A planned nationwide pharmacy strike on May 20 is unlikely to occur. Many retail pharmacy associations have withdrawn support. This follows assurances from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation that concerns about e-pharmacies are under review. Public interest and patient welfare are cited as reasons for declining the strike. Medicine availability is expected to remain uninterrupted.

A planned nationwide pharmacy strike on May 20 is unlikely to occur. Many retail pharmacy associations have withdrawn support. This follows assurances from the Central Drugs…

Pharmacy shops will remain open on May 20, despite AIOCD's strike against e-pharmacies, ensuring patient access to essential medicines.