## Summary of Office Order No. A.32029012018D
This office order, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Government of India, dated December 12, 2019, pertains to the setting up of Public Relations Offices (PROs) at all Zonal and Sub-Zonal offices of the CDSCO.
The order mandates the establishment of functional PROs at each zone and sub-zone to facilitate effective communication and information dissemination to the public and stakeholders. These PROs are intended to serve as the primary point of contact for addressing queries and resolving issues related to CDSCO's functions.
Zonal PROs are authorized to contact PRO at CDSCO headquarters (HQ) via call or email for assistance. A monthly summary of the number of applications/queries received and their resolution status must be communicated to the Drugs Controller General India (DCGI) PRO.
The attached flow chart details the process of attending to customer application/queries at the Zonal PRO.
Key Entities Referenced
Directorate General of Health Services: A department under the Government of India involved in health services.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation: A national regulatory body in India responsible for the regulation of pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
New Delhi: The capital city of India, likely referring to the location of the CDSCO headquarters.
Zonal and Sub-Zonal offices: Regional offices of the CDSCO responsible for drug regulation within their respective zones.
Drugs Controller General India: The head of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) in India.
Dr. V.G. Somani: The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) at the time of this document.
CGHS: Central Government Health Scheme is a healthcare facility scheme for government employees and pensioners in India.
PROHQ: Public Relation Office Head Quarters
No. A.32029/01/2018-D
Government of India
Directorate General of Health Services
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation
New Delhi, dated the 12% December, 2019
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Drugs Controller General (India)
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Web portal of COSCO
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Note:
1. For any assistance Zonal PRO may contact PRO(HQ) over call or email.
2. Amonthly summary of number of applications or queries received and their status of resolution should be
communicated to DCG(|) & PRO.