As the anticipated Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill, 2023, prepares to replace the longstanding Pharmacy Act, 1948, substantial clarifications and transitional provisions have emerged, shedding light on the future of pharmacy regulation in India. The draft Bill explicitly outlines that while the Pharmacy Act, 1948, will be repealed upon the new enactment, the educational standards, requirements, and other provisions of the original Act will persist until new standards are specified under the new Bill. This forward-looking approach aims to ensure a seamless transition without compromising the existing educational framework.
