Drugs Control Administration was established in the year 1972 with a view to provide safe and quality medicine to the people of Tripura. The goal is achieved by regular inspection of the premises licensed to stock and sell of medicines. Ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of medicines is a critical aspect which contributes significantly to strengthening the assurance in public health systems including healthcare professionals and other stakeholders. Enforcement is one of the key components in the regulatory system to ensure that the safe, quality and efficacious drugs reach the patients.     
Tripura is considered as a consumer state for pharmaceuticals as there is no manufacturing unit in the state.     
Tripura Drugs Control Administration regulates the manufacture, sale and distribution of drugs by implementing the following legislations throughout the state.     
1.The Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940