10th Anniversary of Amrit Pharmacies:
The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) inaugurated AMRIT (Affordable Medicines and Reliable Implants for Treatment) Pharmacy’s 10th Anniversary Celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. AMRIT was launched in 2015 by the MoHFW and implemented by HLL Lifecare Limited, a Mini Ratna Public Sector Enterprise under the MoHFW, to reduce out-of-pocket medical costs through a nationwide network of low-cost pharmacy stores. These outlets supply essential medicines, implants, and surgical items at affordable prices to improve access for all patients. It is similar to Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJK), as both aim to provide medicines and medical supplies at affordable rates. AMRIT’s core aim is to deliver affordable and dependable pharmacy services through the public sector, supporting wider access to essential medicines and reducing treatment costs. AMRIT has supplied medicines worth Rs 17,047 crores and helped patients save Rs 8,395 crore. A total of 68.51 million patients have benefited from the discounted services.
