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Himachal Pradesh: Over 90 % pharmaceutical industries resume production amid COVID-19 pandemic

<span style="color: #222222;">In Himachal Pradesh, over 90 percent of Pharmaceutical industries have resumed their production amid COVID-19 pandemic. The state government has also allowed free movement of workers for the industrial units from Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali with some restrictions. </span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">AIR correspondent reports pharmaceutical manufacturing units at Baddi in Solan district are not only meeting the medical requirements of the country but also supplying hydroxychloroquine to countries like United States. <br />''<br />''The state government is also considering to create infrastructure in the industrial area of Solan district so that necessary facilities can be provided to the workers during an emergency situation.<br />''<br />''In order to cater to the need of the drug industry both nationally and internationally, the state government has urged the Union Government to establish a Bulk Drug Park in the State.<br />''<br />''Chief Minister Jairam Thakur said the State has emerged as an important hub for the manufacturing of bulk drugs and generics and captured a major portion of the market within the country and outside. Chief Minister said his Government not only provided all possible help to the industry during a pandemic but also ensured smooth movement of the workers in the industrial area.</span>

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