the alleged police misconduct. The incident has sparked outrage among the medical fraternity, raising questions about the treatment of protesting professionals and the efficiency of the registration process for foreign medical graduates in Andhra Pradesh. Subba Reddy has urged the authorities to expedite the registration process for FMGs and to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged police brutality.
Associated Press
18-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Recognized as a Plastics News Best Place to Work for 11th Consecutive Year
FOWLERVILLE, Mich., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Asahi Kasei Plastics North America (APNA) has announced that it has been named one of Plastics News' Best Places to Work for the 11th consecutive year. This milestone recognition comes during a year of transformation, marked by new leadership, strategic growth initiatives, and continued commitment to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive. 'This past year has been a time of evolution for APNA,' said Phani Nagaraj, President of Asahi Kasei Plastics North America. 'Throughout 2024, we have focused on optimizing the organization, expanding into new sectors while strengthening our operations post-merger. Through these changes, one thing has remained constant – our dedication to building a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow'. As APNA continues to evolve, the company has made key investments in people, processes, and strategic direction to strengthen its market position. Over the past year, APNA has reinforced its commitment to diversification, unlocked new cross-functional opportunities from the Asaclean merger, and optimized its internal structure to provide more pathways for employees to grow. 'This transformation has not only positioned APNA for long-term success but also created new growth opportunities for our employees,' Nagaraj continued. 'As we've expanded and optimized our operations, we've seen employees take on new leadership roles, develop new skill sets, and drive innovation across the organization. This is why I believe we continue to be recognized for this achievement.' Beyond structural improvements, APNA remains committed to fostering a positive and engaging work environment. To strengthen its culture, the company continues to invest in employee recognition programs, milestone celebrations, and company-wide events. APNA values employee feedback through surveys, town halls, and direct engagement, ensuring that all voices are heard as the company grows. While this recognition is significant, APNA is already looking toward the future. As the company continues to expand, innovate, and invest in its workforce, it remains committed to creating an even stronger, more dynamic workplace in the years to come. 'We are proud of this recognition, but we're not stopping here,' said Nagaraj. 'We aim to continue building a workplace that fosters success—for our employees, customers, and business. We're excited for what's ahead as we strive for year 12 in 2026.' Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. ('APNA') is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high-performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. The product line includes XYRON (modified polyphenylene ether), Thermylene (specialty chemically coupled polypropylene), LEONA (nylon 6/6, 6/6+6i), TENAC (homopolymer and copolymer acetal), Thermylon (nylon 6, 6/6), and Asaclean (purging compounds and concentrates). APNA currently has four locations in North America and over 350 employees. For more information, visit
