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Govt to streamline drug procurement and supply process
The government plans to establish a robust system to review and monitor the drug procurement process and its distribution to hospitals and patients. The aim is to streamline the procurement and supply chain and improve oversight.
Why It Matters
If implemented, the system could improve accountability and efficiency in drug sourcing and distribution, potentially reducing delays and shortages for patients.
Timeline
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Robust system to review and monitor drug procurement and distribution announced
April 30, 2026
A robust system would be put in place to review and monitor the process of drug procurement and its distribution to various hospitals and then to the patients, said Minister for Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare Satya Kumar Yadav.