This document discusses the licensing requirements and regulations for blood banks in India. It provides details on: - What constitutes a blood bank and its functions - The legal framework under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act that provides rules for mandatory testing, quality control, staff qualifications, and record keeping for blood banks - That the Drugs Controller General of India is the central licensing authority while state governments also have regulatory control - The application process, fees, facilities and equipment, staffing, and inspection requirements for obtaining and renewing a blood bank license - Conditions of the license including maintaining standards, records, allowing inspections, and reporting changes to authorities