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Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs

The scheme component aims to strengthen the regulatory framework for Ayush drugs at the Central and State/UT levels by enhancing technical manpower, capacity building, quality control systems, and regulatory infrastructure.

Central Cash

States / UT: All India

Ministry / nodal: Ministry Of Ayush

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Science, IT & Communications

Sub-categories: Research & Development

Target beneficiaries: Government Organisation, State Government

Tags: Ayush Drug Regulation, Regulatory Framework Strengthening, Capacity Building, Technical Training, Drug Testing Laboratories

Details

The scheme-component "Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs" under the "Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana" implemented by the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, focuses on improving regulatory oversight of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy (ASU&H) drugs.
At the Central level, the scheme supports the Ayush vertical under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) for professional services, training programs, documentation, dissemination of quality control materials, and upgradation of drug regulatory portals and websites.
At the State/UT level, the scheme strengthens Ayush Drug Control systems by supporting regulatory and quality control activities, training of technical staff, testing of statutory and survey samples, portal maintenance, and awareness programs.

Benefits

  • For Ayush vertical in CDSCO:
  • Training Support: Training programs for capacity building are supported with a financial cap of ₹5,00,000/- per program.- Training Support Limit: A maximum of three training programs can be supported under this component. For State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs:
  • Support for Regulatory and Quality Control Activities: Financial assistance up to ₹15,00,000/- per year per State/UT for regulatory and quality control activities.- Reimbursable Expenditure Includes: 1. Maintenance and development of online regulatory portals of Ayush Drug Controller/Licensing Authority, 1. Collection and testing of statutory and survey drug samples, 1. Training of technical staff at PCIM&H / NABL as per approved norms, 1. Awareness and IEC activities related to Ayush drug regulation

For Ayush vertical in CDSCO:

  • Training Support: Training programs for capacity building are supported with a financial cap of ₹5,00,000/- per program.- Training Support Limit: A maximum of three training programs can be supported under this component.

For State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs:

  • Support for Regulatory and Quality Control Activities: Financial assistance up to ₹15,00,000/- per year per State/UT for regulatory and quality control activities.- Reimbursable Expenditure Includes:
  1. Maintenance and development of online regulatory portals of Ayush Drug Controller/Licensing Authority,
  2. Collection and testing of statutory and survey drug samples,
  3. Training of technical staff at PCIM&H / NABL as per approved norms,
  4. Awareness and IEC activities related to Ayush drug regulation.

Eligibility

For Ayush vertical in CDSCO:

  • The Ayush vertical under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is eligible for financial assistance under this component.

For State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs:

  • State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs are eligible.
  • The state should have a functional Drug Testing Laboratory and a separate functional Enforcement Mechanism for ASU&H drugs.

Note: Preference is given to States/UTs maintaining a database of manufacturing units and products, implementing dossier-based licensing, and conducting regular inspections as per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945.


Application Process

Offline

  • The grantee institute/Central/State Govt. may apply in the FORMAT –C1 for seeking a grant-in-aid under the component.

Online

Registration Process:

Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the relevant documents.
Step 3: Verify the captcha and click on "Register". If required, click "Cancel" to discard changes.

Login Process:

Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Enter the registered email id, password.
Step 3: Type the captcha and click on "Login".


Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the objective of this scheme-component?

The objective of this component is to strengthen the regulatory framework for Ayush drugs by enhancing technical capacity, quality control systems, and regulatory infrastructure at the Central and State/UT levels.

Who is eligible to receive funding at the Central level?

The Ayush vertical under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is eligible to receive funding for strengthening the Central regulatory framework.

Who is eligible to receive funding at the State/UT level?

State Ayush Directorates or State Drug Controllers responsible for ASU&H drugs are eligible for funding under this component, subject to fulfillment of prescribed conditions.

What activities are supported under the Central regulatory framework funding?

The funding supports professional charges, capacity building and training programs, documentation and dissemination of quality control materials, and upgradation of drug regulatory portals and websites.

What is the funding limit for training programs?

Training programs are supported with a financial cap of ₹5.00 lakh per program, with a maximum of three training programs.

What is the funding limit for State/UT regulatory and quality control activities?

Funding for State/UT regulatory and quality control activities is limited to ₹15,00,000/- per year per State/UT.

What types of expenditures are reimbursable for States/UTs?

Reimbursable expenditures include online portal development and maintenance, collection and testing of statutory and survey samples, training of technical staff, and awareness and IEC activities.

Are all States and Union Territories eligible for funding?

Only those States and Union Territories with a functional Drug Testing Laboratory and a separate enforcement mechanism for ASU&H drugs are eligible for funding.

What preference criteria are considered for States/UTs?

Preference is given to States/UTs that maintain a database of manufacturing units and products, implement dossier-based licensing systems, and conduct regular inspections as per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945.

How should applications be submitted for this component?

Applications must be submitted in the prescribed Format C1 along with required organizational, infrastructure, and regulatory details and recommendations from the State Ayush Department or controlling authority.

What is dossier-based licensing for ASU&H medicines?

Dossier-based licensing is a regulatory system in which detailed technical and scientific information on medicines is submitted for evaluation before licensing.

Why is strengthening the regulatory framework for Ayush drugs important?

Strengthening the regulatory framework is important to ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of Ayush drugs and to protect public health through effective enforcement and quality control mechanisms.

References

Guidelines
https://ayush.gov.in/resources/pdf/schemes/aoushdhi.pdf

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Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs?
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs is a government welfare initiative designed to support Infra, Government Organisation, State Government through benefits related to Science, IT & Communications, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
Who can apply for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs?
Eligibility for Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
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Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs is managed by Ministry Of Ayush and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
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