Kerala Launches India’s First Drug Disposal Initiative

21 Feb 2025 CW Team

Kerala is set to roll out nPROUD (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs), India's first initiative to collect and scientifically dispose of expired and unused medicines. Health Minister Veena George will inaugurate the project on February 22 in Kozhikode.

The pilot phase will begin in Ulliyeri panchayat under Kozhikode Corporation before expanding statewide. The initiative aims to curb environmental pollution, health risks, and antimicrobial resistance caused by improper disposal of medicines.

“Expired and unused medicines should not be thrown carelessly into the soil and water bodies,” the Health Minister said. “The Drugs Control Department has taken up this initiative because there are no adequate systems in place to collect or scientifically process such medicines.”

Under the program, medicines will be collected from homes at scheduled intervals, and the public can drop them in designated blue boxes. Pharmacies, clinics, and wholesalers must bring expired stock to pre-assigned collection centers. The initiative is backed by local bodies and Haritha Karma Sena members.

All collected medicines will be scientifically processed at Kerala Enviro Infrastructure Limited (KEIL), a waste treatment plant approved by central and state environment departments. The project adheres to the Biomedical Waste Management Act and Rules, ensuring eco-friendly disposal.

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