Manoj Joshi, Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals, inaugurated Dentic World

Why in news

Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals inaugurated Dentic World to bolster indigenous medical device manufacturing and oncology research.

Background

Manoj Joshi (Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals) inaugurated Dentic World at the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam. An MoU was signed between AMTZ and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital for oncology research collaboration.

Facts for Prelims

• PlaceAMTZ (Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone) is located in Visakhapatnam.
• PostManoj Joshi serves as the Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals.
• FactDentic World is an initiative focused on indigenous dental technology development.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of promoting indigenous medical device manufacturing in India to achieve self-reliance in the healthcare sector.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Reduction in import dependency
• Cost-effective healthcare access
• R&D collaboration in oncology

Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Medical Device Manufacturing · Indigenous Technology · Public-Private Partnership

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