The Diplomat Desk
Ramban, TDD ,On the directions of Drug Controller J&K Lotika Khajuria, Drug Control Department conducted inspection of Medical Shops at Ramban Town with the objective to ensure compliance with the directives regarding the installation of CCTV cameras and the implementation of computerized billing systems and to ensure compliance with regulations regarding the maintenance of psychotropic drugs records.
During the inspections, a team headed by Assistant Drug Controller Sanjeev Kumar Gupta conducted inspections of Jan Aushadhi Kendra District Hospital Ramban and Chemists of Ramban town.
Drug Control Officer Jammu Tajver Singh, emphasized that inspection primarily focused on verifying the installation of CCTV cameras and Computerized Billing System and it was observed that all the inspected firms have installed CCTV cameras and adopted computerized billing systems.
The Drug Control Officer Ramban Imitaz Ahmed underscored the significance of monitoring CCTV footage to verify that the cameras effectively serve their intended function of deterring improper practices. The implementation of these measures will foster transparency in transactions, strengthen inventory management and promote overall accountability within the district’s pharmaceutical sector.
The Drug Control Departments proactive approach underscores its commitment to safeguard public health and uphold ethical practices within the pharmaceutical sector.
The Drug Control Department will ensure proper regulation and monitoring of pharmaceutical activities so as to safeguard public health interests. The primary objective of these inspections was to safeguard public health and prevent the misuse or unauthorized distribution of drugs amongst the patients.TDD
