CDSCO Initiates National AMU Reporting Framework to Combat Veterinary Antibiotic Misuse

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Dated: 10.06.2025

CDSCO Initiates National AMU Reporting Framework to Combat Veterinary Antibiotic Misuse

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, has initiated the formation of a Joint Working Group to design and implement a structured Antimicrobial Use (AMU) Reporting Framework for veterinary antibiotics.

This initiative aligns with India’s broader National Action Plan on AMR, and comes in response to a directive from the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.

Why This Initiative Matters

AMR poses a critical public health and veterinary threat. Unregulated use of antibiotics in animals can accelerate resistance, impacting both animal and human health. This move reflects India’s commitment to a One Health approach, promoting coordinated surveillance across human, animal, and environmental domains.

Objectives of the New Framework

To systematically collect quantitative and qualitative data on the production, sale, and import of veterinary antibiotics.
To track registered veterinary antimicrobials and their usage patterns across states and union territories.
To enable regulatory and policy interventions based on real-time data and trends in antimicrobial consumption.

Formation of a Joint Working Group

The proposed Joint Working Group will comprise representatives from:

CDSCO (Veterinary Division)
Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD)
State Licensing Authorities (SLAs)

It will serve as the central coordinating body to streamline AMU data collection, monitor usage, and report national-level trends for effective AMR containment.

Action Points for States/UTs

All State and Union Territory Drugs Controllers have been requested to:

Nominate a Nodal Officer (not below the rank of Assistant Drugs Controller) to serve as the point of contact for AMU reporting activities.
Provide a list of veterinary pharmaceutical companies involved in manufacturing, distributing, or selling veterinary antibiotics within their jurisdiction.

The timely submission of this information is essential for launching the AMU framework efficiently.

Conclusion

This proactive move by CDSCO marks a pivotal shift towards data-driven regulation of veterinary antibiotics in India. It will not only facilitate informed policymaking but also strengthen India’s position in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance. As India advances in AMR mitigation, active cooperation from state regulators, industry stakeholders, and veterinary health professionals will be vital for the success of this national initiative.

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