Guwahati, May 18 -- Reported by Avik Chakraborty

Dibrugarh: Pharmacies across Dibrugarh district will remain closed on May 20 as part of a protest against the growing presence of online medicine delivery platforms, commonly referred to as e-pharmacies. The shutdown has been called by the Dibrugarh Medicine Dealers Association in support of a nationwide agitation initiated by various pharmaceutical traders' bodies.

At a press conference held in Dibrugarh, the association voiced strong opposition to online pharmacy operations, alleging inadequate regulation and monitoring in the sector. Members raised concerns over the alleged circulation of substandard or counterfeit medicines through digital platforms, warning that it could pose serious...