The Punjab government has undertaken a significant crackdown on drug law violations since April 2025. During nearly one and a half years, they seized medicines worth ₹20.64 crore and suspended over 500 chemists. Legal actions have led to 54 court cases, resulting in 35 convictions and ongoing trials for many more. Concerns regarding online sales of medicines and drug pricing have also been raised with the central government. The Punjab government has undertaken a significant crackdown on drug law violations since April 2025. During nearly one and a half years, they seized medicines worth ₹20.64 crore and suspended over 500 chemists. Legal actions have led to 54 court cases, resulting in 35 convictions and ongoing trials for many more. Concerns regarding online sales of medicines and drug pricing have also been raised with the central government.
