About PMBJP

• • With an objective of making quality generic medicines available at affordable prices to all, Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers in 2008. 
  • Under the scheme, dedicated outlets known as Janaushadhi Kendras are opened to provide generic medicines at affordable prices. 
  • The Scheme is implemented by the Pharma & Medical Bureau of India (PMBI), a society established under the Department of Pharmaceuticals.

• The Scheme is operated by government agencies as well as by private entrepreneurs.

Who can open a Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra?

• A PMBJK can be opened by:
  • Individual entrepreneur / Proprietor
  • Partnership
  • Charitable Institute/Hospital
  • NGO/ Trust/ Society
  • Government/ Government Nominated Agency.

Why in News?

• 2,744 Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) across the country have received initial approval from the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) to establish Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendras (PMBJK). 

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2112726