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Residents of Motihari in Bihar appreciate the significant cost savings on medications due to Jan Aushadhi Kendras. This government initiative, under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana, offers discounted medicines, leading to substantial savings for families. Beneficiaries openly thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making healthcare more accessible. The Jan Aushadhi centers in the region are not only helping locals but also supporting entrepreneurs like Aishwarya Priya in achieving self-reliance.

Key Points: Modi Wins Praise in Motihari for Jan Aushadhi Kendras

  • Jan Aushadhi Kendras cut medicine costs by up to 80%
  • Motihari residents praise Modi's initiative
  • Aishwarya Priya achieved self-reliance through Jan Aushadhi Kendra
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Bihar: Jan Aushadhi Kendras cut down medical expenses; Motihari residents thank Modi govt

Residents in Bihar's Motihari thank Modi for affordable drugs via Jan Aushadhi Kendras, boosting health access.

"Medicines are available at very high prices in the market. But, here we get them at cheaper rates. - Devanti Devi"

Motihari, May 14

Under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), people across the country have got access to cheaper medicines with discounts ranging up to 50 to 80 per cent, thus slashing their medical expenses substantially.

In Bihar's Motihari district, the Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) opened under the scheme have become hugely popular and are being visited by hordes of people, who want to purchase affordable medicines for themselves and their family members.

A couple of beneficiaries spoke to IANS, sharing the positive impact of the scheme on their lives.

Beneficiary Devanti Devi said: "Medicines are available at very high prices in the market. But, here we get them at cheaper rates. Medicines, which used to cost thousands of rupees in private medical stores, are available at Jan Aushadhi Kendras at highly subsidised rates, up to 80 per cent."

She said that her whole family is thankful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this scheme.

Another beneficiary, Pankaj, told IANS that he is a frequent visitor to Jan Aushadhi Kendras and now buys medicines from there.

"Thyroid medicines used to cost thousands of rupees at private medical stores. But, here the medicine is available for less than half the price," he said, while expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for people-friendly scheme.

Aishwarya Priya, who runs the Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Motihari said that the centre is providing relief to locals and also spoke about her self-reliance.

"This centre has given me a lot of relief. I have become self-reliant. The common people are getting medicines at cheaper rates than the market," she told IANS.

She said that she had read somewhere about the PMBJP scheme and then decided to open such a centre in her hometown.

"I applied to open Jan Aushadhi Kendra, after which, I was allotted a place for the centre here," she said.

Notably, the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) has brought about a significant change in India's healthcare landscape. The aim of this initiative is to provide high-quality generic medicines at affordable prices to make essential healthcare accessible to all citizens.

- IANS

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Here are 6 authentic Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rajesh K.
This is truly a game-changer for middle-class families! My father's diabetes medicines used to cost ₹2500/month, now we get the same quality for just ₹600 at Jan Aushadhi. More such centers needed in rural areas 🙏
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Priyanka M.
While the scheme is good, the government must ensure regular availability of medicines. Last month when I visited our local Jan Aushadhi in Patna, 3 of my prescribed medicines were out of stock. Better supply chain management needed!
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Amit S.
My mother-in-law in Motihari has been using this for 2 years now. Saves us nearly ₹4000/month on her heart medications. Only request - please expand the range of available medicines. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sunita R.
As a medical professional, I appreciate this initiative but want to clarify - generic medicines work exactly like branded ones. Many patients doubt their efficacy unnecessarily. More awareness campaigns needed along with the scheme.
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Vikram J.
The real heroes are people like Aishwarya who are running these centers. Government schemes only work when implemented properly at ground level. Salute to all Jan Aushadhi entrepreneurs! 👏
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Neha T.
Why only praise Modi ji? This is taxpayers' money being used for public welfare as it should be. All governments should work like this irrespective of party. But yes, implementation this time seems better than previous schemes.

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