Bhopal, February 15 – The Jan Aushadhi Kendra, established in the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, has become a new hub of activity, as patients and their relatives are flocking to the medical store to purchase highly subsidized medicines, which elsewhere are a significant financial burden.
Here, people are gaining access to high-quality generic medicines at prices that are almost 50 to 90 percent lower than those offered by private pharmacies. Many patients have expressed that this has provided them with both mental and financial relief, and have thanked the Modi government for bringing about such a significant change in their lives.
The Jan Aushadhi Centre, located on the campus of the Rajgarh District Hospital, offers medicines for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease at very affordable prices. This is why a large number of patients are visiting the centre daily to purchase medicines, thereby significantly reducing their medical expenses.
Dr. Rajneesh Sharma, the Civil Surgeon of the District Hospital, praised the scheme, stating that the Jan Aushadhi Centre provides a powerful alternative for those who cannot afford expensive medicines.
According to him, medicines that cost around Rs 100 in the market are available here for prices between Rs 10 and Rs 35.
Patients also shared their experiences. Pawan Sen, a resident of Rozad Khurd, said that a syrup that costs Rs 125 in the market was available at the Jan Aushadhi Center for just Rs 25, saving him Rs 100.
Kundan Gaur said that the medicine he used to buy for Rs 130 is now available for Rs 60, and the quality is also better.
According to pharmacist Raghuveer Singh Gurjar, almost all types of medicines are available at the centre, and demand is constantly increasing. He said that a large number of people are coming here to buy medicines.
A patient named Abdul said that medicines are available here at almost half the market price, and he has been associated with this centre for a long time.
The Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, in November 2008. Under the scheme, dedicated outlets known as Janaushadhi Kendras are being established to provide generic medicines at affordable prices.