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Schedule H H1 X Drugs

Government Moves to Make CCTV Mandatory at Medical Stores, Tightens Scrutiny on Drug Sales

Government Moves to Make CCTV Mandatory at Medical Stores, Tightens Scrutiny on Drug Sales

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September 18, 2026

Medical stores across the country may soon be required to install CCTV cameras. Centre has proposed the measure to curb the sale of Schedule H, H1 and X drugs without a valid prescription. However, chemists' organisations have raised concerns over the cost and the difficulties of implementation in rural areas.