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Medical devices are not pharma products, companies say while opposing Draft Bill

Indias medical device industry and healthcare groups have opposed the draft Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Bill, 2026, arguing that treating medical devices like pharmaceuticals and imposing criminal penalties for regulatory lapses could hurt manufacturing, investment and innovation.

11 Aug 2026 12:09 am