Against the sanctioned posts of 31 inspectors, the department has only 21 drug inspectors for keeping an eye on Delhi's 25,000 medical stores and blood banks. Drug inspectors keep a close watch on all medical establishments including hospitals, blood banks, cosmetic units, manufacturing and surgical units, Delhi government dispensaries and Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) and ESI units. As of now, Delhi has just 21 drug inspectors against 25,000 medicine shops. We have sent the proposal for six drug inspectors to UPSC to expand the strength," a senior drug controlling officer told Mail Today, requesting anonymity. But today, the number has increased to over 25,000, and 21 drug inspectors are not enough to look after the growing segment.

Source: India Today November 24, 2017 23:03 UTC