India, March 7 -- Jan Aushadhi Diwas shows India's commitment to provide quality and affordable medicines for all people, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.

Every year, March 7th is celebrated as 'Jan Aushadhi Diwas' to raise awareness about the scheme and promote the use of generic medicines. PM Modi noted that the initiative will help towards building a healthy and fit nation. "Jan Aushadhi Diwas reflects our commitment to provide top quality and affordable medicines to people, ensuring a healthy and fit India," he shared in a post on social media platform X.

Jan Aushadhi Kendras, set up under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), is a public welfare scheme, that provides quality medicines at affordable prices ...