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11. AWARENESS TOWARDS PRADHAN MANTRI BHARTIYA JANAUSHADHI PARIYOJANA AMONG URBAN YOUTH

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Abstract

Access to affordable medicines continues to be a major challenge for many households in
India, particularly those from lower-income groups. The Government of India introduced the
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) to make essential medicines
available at reduced prices through Jan Aushadhi Kendras. This study evaluates public
awareness and perception of PMBJP using a descriptive research design and a structured
questionnaire distributed to 100 respondents. Findings reveal that while 59% are aware of
PMBJP’s goal and 55.6% know about generic medicines under the scheme, complete
understanding remains limited. Affordability is the dominant motivator; however, quality
misconceptions, limited outlet presence, and inconsistent medicine availability reduce
regular usage. Healthcare professional endorsement significantly influences consumer trust.
The study concludes that enhanced public education, improved outreach, and stronger
supply chain management are essential for the scheme’s long-term success.

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Chapter title AWARENESS TOWARDS PRADHAN MANTRI BHARTIYA JANAUSHADHI PARIYOJANA AMONG URBAN YOUTH
Author(s) Konjengbam Claynin Singh1 Bony Moirangthem 1 Dr. Himanshi Puri1 | Student Sharda School of Business Studies Sharda University, Greater Noida
Book title Sustainable Value Creation: Integrating Marketing and Finance for SDG Achievement
Book Doi https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.SVC.2026.9788168516441
DOI https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.SVC.2026.9788168516441.11
Publication date July 10, 2026
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Konjengbam Claynin Singh1 Bony Moirangthem 1 Dr. Himanshi Puri1 | Student Sharda School of Business Studies Sharda University, Greater Noida. 2026. AWARENESS TOWARDS PRADHAN MANTRI BHARTIYA JANAUSHADHI PARIYOJANA AMONG URBAN YOUTH. In: Sustainable Value Creation: Integrating Marketing and Finance for SDG Achievement. Book Doi https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.SVC.2026.9788168516441. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.SVC.2026.9788168516441.11

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