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Punjab Chemist Association meets Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh on upcoming drug policy
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 03:22 PM
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A delegation of the Punjab Chemist Association met Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh in Chandigarh to discuss issues ahead of a new drug policy slated for release.
The Punjab Chemist Association sent a delegation to the Punjab Secretariat in Chandigarh, where they held a meeting with Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh. The delegation was headed by state chief Surinder Duggal and general secretary G.S. Chawla, who presented a list of concerns affecting pharmacists and drug retailers across the state.
During the discussion, the association highlighted the need for clearer regulations, better price controls, and streamlined licensing procedures. The minister acknowledged the challenges and indicated that the forthcoming state drug policy will address many of these points.
Both sides agreed to maintain regular dialogue as the policy draft is finalised, aiming for a swift rollout that balances public health objectives with the operational realities of chemists in Punjab.
During the discussion, the association highlighted the need for clearer regulations, better price controls, and streamlined licensing procedures. The minister acknowledged the challenges and indicated that the forthcoming state drug policy will address many of these points.
Both sides agreed to maintain regular dialogue as the policy draft is finalised, aiming for a swift rollout that balances public health objectives with the operational realities of chemists in Punjab.