JANAUSHADHI DIWAS

NEWS: Janaushadhi Diwas to raise awareness about Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)

ABOUT

• PMBJPàlaunched in 2008 as ‘Jan Aushadhi Scheme’à to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices to the public.
• It was revamped as PMBJP in 2015.
• Nodal Agency: Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
• Implementation Agency: The Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India.

Initiatives under PMBJP

• Janaushadhi Suvidha Sanitary Napkinà Provides oxo-biodegradable sanitary pads at ₹1 per pad to improve affordable menstrual hygiene for women.
• Jan Aushadhi Sugam Mobile Appà helps citizens locate nearby Kendras, check medicine availability, and compare prices.
• Franchise-based expansionà increase the number of Kendras and improve access to affordable medicines nationwide.
• Cooperative Sector Participationà Utilises the rural network of cooperatives to improve last-mile access to affordable medicines.
• JAKs at Railway StationsàProvide affordable medicines to travellers and migrant workers.

Major Achievements

• Wide Network Expansionà Over 18,000 JAKs established across India, including rural and remote areas.
• By June 2025àmedicines worth ₹7,700 crore sold, generating ₹38,000 crore savings for citizens.
• Availabilityà 2,000+ medicines and 300+ surgical items covering multiple therapeutic categories.