Sheetal Chopra

Dr. Sheetal Chopra is the India Lead for IPR Advocacy at Ericsson India Ltd., a position she has held since July 2015. In this role, she is responsible for shaping Ericsson's stance on patent discussions and licensing, contributing to intellectual property policy debates, and establishing thought leadership in the field of intellectual property rights (IPR) within various forums and organizations.

Professional Background

• Current Position: India Lead - IPR Advocacy at Ericsson India Ltd.
• Previous Role: Director & Head of Intellectual Property Rights at the Confederation of Indian Industry, where she focused on research, policy advocacy, and capacity building related to IPR.
• Experience: Dr. Chopra has extensive experience in developing knowledge-sharing platforms and leading anti-piracy initiatives in collaboration with government and industry stakeholders.

Education

• PhD in Intellectual Property Law from the National Law School of India University (2010-2015).
• LL.B with a specialization in IP from Lloyd Law College (2017-2020).
• MSc in Chemistry from Delhi University (1999-2001).

Achievements

Dr. Chopra is recognized for her contributions to the field of intellectual property, having been listed in notable publications such as "Who's Who in the World" and "2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century." She is also a registered Indian Patent Agent.

Languages

She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Dr. Chopra's work emphasizes the importance of intellectual property rights for economic growth and innovation, particularly in the context of India's evolving technological landscape.