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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited has received approval from the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) to manufacture and market a generic version of semaglutide injection in South Africa for the treatment of adults with inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated July 15, 2026, titled "Sun Pharma receives approval to manufacture and market generic semaglutide in South Africa".

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited SUN HOUSE, Plot No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063, India Tel.: (91-22) 4324 4324 Fax.: (91-22) 4324 4343 Website: www.sunpharma.com Email: secretarial@sunpharma.com CIN: L24230GJ1993PLC019050 15 July 2026 National Stock Exchange of India Limited BSE Limited Scrip Symbol: SUNPHARMA Scrip Code: 524715 Intimation under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 – Press Release Enclosed herewith is a copy of the press release titled “Sun Pharma receives approval to manufacture and market generic semaglutide in South Africa,” which shall be released after this intimation. For Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (Anoop Deshpande) Company Secretary and Compliance Officer ICSI Membership No.: A23983 Registered Office: SPARC, Tandalja, Vadodara – 390 012, Gujarat, INDIA Reaching People. Touching Lives Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited Sun House, Plot No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai – 400 063, Maharashtra, INDIA. Tel.: (91-22) 4324 4324 Fax: (91-22) 4324 4343 Website: www.sunpharma.com Email: secretarial@sunpharma.com CIN: L24230GJ1993PLC019050 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sun Pharma receives approval to manufacture and market generic semaglutide in South Africa Mumbai, India, July 15, 2026 - Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (Reuters: SUN.BO, Bloomberg: SUNP IN, NSE: SUNPHARMA, BSE: 524715, “Sun Pharma” and includes its subsidiaries and/or associate companies) announced that it has received approval from the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) to manufacture and market a generic version of semaglutide injection in South Africa for the treatment of adults with inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise. Sun Pharma plans to launch the product in the market in the coming days. It will be available as a pre-filled, multi-dose injectable pen in two strengths (2 mg/1.5 mL and 4 mg/3 mL) that allow flexible, once-weekly dosing. “South Africa is the second market after India where Sun Pharma has received approval for generic semaglutide. This reflects our ability to develop complex generic medicines that meet the stringent quality standards across different markets. We remain committed to improving access to generics and making evidence-based treatment options available to patients and healthcare professionals," said Aalok Shanghvi, Chief Operating Officer, Sun Pharma. South Africa faces a growing burden of type 2 diabetes, driven in part by rapid urbanization and changing lifestyles. This rising prevalence places significant pressure on patients and healthcare services. Improving access to effective therapies is therefore an important component of addressing this national health challenge. About Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited. (CIN - L24230GJ1993PLC019050) Sun Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company with a presence in Innovative Medicines, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. It is the largest pharmaceutical company in India and is a leading generic company in the US as well as Global Emerging Markets. Sun’s high growth Global Innovative Medicines portfolio spans innovative products in dermatology, ophthalmology, and onco-dermatology and accounts for about 22% of company sales. The company’s vertically integrated operations deliver high-quality medicines, trusted by physicians and consumers in over 100 countries. Its manufacturing facilities are spread across five continents. Sun Pharma is proud of its multi-cultural workforce drawn from over 50 nations. “For further information, please visit www.sunpharma.com and follow us on LinkedIn & X (Formerly Twitter).” Contacts: Investors Media Dr. Abhishek Sharma Gaurav Chugh Tel +91 22 4324 4324, Xtn 2929 Tel +91 22 4324 4324, Xtn 5373 Tel (D) +91 22 4324 2929 Tel (D) +91 22 4324 5373 Mobile +91 98196 86016 Mobile +91 98104 71414 E mail abhi.sharma@sunpharma.com E mail gaurav.chugh@sunpharma.com Registered Office: SPARC, Tandalja, Vadodara – 390 012, Gujarat, INDIA. Reaching People. Touching Lives.