With Dr. Anand Murugesan serving as Chair, the India Section is focused on strengthening WIP’s presence across the region and advancing structured, evidence-based interventional pain practice. Efforts to expand WIP membership in India have already resulted in a significant and encouraging increase in engagement.

The Section’s current priorities are closely aligned with WIP’s global mission, with a focus on advancing education, strengthening certification pathways, and fostering international collaboration. This momentum reflects the growing relevance of WIP as a leading body for interventional pain education and practice in the region.

Key upcoming initiatives include the development of a flagship annual WIP India International Congress, envisioned as a global platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and standardization of care. The Section is also working toward bringing the FIPP and CIPS examinations to India to support broader access to globally recognized credentialing. In December 2026, the India Section will host its first WIP-endorsed symposium, cadaver workshop, and FIPP/CIPS preparatory course in Bengaluru.