The Government of India has taken a landmark step toward improving the accessibility and affordability of healthcare by reducing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on medicines, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices uniformly from 12% to 5%, effective from September 22, 2025. This decision, officially communicated through the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), reflects the government’s deep commitment to s