Milestones
1930s
1930
Rooted in nature
In the forests surrounding Dehradun, our founder, Mr. M. Manal, saw a man feeding some agitated elephants the roots of a local herb, which calmed them down.
He became curious, and after scientific evaluation, discovered that the herb, Rauwolfia serpentina, possessed antihypertensive properties.
Operations started in India
Our first establishment opens in the picturesque city of Dehradun at the foothills of the Himalayas.
Rauwolfia serpentina
1934
The start of a journey
Determined to bring the promise of nature's healing power to people, Mr. Manal spent night after night, tirelessly punching tablets on his hand-cranked tableting machine.
This was the launch of Serpina®, the world’s first natural antihypertensive drug.
1940-70s
1943
Another breakthrough product
Cystone®, specifically developed for the management of kidney stones, is introduced in the market.
1955
Long live Liv.52®
The launch of our flagship brand, Liv.52®, a supplement to aid the healthy functioning of the liver, marks a key milestone for the company.
1960
Factory at Andheri
We begin manufacturing in the outskirts of Bombay.
Fight against infections
Septilin®, a clinically tested natural immune booster useful in the fight against infections, is launched.
1975
A new beginning in Bengaluru
A world-class, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is set up.
1980-90s
1991
Big on research
To focus on innovation, a 70,000 sq. ft. modern R&D Centre, housing over 275 research scientists, is set up in Bengaluru.
1996
Going global
Our success in healthcare witnesses a new horizon as our first international office opens in the United States.
First store in Cayman Islands
Our first exclusive retail store, Store 1, opens in George Town, Cayman Islands, to provide effective wellness solutions.
The idea to develop personal care products is born from customer insights at Store 1.
1998
Good health for all
The Animal Health product range is launched in India to improve the health of farm animals.
1999
We get personal
Backed by our in-depth research and credibility, we launch an extensive range of personal care products.
2000-2010s
2000
Next stop – Dubai, UAE
Our Dubai office opens and becomes the first Indian pharmaceutical company to be registered with the UAE’s Ministry of Health (MoH).
Over the years, we have expanded our operations, and today, our products are sold in more than 100 countries.
The face of our face care range
Purifying Neem Face Wash, with the goodness of natural ingredients, is launched.
2001
2003
Welcome to wellness
We launch Pure Herbs, a range of single-herb formulas from 28 popular herbs in Ayurveda.
2004
Big care for little ones
We enter the baby care segment with a range of personal care products offering safe and gentle care.
2009
Ground breaking organic
With the US launch of herbal supplements, we became the first USDA certified organic line of Indian herbs to ever be sold in America.
The launch of Botanique
Botanique, our personal and oral care brand, sets foot in the US in the emerging natural and organic space.
2020s
2021
Celebrating 25 years in Cayman Islands
To commemorate 25 years in Cayman, we open Himalaya House, home to our parent Himalaya Global Holdings Ltd, and our largest retail store.
2022
New state-of-the-art facility
Our modern pharmaceutical manufacturing facility is set up in Tumakuru, near Bengaluru.
Himalaya R&D goes global
Himalaya Global Research Centre gets a home in a 55,000 sq. ft. facility at Dubai Science Park.
Commitment to sustainability
In line with our commitment to sustainability and preserving biodiversity, we plant our 900,000th tree, partnering with the Society for Environment and Biodiversity and Trees for the Future.
2023
Manufacturing in the UAE
We have signed up with Dubai Industrial City for setting up our first manufacturing plant in the UAE.
