Description

Jan Aushadhi Scheme – Affordable Medicines for All

Introduction

The Jan Aushadhi Scheme is a flagship initiative launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. The objective is to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices, especially for the economically weaker sections and the middle class. These medicines are equivalent in quality, efficacy, and safety to expensive branded drugs, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to healthcare access.

Why Jan Aushadhi?

In India, branded medicines are often sold at high prices, making daily treatment unaffordable for a large section of the population. The Jan Aushadhi campaign breaks this pattern by:

• Making high-quality, WHO-GMP certified generic medicines available through dedicated Jan Aushadhi Stores (JAS).
• Educating the public and healthcare providers that brand name does not guarantee quality.
• Encouraging doctors to prescribe generic alternatives to expensive branded drugs.

Vision & Objective

To reduce the overall healthcare expenditure of Indian citizens by making affordable and quality medicines accessible to all, particularly the underprivileged and rural populations.

About Jan Aushadhi Kendras

• Jan Aushadhi Stores operate from 8 AM to 8 PM, selling a wide range of therapeutic medicines and allied medical products.
• Both prescription (Schedule H) and over-the-counter (OTC) products are available.
• Medicines are procured from CPSUs and private suppliers compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Every batch is tested in NABL-accredited laboratories before reaching the shelves.

Benefits of the Jan Aushadhi Scheme

• 💊 Affordable generic medicines for all.
• 💡 Increased awareness about generic drugs among patients and doctors.
• 🧾 Financial assistance and trade margins to promote entrepreneurship in healthcare.
• 🧪 Strict quality control, ensuring drug safety and efficacy.
• 🛍️ Availability of commonly used medicines, surgical items, and health supplements.

Financial Support for Jan Aushadhi Store Owners

The Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) offers one-time financial assistance up to ₹2.5 lakh for opening a Jan Aushadhi Store:

Component	Amount
Furniture & Fixtures	₹1,00,000
Free Medicines (Initial Stock)	₹1,00,000
Computer, Printer, Internet Setup	₹50,000

 

Required Documents

•   License of retail drug sales in the name of Janaushadhi kendra
• PAN card
• Aadhar Card