Question : Single Regulator for Food- Drugs and Medical Devices

Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government proposes a single regulator to oversee the functioning of the three regulators of Food, Drugs and Medical Devices;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether industry has welcomed this step of the Government as the single regulator will minimize procedural delays and multi-functional agencies; and

(d) if so, the time by which a final decision in this regard is likely to be taken?

Answer given by the minister

ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
(DR. HARSH VARDHAN)


(a) No Sir. There is no such proposal.
(b to (d) Does not arise.

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