Goyal discusses investment opportunities with Bayer, Fresenius

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Goyal said he discussed Bayer's expansion plans in India and opportunities to deepen its engagement with the country's robust healthcare ecosystem through greater investment, innovation and collaboration

By PTI

Updated - October 23, 2026 at 11:46 AM. | Berlin

Stefan Oelrich, President of the Pharmaceuticals Division at Bayer

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has held meetings with senior executives of pharmaceutical major Bayer and healthcare group Fresenius to discuss investment opportunities in India.

During his meeting with Stefan Oelrich, President of the Pharmaceuticals Division at Bayer, Goyal said he discussed Bayer's expansion plans in India and opportunities to deepen its engagement with the country's robust healthcare ecosystem through greater investment, innovation and collaboration.

"Had a fruitful meeting with Mr. Michael Sen, CEO of Fresenius Group. Discussed opportunities to deepen collaboration in healthcare, leveraging India's rapidly expanding healthcare sector, growing demand for quality and affordable medical solutions, and strong manufacturing capabilities," Goyal said in a social media post.

Held a meeting with Mr. Stefan Oelrich, President of the Pharmaceuticals Division at Bayer. Discussed Bayer's expansion plans in India & opportunities to deepen its engagement in our robust healthcare ecosystem through greater investment, innovation & collaboration. https://t.co/cnNNiMA9kK

— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) October 23, 2026

He explored how the group can harness India's skilled talent to serve both domestic and global markets.

During his meeting with Murat Akyildiz, Global General Partner at Knauf Group, Goyal discussed the company's expanding manufacturing operations in India and avenues to deepen collaboration in sustainable construction materials and infrastructure development.

Published on October 23, 2026

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