Part of: Prelims and GS-III – Innovation; Sci and tech
Context The IndianPrime Minister recently inaugurated the first Global Innovation Summit of the pharmaceuticals sector.
India must think about increasing domestic manufacturing of key ingredients for vaccines and medicines
Key takeaways
Every aspect of healthcare has received global attention over the last two years.
During the pandemic, India exported lifesaving medicines and medical equipment to over 150 countries during the initial phase.
India has also exported more than 65 million doses of Covid vaccines to nearly 100 countries this year.
Policy interventions are being made based on wide consultation with all stakeholders that will create An ecosystem to make India a leader in drug discovery and innovative medical devices.
The Prime Minister invited the stakeholders to Ideate in India, Innovate in India, Make in India and Make for the World.
