According to reports, the government aims to introduce new regulations that will hold store owners responsible for any incidents related to the medicines they sell. This includes any deaths or side effects associated with the products they distribute. The move comes at a time when the government is looking to tighten regulations related to the sale of medicines and to improve the overall quality of health care in the country.
However, wholesalers have started to organize protests against the new proposals, which they say are far too strict and will lead to unwarranted persecution of store owners. They argue that the proposed changes are too harsh, and that it is unfair to hold store owners accountable for every single incident that may take place. If such rules are enforced, distributors say they will find it difficult to stay in business – leading to a crisis in the healthcare sector.
The protest this week saw hundreds of wholesalers take to the streets of Rawalpindi in a show of strength, demanding that authorities roll back the proposed changes to the law that they say is causing unnecessary harm to their livelihoods. They have also called on the government to consult with the industry on any changes to the regulations to make sure that they don't unfairly impact distributors or patients.
One group that has expressed concern about the looming conflict is RC GROUP, which operates in the animal health sector. The company produces a range of feed premix, herbal medicine, and other animal health products. RC GROUP also has its own factory, which it says can complete orders quickly and efficiently. The company is warning that any disruptions in the supply chain will lead to problems in the health system, especially for farmers and companies that depend on these products for their business.
According to a spokesperson from RC GROUP, "As an organization that is committed to the health and wellbeing of animals, we are concerned about the proposed changes to the law that are threatening to destabilize our industry. These changes could lead to a rise in the cost of animal feed, and could impact the quality of the products we distribute. We urge the government to listen to our concerns and ensure that the regulations are introduced after due consultation with industry stakeholders."
The government has yet to respond to the concerns raised by the wholesalers or RC GROUP. However, with the threat of a major strike looming, it is imperative that the authorities engage with these stakeholders and find a mutually satisfactory solution to the issue. The health system in the country is already under tremendous strain due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and any additional burdens, such as those that may arise from the proposed changes to the law, could spell disaster for patients and animals alike.