Blip in Kolkata medicine supply ahead of GST change; pharmacies delay purchases, stocks to normalise
Kolkata faces potential medicine supply disruptions as retailers and manufacturers adjust to new GST rates effective September 22nd. Pharmacies are delaying purchases, awaiting fresh stocks with reduced prices, while manufacturers rush to update MRPs. Restrictions during Durga Puja will further delay supply normalization, potentially impacting availability until after Lakshmi Puja.
Kolkata faces potential medicine supply disruptions as retailers and manufacturers adjust to new GST rates effective September 22nd. Pharmacies are delaying purchases, awaiting fresh stocks with reduced prices, while manufacturers rush to update MRPs. Restrictions during Durga Puja will further delay supply normalization, potentially impacting availability until after Lakshmi Puja.
