The TAYPP Principal of the year award was created by the Central Executive Council (CEC) members to recognize members of TAYPP for their outstanding contribution towards the advancement of pharmaceutical education. TAYPP Principal of the year award is a prestigious award given to a member of the Society who has made distinguished /outstanding contribution towards the advancement of pharmaceutical education and the activities of TAYPP. The SPER Principal of the year award is given on the recommendation of the CEC.The nominee should be a life member of the society.