After a five-month delay in implementation, the BMC announced on Saturday its intention to roll out its R500-crore zero-prescription policy for patients in the coming months. In a meeting held on Friday, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Health) Abhijit Bangar directed the civic body’s Central Purchasing Department to expedite the tender process for the scheme.

“The Central Purchasing Department, along with BYL Nair Hospital, is currently conducting the verification process for various medicines and medical supplies as part of this ongoing tender process,” officials stated.