Editor Mr.Mayank Rawat ( Chief Editor Mr. Rohit Mishra )
New Delhi: Delhi govt has ordered mandatory procurement of medicines from Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendras (PMBJK). Health minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh announced the approval of the decision, which aims to minimise local purchases, unless absolutely necessary.
Officials said that the aim was to provide affordable, quality medicines to Delhi’s residents while ensuring transparent procurement procedures. Delhi govt has additionally approved six new PM Jan Aushadhi centres in govt hospitals.
Jan Aushadhi Kendras provide WHO-certified generic medicines, which contain identical active ingredients to branded medications, at reduced prices. These centres operate under central govt’s Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana.
This decision follows a review meeting on March 6 at Delhi Secretariat, where the health minister instructed medical superintendents and health officials to expedite medicine procurement through PMBJK under the department of pharmaceuticals, Govt of India. Instructions included establishing a memorandum of understanding with an authorised PMBJK channel partner to enable efficient procurement across Delhi’s govt hospitals.
Officials said that instructions had been issued by the health and family welfare department for immediate implementation across govt healthcare facilities. Regular monitoring through audits and inspections will ensure compliance with the guidelines, they added.
Dr Singh said, “Our govt is committed to transforming Delhi’s healthcare services. By prioritising procurement from Jan Aushadhi Kendras, we ensure transparency, accountability, and affordability in medicine supply.”
The department has also been directed to establish additional centres under the revised PMBJK policy. These facilities will offer affordable generic medicines, reducing healthcare expenses for families.
Dr Singh also reiterated that Delhi govt was steadfast in its mission to strengthen the city’s healthcare infrastructure. “In the coming months, govt will continue to introduce more reforms aimed at making Delhi’s govt hospitals on par with private healthcare institutions.”
Mayank Rawat
