Health Minister JP Nadda has called the Department of Pharmaceuticals to upgrade all drug and medical device manufacturing plants to world-class standards within the next three years. This announcement came after a review meeting held in Delhi, which also included the Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Anupriya Patel.
During the meeting, the Department of Pharmaceuticals provided a comprehensive overview of the pharma and meditech sectors. They discussed the regulatory framework and various schemes implemented by the department. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers issued a press release highlighting these discussions.
Minister Nadda emphasized the importance of aligning with the Prime Minister’s vision of a developed India by 2047, focusing on a five-year agenda and a 100-day action plan. The five-year plan aims to enhance drug security, promote self-reliance in medical devices, expand the Jan Aushadhi Scheme, and make medicines and treatments more affordable for citizens.
On June 14, after taking office, JP Nadda held a meeting with top ministry officials to discuss the 100-day action plan. This plan includes several key initiatives:
1. National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX): Launch of a platform for processing health insurance claims.
2. Anti-Tobacco Campaign: A special drive to reduce tobacco use, especially among youth and adolescents.
3. Campaign Against Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): A national effort to tackle diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
4. Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHM: Deployment of revolutionary mobile hospitals equipped with cutting-edge technology.
5. U-WIN Portal: A platform to celebrate and manage the registration of immunizations for children.
These initiatives are part of the broader strategy to improve public health infrastructure, make healthcare more accessible, and ensure the overall well-being of citizens.
