Review Paper:
Gene Therapy in
India: Current Landscape and Future Prospects
Devani Harsh and Khristi Avani
Res. J. Biotech.; Vol. 20(4); 210-214;
doi: https://doi.org/10.25303/204rjbt2100214; (2025)
Abstract
Gene therapy has emerged as a revolutionary approach in the field of medicine, offering
potential cures for genetic disorders and other diseases. This review provides an
overview of the current status of gene therapy in India, highlighting recent advancements
and future prospects. The study encompasses key developments, regulatory frameworks
and promising clinical trials, shedding light on India's role in the global gene
therapy landscape. The regulatory oversight, primarily administered by the Central
Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), plays a crucial role in ensuring the
safety and efficacy of gene therapy products. The document explores the challenges
and opportunities associated with the import of gene therapy products into India.
Gene therapy is not approved in India yet and only around ten gene therapies are
in clinical trials. As research progresses in this exciting field, it is likely
that these therapies will become first-line treatments and will have tremendous
positive impacts on the lives of patients with genetic disorders.
