Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana - 28th 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 28th July 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) Status Report
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Department of Pharmaceuticals, has released updated progress metrics regarding the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). The data was presented by Smt. Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, in a written response to the Rajya Sabha on July 28, 2026.
Operational Reach and Infrastructure As of June 30, 2026, a total of 20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) have been established across India to facilitate the distribution of affordable healthcare products.
Product Portfolio and Pricing The scheme’s product basket currently comprises 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items, medical consumables, and devices. The inventory covers a wide range of major therapeutic groups, including:
- Cardiovascular and anti-diabetic medications
- Anti-cancer and anti-infective drugs
- Anti-allergic and gastro-intestinal medicines
- Nutraceuticals
A primary objective of the PMBJP is affordability, with medicines priced between 50% and 80% lower than their branded counterparts.
Financial Performance The scheme has recorded significant sales figures based on Maximum Retail Price (MRP) value:
- FY 2025-26: Sales totaled ₹2,252.19 crore.
- FY 2026-27 (up to June 30, 2026): Sales reached ₹474.40 crore.
Administrative Details
- Source: PIB Delhi / Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
- Release ID: 2290392
- Reporting Authority: Smt. Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers