Functions of the CouncilFunctions of the Council Functions of the Council (As per the Pharmacy Act, 1948 as amended & State Pharmacy Rules, 1951): 1. *Registration:* – Processing applications for registration of pharmacists. – Issuing registration certificates to qualified individuals. 2. *Renewal:* – Renewing registration certificates periodically as per the specified guidelines. 3. *Prosecutions:* – Receiving complaints regarding misconduct or malpractice by registered pharmacists. – Taking action such as removals, erasures, cautions, reprimands, or suspensions based on investigations and findings. 4. *Restorations, Re-entry:* – Handling requests for restoration or re-entry into the register after suspension or removal. 5. *In-Migrations:* – Facilitating the process for registered pharmacists to migrate into the state, including seeking No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from other State Pharmacy Councils. 6. *Out-Migrations:* – Issuing NOCs to registered pharmacists wishing to migrate to other states. 7. *Good Standing/Validity Certificates:* – Providing certificates of good standing or validity to pharmacists intending to practice in foreign countries. 8. *Duplicate Certificates:* – Issuing duplicate registration certificates upon request after due verification. 9. *Elections to the Council:* – Conducting elections to elect members of the Council as per the specified procedures. 10. *Regular Meetings:* – Organizing regular meetings of the Executive Committee and General Body of the Council. 11. *Receipt & Dispatch of Dak:* – Managing the receipt and dispatch of official correspondence and ensuring the proper disposal of undelivered items. 12. *Public Inquiries:* – Addressing public inquiries both in person and through postal communication. 13. *Coordination with Government Departments:* – Collaborating with state government departments, including Medical Education & Research and Health & Family Welfare. 14. *Coordination with Regulatory Bodies:* – Coordinating with the Pharmacy Council of India and other State Pharmacy Councils on regulatory matters. 15. *Professional Institutes & Refresher Courses:* – Coordinating within professional institutes to organize regular refresher courses for registered pharmacists to enhance professional efficiency and prestige. 16. *Vigilance:* – Maintaining vigilance to prevent sabotage and false scandals, ensuring the genuineness of the registration process. 17. *Court Cases & Legal Matters:* – Handling court cases, litigations, and other legal matters related to pharmacy practice. 18. *Policy Matters & Sub-committees:* – Addressing policy matters and constituting sub-committees to investigate specific issues. 19. *Financial Management & Administration:* – Maintaining accounts, managing bills, income, and expenditure, and conducting annual audits. – Reviewing and adjusting fee structures as necessary. – Managing staff records, leaves, pays, and disciplinary matters. 20. *Entry of New Changes:* – Updating the register with new qualifications and providing certified copies of entries. 21. *Yearly Register Maintenance:* – Maintaining an up-to-date register with the total number of registered pharmacists, additions, restorations, erasures, and removals. This alignment provides a clear and organized overview of the functions and responsibilities of the Council in accordance with the Pharmacy Act and State Pharmacy Rules.
