Residents of TN Access Affordable Medicines via PM Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana
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Synopsis
In Tamil Nadu's Sivaganga district, the government initiative Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana is providing quality medicines at remarkable discounts, benefiting numerous families. With daily visitors ranging from 200 to 500, this scheme is a game-changer in healthcare access for the underprivileged.
Key Takeaways
- Quality medicines available at affordable prices.
- Discounts of 50% to 90% on generic medicines.
- Home delivery services for the elderly and differently-abled.
- High daily footfall in Jan Aushadhi Kendras.
- Government initiative launched in 2008.
Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu), March 8 (NationPress) The Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ensuring that quality medicines are accessible to the general populace at affordable prices through the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana.
Generic medicines are available at Jan Aushadhi Kendras with discounts ranging from 50% to 90% compared to branded medicines sold in private pharmacies.
PM Modi's Jan Aushadhi Yojana has significantly aided poor and middle-class families.
In the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, Jan Aushadhi Kendras are thriving, allowing villagers to purchase medicines at lower prices.
On average, these medical facilities receive 200 to 500 visitors daily.
Moreover, the staff at Jan Aushadhi Kendras also offer home delivery of medicines to the elderly and differently-abled individuals upon request via phone.
Sushma from Kalayarkoil town in Sivaganga district mentioned that ever since the inception of Jan Aushadhi Kendras, she has been obtaining medicines for her father from these centers.
Expressing her appreciation for Prime Minister Modi, she stated that the medicines at Jan Aushadhi Kendras are considerably cheaper than those found in private pharmacies.
Madin from Indira Nagar village in Sivaganga district affirmed the high quality of medicines available at these centers.
She also commended the welfare initiatives of the Central government.
Sangeswari noted that medicines at Jan Aushadhi stores are priced at half of what other pharmacies charge.
A renowned chef from Kannur stated that wherever he travels in Tamil Nadu, he exclusively buys medicines from Jan Aushadhi Kendras due to their affordability and quality.
Shiva from Rose Nagar emphasized that Jan Aushadhi stores provide high-quality medicines at reasonable prices.
Rani, a Jan Aushadhi Kendra owner, indicated that 200 to 500 individuals visit her store daily to purchase medicines.
She added that patients unable to visit the store can order medicines online, which are then delivered to their homes.
She confirmed that these medicines are significantly cheaper than those sold in private medical establishments.
The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) was initiated by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, in November 2008. Branded (generic) medicines are often sold at much higher prices than their unbranded generic counterparts, despite being therapeutically identical. In light of the pervasive poverty in the country, providing reasonably priced, high-quality generic medicines can greatly benefit the population.
