Drug Controller orders temporary closure of Pondicherry plant

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AI summary

Natural Capsules received an order from the Department of Drug Controller on 26 Dec 2025 directing temporary closure of its Pondicherry manufacturing plant. The reason cited is that the company supplied material to a customer whose drug license had expired. The company says it is taking corrective action and will submit documents for revocation at the earliest. Financial impact is yet to be ascertained.

Likely market impact

Temporary plant closure pending corrective action. Revenue impact not yet known. Watch for updates on revocation timeline.