The Indian pharmaceutical industry is worth about $10 billion and growing at 8-9% annually. Major players include Dr. Reddy's, Cipla, Lupin, Ranbaxy, and Aurobindo Pharmaceuticals. The industry manufactures 70% of drugs for domestic use and exports medicines worth $11 billion. While India imports some drugs and ingredients, the industry focuses on research and development, with top companies spending $2000 crores annually on R&D. The future of the industry is promising due to the growing domestic market, increasing exports, and advances in technology.