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Health Ministry plans expansion of import gateways for drugs and devices

Health Ministry plans expansion of import gateways for drugs and devices

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The centre has proposed expanding the network of authorised entry points for importing drugs, medical devices and cosmetics into India, with the aim of facilitating smoother import operations, improving logistics efficiency and strengthening the supply chain for healthcare products. The proposal involves changes to the Drugs Rules, 1945, to widen the authorised locations through which these products can enter the country, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Health.

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  • left · 1 outlet

    The proposed amendment to Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules, 1945, is aimed at easing import operations, reducing inland transportation distances and improving the movement of healthcare products across the country

    — The Hindu

  • center · 2 outlets

    NEW DELHI: The centre has proposed expanding the network of authorised entry points for the import of drugs, medical devices and cosmetics into the country. The aim is to facilitate smoother import operations, improve logistics efficiency and strengthen the supply chain for healthcare products. With…

    — The New Indian Express

  • right · 1 outlet

    The proposed amendment to Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules, 1945, will help in streamlining import clearances, reducing logistics costs

    — BusinessLine

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New Delhi, November 3 (IANS): The government has proposed changes to the Drugs Rules, 1945, aimed at widening the network of authorised locations through which drugs, medical devices and cosmetics can enter the country, an official statement said on Tuesday.According to the Ministry of Health and…

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The Morung Express Center Current article

Health Ministry plans expansion of import gateways for drugs and devices

New Delhi, November 3 (IANS): The government has proposed changes to the Drugs Rules, 1945, aimed at widening the network of authorised locations through which drugs, medical devices and cosmetics can enter the country, an official statement said on Tuesday.According to the Ministry of Health and…

The New Indian Express Center Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd.

Centre proposes expansion of authorised import gateways for drugs, medical devices and cosmetics

NEW DELHI: The centre has proposed expanding the network of authorised entry points for the import of drugs, medical devices and cosmetics into the country. The aim is to facilitate smoother import operations, improve logistics efficiency and strengthen the supply chain for healthcare products. With…

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