Updated July 12th 2024, 23:50 IST
Noida: The Gautam Buddha Nagar administration has banned the sale of 14 Ayurvedic medicines manufactured by Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and Divya Pharmacy.
This action follows the Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority's decision to revoke the manufacturing licenses for these products.
Supreme Court Involvement
The Supreme Court played a role in this unfolding situation. On July 9th, the Court directed Patanjali Ayurved Ltd, founded by yoga guru Ramdev, to clarify whether advertisements for the 14 products (whose licenses were initially suspended) had been withdrawn.
Earlier License Suspension and Restoration
The Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority had initially suspended the manufacturing licenses of these 14 products on April 15th. However, the details surrounding the reason for the suspension and any potential restoration are not mentioned in the available information.
Complete Ban on Sale in Noida
Following orders from the State Drug Licensing Authority in Uttarakhand, the Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer of Gautam Buddh Nagar has now issued a directive banning the sale of these 14 products within the district. All medical practitioners and stores have been informed to cease selling them immediately.
Patanjali Products Banned in Noida
The ban applies to the following Patanjali and Divya Pharmacy products:
Dr. Dharmendra Kumar Kem, Regional Ayurvedic and Unani Officer for Gautam Buddh Nagar, confirmed the cancellation of manufacturing licenses for these 14 products. He further emphasized the immediate sales ban within the district and warned of potential legal action for non-compliance.
With Agency Inputs
Published July 12th 2024, 23:50 IST