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India.com
4 days ago
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- India.com
West Bengal: Know How West Midnapore Residents Get Medicines At 90 % Discount Through Jan Aushadhi Kendras
Residents of West Bengal's West Midnapore district are increasingly benefiting from the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), a flagship initiative of the Central government aimed at making quality medicines affordable and accessible for all. Under the scheme, Jan Aushadhi Kendras have been established in various parts of the district, offering essential medicines at discounts ranging from 50 per cent to 90 per cent. These outlets are proving to be a lifeline for many, especially those from economically weaker sections. The response from the public has been overwhelmingly positive. Locals said that the medicines available at the Kendras are not only affordable but also effective and reliable. Several such Kendras are already operational in West Midnapore, and there is growing demand for more to be opened in remote areas. Santu Ghosh, an operator of one of the Kendras, shared his experience with IANS. 'I've been running this shop for a year now. Initially, people were hesitant as they were unfamiliar with generic medicines. But after advertisements, the response has been very good. For instance, paracetamol costs just Rs 15 for 15 tablets here. Outside, it's much costlier. The scheme offers medicines at a 50 per cent to 90 per cent discount. I thank the Prime Minister for this initiative, which helps common people access quality medicines at such low prices.' Harvinder Singh, a regular customer, said: "I've been getting my medicines from here for some time now. It's really good. The quality is excellent,t and it's saving us a lot of money" Launched in November 2008 by the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, the PMBJP aims to provide quality generic medicines through Jan Aushadhi Kendras across India. The scheme has gained momentum under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with thousands of such Kendras now operating nationwide. To promote the use of generic medicines, March 7 is observed annually as 'Jan Aushadhi Diwas.' This year, a week-long campaign from March 1 to 7 featured events and awareness drives across the country, further encouraging people to make use of the Kendras.
Hans India
29-04-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Gujarat: Jan Aushadhi Kendra becomes a boon for Jamnagar people, offering medicines at low price
Jamnagar (Gujarat): Lakhs of families across India are reaping significant financial benefits through the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). The Kendras under this scheme provide affordable yet high-quality medicines, bringing substantial change to the lives of the poor and middle-class populations. In Gujarat's Jamnagar, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra located on ST Road has become especially beneficial for local residents. People from middle and low-income backgrounds have expressed deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government for the positive impact of this initiative. IANS spoke to a few beneficiaries of this scheme, who shared their experiences. Nilesh, one of the beneficiaries, shared his experience: 'I have been purchasing medicines from the Jan Aushadhi Kendra for a long time. Earlier, I used to buy them from private medical stores, where they cost around Rs 700 to 800. The same medicines now cost only Rs 200 to 250 here, saving me a lot of money. I would encourage everyone to buy their medicines from Jan Aushadhi Kendras.' Another beneficiary, Dev, said, 'I buy medicines for my parents from the Jan Aushadhi Kendra. Previously, we had to spend much more at private pharmacies, but now we are able to save a considerable amount.' Jayesh Kawaiya, director of the Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Jamnagar, said he came to know about the scheme in 2017, when he was still working for a private company. 'I left my job and decided to open a Jan Aushadhi Kendra. Initially, we had very few customers, but as awareness grew, more people started visiting, and the centre began operating successfully. The scheme has not only helped me as an entrepreneur, but it has also benefited customers through access to affordable medicines.' He added, 'I sincerely thank Prime Minister Modi for this initiative, which has become a blessing for the poor.' The PMBJP was launched in November 2008 by the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, in collaboration with Central Pharma Public Sector Undertakings. The aim is to make quality generic medicines available at affordable prices for all. Under this scheme, dedicated outlets -- Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras -- are established across the country. Every year, March 7 is celebrated as Jan Aushadhi Diwas to raise awareness and promote the use of generic medicines. Recently, a week-long series of events was organised from March 1 to 7 to support and aware the people about the initiative.
