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India Supplies 30% of Global Generic Medicines

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India has emerged as the largest manufacturer and exporter of generic medicines, supplying nearly 30% of the world's generic medicines, according to Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel.

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India Supplies 30% of Global Generic Medicines

India's Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, has stated that the country supplies nearly 30% of the world's generic medicines. This reflects India's growing role in affordable healthcare worldwide. The country remains the pharmacy of the world, with a significant share of the global generic medicine market. India's pharmaceutical industry has been a major contributor to the country's economy, with the sector accounting for a significant portion of the country's exports.

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