Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged pharma industry to manufacture COVID-19 testing kits on a war footing.
During an interaction with representatives of pharma companies through vedio conferencing Mr Modi said, Centre has already approved schemes worth 14 thousand crore rupees for production of critical drugs and medical equipment. During the meeting, Prime Minister reviewed preparations to combat COVID-19 with pharma industry.
He said, this sector has a key role to play in creating a healthier India. Mr. Modi expressed hope that pharma industry will not only ensure the maintenance of supply line of essential medicines, medical kits and equipment, but also focus on innovation and cutting edge research.
Pharma companies assured the Prime Minister that India has enough supplies of all essential pharma commodities and there is no reason to worry.
Chemists and Pharma companies assured Mr Modi that they will work on the COVID-19 crisis with the government to ensure that supply chains remain working 24×7.
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