India, which once couldn't make smallpox vaccine, has now crossed a pharma milestone the world can't ignore
- Source
- The Economic Times - Industry
- Source link
- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/healthcare/biotech/pharmaceuticals/independence-day-2026-india-pharma-journey-covaxin-made-in-india-drug-discovery-zaynich-wockhardt-ipa-indian-medicine-vaccine/articleshow/133003617.cms
- Published
- 2026-08-07 05:44:12
- Discovered by ProcIntel
- 2026-08-07 06:07:01
- Category
- Procurement & Supply Chain News
- Geography
- India
- Organisations
- —
- Review status
- Pending
- Record type
- REAL
Summary
2026 Independence Day: India's pharmaceutical industry marks a historic milestone with a new drug approval. This achievement reflects decades of growth from importing medicines to global leadership. The nation now supplies a significant portion of the world's generic medicines and vaccines. The Covid-19 pandemic further showcased the industry's manufacturing capabilities globally. Government initiatives now aim to foster innovation and high-value biopharmaceutical production.
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