Chemists in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Tirupati shut shops on May 20 for a one-day AIOCD bandh against the dominance of online medicine sales.

Mysuru chemists will stay open on May 20, supporting the nationwide bandh against online medicine sales by wearing black ribbons.

Several drug traders in Lucknow alleged that online platforms are selling medicines without proper medical consultation or pharmacist verification.

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