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27 June 2026

Pharma licence revocation over Kota post-partum deaths

The incident highlights critical governance issues regarding drug regulation, the role of the CDSCO, and public health safety, which are core components of GS2 syllabus topics on government interventions and welfare mechanisms.

1 min read Day 1 of 4 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Five maternal deaths reported in Kota, Rajasthan, following Caesarean deliveries in May.
  • Allegations involve the supply of spurious oxytocin injections to government hospitals.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) has requested information from the Central Government regarding the incident.
  • Joint inspections conducted by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and state drug regulators in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh.
  • Manufacturing licences of Jackson Laboratories units in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh have been cancelled.
  • The Union Health Ministry has requested a detailed report from the Rajasthan state government.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 4 in Rajasthan maternal healthcare crisis and investigations, which has been running since 27 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Examine the role of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) in ensuring the quality of medical supplies in public health facilities. How can inter-state regulatory coordination be strengthened to prevent the distribution of spurious drugs? 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
    0 / 150 words 8:00

Prelims

  1. Which organization is responsible for the regulation of drugs and medical devices at the national level in India?

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