The interstate fake drug trade has revealed spurious companies manufactured sub-standard quality drugs and sold them under known pharmaceutical names across various states of India.  

Odisha-UP joint (Special Task Force) seized Rs. 7.35 crore of fake medicines, and offenders were arrested.

An inter-state investigation has been going on regarding the issue. Public and healthcare workers have to be aware of fake drug rackets. 

The fake drug racket distribution at low prices is more prevalent in rural areas.   

Jan Aushadhi Kendras might be the future solution to this problem.