Maharashtra FDA Sets Uniform Compliance Rules for All Licensed Blood Centres

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rolled out a set of uniform compliance norms that will apply to all licensed blood centres operating within the state. Under the new guidelines, centres must adhere to standardised procedures for blood collection, testing, storage and distribution, and will be subject to regular audits to ensure adherence to safety and quality benchmarks. The move is intended to streamline regulatory oversight and reduce variability in practices across the state’s blood banks, thereby enhancing the reliability of blood supply for hospitals and patients. The FDA noted that the norms will be implemented over a phased schedule, with centres receiving detailed compliance manuals and training modules in the coming weeks.