India's Vaccine Regulatory System Recognized as Functional by WHO
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India's vaccine regulatory system recognized as "functional" by WHO. |
| Evaluation Period | September 16-20, 2024. |
| Key Authority | National Regulatory Authority (NRA) led by Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). |
| WHO Standards Met | Vaccine safety, quality, and efficacy standards confirmed. |
| Certification | Maturity Level 3 in the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool. |
| Evaluation Areas | Registration, licensing, market surveillance, inspections, and clinical trial oversight. |
| Proposed Plan | Institutional Development Plan by WHO for further enhancement. |
| Key Figures | Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, WHO Representative Dr. Roderico H. Ofrin, and Drugs Controller General Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi. |
| Global Role | India reaffirmed as a leader in global vaccine supply and production. |