In a significant move to position Chhattisgarh as a leading hub for pharmaceuticals and medical devices, a two-day training workshop was inaugurated by Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal at the Civil Lines Circuit House in Raipur. The workshop, organized by the Food and Drug Administration Department, saw the participation of over 100 drug regulators from across the state, including Assistant Drug Controllers, Drug Inspectors, and Food Safety Officers.
A Key Role in Medical Trade
Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, while addressing the participants, emphasized the crucial role played by drug regulators in ensuring the quality and safety of medical products. He stated, “You are the backbone of India’s 30 lakh crore medical trade. The entire country trusts the medical products it uses because of your diligent efforts in ensuring their quality.” He acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the officials in maintaining this trust and highlighted the importance of fulfilling their duties with responsibility. The Minister also underscored that this training workshop would play an essential role in establishing Chhattisgarh as a pharmaceutical and medical device hub.
A Vision for Growth
During the session, Shri Jaiswal elaborated on the utility of the training workshop and how it would contribute to the state’s vision of becoming a significant player in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. He stressed that the continuous growth of the pharmaceutical and medical devices sector in the state would not only enhance the quality of medical products but also boost the state’s economy and healthcare infrastructure.
Remarks by Senior Officials
Chhattisgarh Food and Drug Department Controller, Shri Chandan Kumar, also addressed the workshop, highlighting the rapid growth of the pharmaceutical and medical device trade. He noted, “There is no country in the world where Indian medicines and medical devices are not supplied.” He acknowledged the vital role played by food safety and drug inspectors in ensuring public access to high-quality medical resources, thereby enhancing public health standards.
The session also saw the participation of Basant Kumar Kaushik, the State Drug Control Authority, who provided the participants with a detailed overview of the training program and the technical aspects of the subjects to be covered. He emphasized the importance of continuous education and how it would strengthen the overall regulatory framework in the state.
Key Insights and Expert Sessions
The training workshop commenced with a lecture by Dr. Amal Kumar, a Drug Control Officer from Bihar, who shared valuable insights and personal experiences with the attendees. Dr. Kumar’s lecture provided an in-depth understanding of the practical applications of drug regulation.
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Dr. Srikant Nama, a Quality and Regulatory Expert from Haryana, conducted a session on the Medical Device Rules of 2017, where he discussed essential precautions and critical guidelines for managing medical devices. The training also included a detailed discussion on the regulations governing blood centers (blood banks) and their successful operation.
Importance of Continued Training
This training workshop reflects the state’s commitment to enhancing the expertise of drug regulators and food safety officers, which is vital for ensuring the highest standards of public health and safety. By providing the necessary tools and knowledge to these officials, the government aims to foster growth in the pharmaceutical sector and establish Chhattisgarh as a prominent hub for medical devices and pharmaceuticals.
Positive Takeaway
With the successful inauguration of this training program, Chhattisgarh is poised to emerge as a key player in India’s pharmaceutical and medical device industry. The state government’s efforts to upskill drug regulators and food safety officers are crucial in achieving this vision. As the industry continues to grow, Chhattisgarh’s enhanced role in the national and global healthcare sector seems increasingly promising.
