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Maharashtra Grants Homeopaths Authority to Prescribe Allopathic Drugs Amid Opposition
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 05 Aug 2026, 12:04 PM
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The Maharashtra government has approved a new policy enabling homeopathic practitioners to prescribe allopathic medicines, a move that has drawn criticism from opposition parties.
The Maharashtra state government has recently passed a policy that allows homeopathic doctors to prescribe allopathic medicines. The decision, announced by the health ministry, is intended to broaden treatment options for patients seeking alternative therapies.
Opposition parties have voiced concerns that the move could blur the lines between distinct medical systems and potentially compromise patient safety. Critics argue that homeopaths lack the training required to prescribe conventional drugs.
Proponents of the policy say it will improve access to care, especially in rural areas where medical resources are scarce. The government has pledged to monitor the implementation closely to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Opposition parties have voiced concerns that the move could blur the lines between distinct medical systems and potentially compromise patient safety. Critics argue that homeopaths lack the training required to prescribe conventional drugs.
Proponents of the policy say it will improve access to care, especially in rural areas where medical resources are scarce. The government has pledged to monitor the implementation closely to ensure compliance with safety standards.