NRAI meets WHO international standards for vaccine regulations

National Regulatory Authority of India (NRAI), in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has successfully met the World Health Organization's (WHO) international standards for a functional vaccine regulatory system.

Parameters: The assessment focused on safety, efficacy, and quality of vaccines.

Maturity Level: India's vaccine regulatory system retains a Maturity Level 3, excelling in core regulatory functions such as registration, vigilance, and oversight of clinical trials.

Impact: This recognition underscores India's significant role in the global pharmaceutical industry, especially in providing affordable vaccines and generic medicines.