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Date: 31st July 2026 Category: Press Release Jurisdiction: India, Central Government

Bulk Drug Park Scheme in Himachal Pradesh - 31st July 2026 - Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers : Department of Pharmaceuticals - Gazette Notification PDF

Issued by Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers : Department of Pharmaceuticals

Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers : Department of Pharmaceuticals on 31st July 2026. Classified under Press Release.

Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

Executive Summary This report provides a progress update on the development of the Bulk Drug Park in Haroli, Himachal Pradesh, under the "Promotion of Bulk Drug Parks" scheme. It details the financial sanctions of ₹1000 crore from the Central Government and ₹118.46 crore from the State, alongside current infrastructure completion statuses. Due to initial delays in statutory clearances, the scheme's tenure has been extended to FY 2026-27 to ensure project completion and operationalization.

Key Points / Main Content

Financial Allocations and Utilization

  • Central Funding: The Department of Pharmaceuticals sanctioned ₹1000 crore on 11.10.2022, with an initial release of ₹225 crore on 20.02.2023.
  • State Funding: The State Government sanctioned ₹118.46 crore and released ₹35.53 crore as its share for FY 22-23 toward Common Infrastructure Facilities (CIF).
  • Utilization Progress: Between FY 2023-24 and FY 2026-27, total fund utilization reached ₹116 crore for the Central share and ₹0.24 crore for the State share.

Project Infrastructure Status

  • Site Development: Approximately 20% of Phase-I site development work is finished.
  • Water Supply: Works for 15 MLD capacity water supply and groundwater recharge are 98% complete.
  • Power Infrastructure: HPSEBL has completed the 20 MVA power infrastructure required for the construction phase.
  • Major Tenders: Tenders have been released for the Common Effluent Treatment Plant with Zero Liquid Discharge (₹273 crore) and the Steam Generation System (₹300 crore).
  • Utilities: The procurement process for other critical utilities is currently underway.

Timeline and Regulatory Factors

  • Scheme Extension: The tenure of the scheme has been extended to FY 2026-27 based on project status and anticipated completion dates.
  • Regulatory Hurdles: Primary delays were caused by the pending Environmental Clearance (granted 25.09.2025) and procedural requirements for tree felling.
  • Oversight: Progress is regularly reviewed by the Scheme Steering Committee and a High-Powered Committee headed by the Himachal Pradesh Minister of Industries.

Impact Analysis

Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP) / Central Government Impact The department is the primary funding body and provides national-level oversight for the scheme's execution. Action Required Continue regular progress reviews through the Scheme Steering Committee and monitor the phased utilization of the remaining sanctioned funds.

Himachal Pradesh State Government & Implementing Agencies Impact They are responsible for on-ground execution, state-level funding, and obtaining necessary statutory clearances. Action Required Expedite remaining statutory clearances, manage the awarding of infrastructure contracts, and ensure project activities maintain momentum following the receipt of Environmental Clearance.

Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Ltd (HPSEBL) Impact As a designated agency, they have successfully delivered the 20 MVA power infrastructure for the construction phase. Action Required Coordinate with project developers to ensure power systems are scaled or maintained as the park moves toward operationalization.

Key Entities Referenced

Scheme for ‘Promotion of Bulk Drug Parks’: A central initiative to provide financial assistance for establishing common infrastructure facilities in Bulk Drug Parks to reduce import dependence. Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP): The primary central authority responsible for sanctioning funds, releasing grants, and overseeing the implementation of the Bulk Drug Park Scheme. Haroli, District Una, Himachal Pradesh: The specific location designated for the development of the Bulk Drug Park and associated infrastructure facilities like CETP and power systems. Scheme Steering Committee: The central body responsible for reviewing project progress, monitoring fund utilization, and extending the scheme's tenure. High Powered Committee (Himachal Pradesh): A state-level oversight body headed by the Minister of Industries that monitors project execution and expedites statutory clearances.
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Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers : Department of Pharmaceuticals Bulk Drug Park Scheme in Himachal Pradesh प्रव तथ: 31 JUL 2026 4:34PM by PIB Delhi Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), Government of India has sanctioned an amount of ₹ 1000 crore on 11.10.2022 for development of Bulk Drug Park in Haroli, District Una, Himachal Pradesh under the Scheme for ‘Promotion of Bulk Drug Parks’ and out of which an amount of ₹ 225 crore has been released on 20.02.2023. The State Government, has also sanctioned an amount of ₹118.46 crore and released an amount of ₹ 35.53 crore as state share in F.Y. 22-23 towards development of Common Infrastructure Facilities (CIF). Year-wise utilization of released funds is as under: - (₹ in crore) Financial Year Central Share State Share 2023-24 55.41 0 2024-25 0 0 2025-26 43.77 0.24 2026-27 16.82 0 Total 116.00 0.24 The funds released are being utilized in a phased manner in accordance with approved project components and progress of works being executed through designated agencies. Utilization is linked with the execution of infrastructure components. Major common infrastructure facilities under implementation include site development, water supply system, power infrastructure, Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) with Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), steam generation system, warehouse, centre of excellence, solvent recovery system, emergency response centre and solid waste management facilities. Present status is as under: i. About 20% work of Phase-I site development has been completed. ii. Approximately 98% of water supply and groundwater recharge works for 15 MLD capacity have been completed. iii. 20 MVA power infrastructure required for the construction phase has been completed by HPSEBL.iv. Tenders for CETP with ZLD (₹273 crore) and Steam Generation System (₹300 crore) are released. v. Procurement process for other critical utilities is underway. On the basis of representations received from the State Governments concerned, the status of projects, the level of fund utilisation and the anticipated completion of projects in FY2026–27, the tenure of the scheme has been extended up to FY2026-27. The review of the progress of the Bulk Drug Park being developed in Himachal Pradesh is regularly carried out by the Scheme Steering Committee of the scheme for “Promotion of Bulk Drug Park”, Secretary and Joint Secretary in the Department of Pharmaceuticals and by High Powered Committee headed by Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Himachal Pradesh. Primary reasons affecting delay is the grant of Environmental Clearance which has been granted on 25.09.2025, procedural requirement for permission for felling of trees and bids for procurement. The State Government and implementing agencies are closely monitoring project execution and expediting statutory clearances, tendering and award of contracts for critical infrastructure components. Following receipt of Environmental Clearance, project activities have gained momentum, and multiple infrastructure packages are under implementation or advanced stages of procurement to ensure timely completion and operationalization of the park. This information was given by Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Smt. Anupriya Patel, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today. ***** PC/PM (रलीज़ आईडी: 2292473) आगंतुक पटल : 413 इस वज्ञ को इन भाषाओ ंम पढ़: Urdu , ही

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