1930
Operations started in India
Our first establishment opens in the picturesque city of Dehradun at the foothills of the Himalayas.
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.
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
Another breakthrough product
Cystone®, specifically developed for the management of kidney stones, is introduced in the market.
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
Big on research
To focus on innovation, a 70,000 sq. ft. modern R&D Center, housing over 275 research scientists, is set up in Bengaluru.
1980-90s
Going global
Our success in healthcare witnesses a new horizon as our first international office opens in the United States. From humble beginnings in a small business park office in Houston, to today's eco-friendly, 7-acre LEED® Gold-Certified North American Headquarters in Sugar Land, Texas, Himalaya has now proudly committed three decades to bringing our wellness philosophy to the West.
First store in Cayman Islands
Our first exclusive retail store, Store 1, opens in George Town, Cayman Islands, to provide effective wellness solutions.
1980-90s
Good health for all
The Animal Health product range is launched in India to improve the health of farm animals.
We get personal
Backed by our in-depth research and credibility, we launch an extensive range of personal care products.
2000-2010s
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.
2000-2010s
The face of our face care range
Purifying Neem Face Wash, with the goodness of natural ingredients, is launched.
Welcome to wellness
We launch Pure Herbs, a range of single-herb formulas from 28 popular herbs in Ayurveda.
Big care for little ones
We enter the baby care segment with a range of personal care products offering safe and gentle care.
2000-2010s
Ground breaking organic
With the launch of our herbal supplements in the US, we proudly became the first USDA Certified Organic line of Indian herbs to ever be sold in America.
The launch of Botanique
Our personal and oral care brand, Botanique, makes its first entrance into the US, confidently stepping into the dynamically emerging natural and organic sector.
2020-2023
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.
2020-2023
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.
2020-2025
Commitment to sustainability
At Himalaya, sustainability guides our long-term actions. Since 2012, we have planted 1.5 million trees in collaboration with grassroots NGOs to support biodiversity.
We harness renewable energy through a captive hybrid power plant and rooftop solar panels.
Our rainwater harvesting initiatives aim to make us water positive. As of 2025, 65% of our portfolio is recyclable. By 2030, we aim to reduce plastic usage by 15% and shift to 50% PCR plastic and 100% FSC-certified paperboard.
2020-2026
Manufacturing in the UAE
We have signed up with Dubai Industrial City for setting up our first manufacturing plant in the UAE.
