Expansion of Jan Aushadhi Kendras

Recently, the Union Government announced a target to expand Jan Aushadhi Kendras to 25,000 by March 2027.

  • Jan Aushadhi Kendras are retail outlets set up under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices.
  • The scheme is administered by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers (Department of Pharmaceuticals) and implemented by the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI).
  • Medicines sold are WHO-GMP certified and priced at least 50%-90% cheaper than leading branded equivalents.
  • As of November 2025, 17,610 Kendras operate nationwide, offering ~2,110 drugs and 315 surgical items; expansion targets aim for 20,000 Kendras by ....
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