India launches AMR 2.0 to combat antibiotic misuse
India has introduced AMR 2.0, a national action plan for 2025-2029, aimed at addressing antibiotic misuse in both human and animal health. The initiative focuses on phasing out non-therapeutic antibiotic use in livestock, fisheries, and agriculture. It also seeks to enforce prescription-only access to antibiotics and raise awareness about drug-resistant infections. This strategy is part of efforts to safeguard the effectiveness of essential medications amid rising concerns over drug resistance.
Published 12 days ago • 23 Nov 2025, 06:00 AM IST