Union State Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya today inaugurated one of India’s largest and first Virtual Healthcare and Hygiene EXPO 2020.
Speaking on the occasion, he said that an ecosystem is being built for a self-reliant India, which will help in ramping up domestic production in Pharmaceutical, Health and Hygiene Sector.
Health, Hygiene and Sanitation, Medical textiles and Devices, AYUSH and Wellness sectors have assumed greater significance in the nation’s fight against the COVID 19 pandemic.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted various initiatives announced for boosting the health and hygiene sector in the country by Prime Minister Narendra Modi since last 6 years. He underlined schemes such as providing toilets for every household, Ayushman Bharat , to cover 10 crore family for healthcare, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Suvidha Sanitary Napkin under which a sanitary napkin is provided for just 1 rupees each.
The minister also mentioned the remarkable contribution of the Jan Aushadhi stores which are providing quality medicines at affordable price for everyone.
The unique exhibition which aims to give a boost to such health and hygiene endeavours has been organised by FICCI and will culminate after five days on Friday.
Mr. Mandaviya also spoke about the recent policy announcement of government giving incentives for setting up of Bulk Drug Parks and Medical Device Parks in the country which will act as a cog in the wheel of Atmanirbharat Abhiyan.
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