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Centre may seek legal view on licensing of sterile drugs

The government is actively exploring a proposal to expand central licensing authority over all sterile drug products following a recent Supreme Court decision that restricted the enforcement authority of central officials. A meeting of the drugs consultative committee underscored the essential requirement for specialized regulatory oversight for these sensitive products, aiming for uniform regulations. A dedicated sub-committee will evaluate the proposal's feasibility and gather legal insights before any definitive actions.

6 Oct 2026 12:19 am