Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2026
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Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2026 was celebrated across India on March 7, 2026, marking the 8th edition of this national observance. The day serves as the culmination of the week-long "Janaushadhi Saptah," which aims to promote the use of affordable, high-quality generic medicines.
About
- 8th Anniversary Milestone: The event celebrated nearly a decade of the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) and its role in providing affordable healthcare.
- Expansion Targets: The government reaffirmed its ambitious goal to expand the network of Jan Aushadhi Kendras from the current 18,000+ to 25,000 by March 31, 2027.
- Financial Impact: It was highlighted that the scheme has saved Indian citizens over ₹40,000 crore on medicine expenses since its inception.
- Women Empowerment: Official data released during the event showed that more than 8,000 of the 18,000+ Kendras are operated by women entrepreneurs.
Key Information
- Theme: The 2026 theme was “Jan Aushadhi Sasti Bhi, Bharosemand Bhi, Sehat Ki Baat, Bachat Ke Saath” (Affordable and Trustworthy, Health with Savings).
- Organiser: The Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
- Janaushadhi Saptah: A week-long awareness campaign held from March 1 to March 7, featuring over 250 health check-up camps nationwide.
Impact Statistics:
- Medicines Offered: The scheme now provides over 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items across 29 therapeutic categories.
- Cost Savings: Generic medicines at these centres are 50% to 90% cheaper than branded alternatives.
- Daily Reach: These pharmacies serve approximately 10 lakh people daily.
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