Supreme Court Slams 10x Markup on Cancer Drug as 'Dacoity'

The Supreme Court on Tuesday expressed shock over the overpricing of essential cancer medicines, noting one drug's MRP was Rs 27,000 while its price to retailers was Rs 2,700. The bench called it 'broad daylight dacoity' and questioned why authorities remain silent. The court is hearing petitions on drug price control and generic medicine prescriptions, with the next hearing set for September 29.