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Dehradun | 19 September 2025

The School of Health Sciences, Quantum University, Roorkee, organized an industrial visit for first-year B.Pharm students to the Himalaya Wellness Company in Dehradun on 19th September 2025. The visit provided an excellent opportunity for students to understand the practical applications of Ayurveda blended with modern pharmaceutical science.

About Himalaya Wellness Company

Founded in 1930 by M. Manal in Dehradun, Himalaya Wellness Company has grown into a global leader in herbal healthcare and personal care, with operations in over 106 countries. The company offers a portfolio of nearly 500 products, spanning pharmaceuticals (e.g., Liv.52), personal care, baby care, and animal health solutions. Its Dehradun facility complies with WHO-GMP and US FDA standards, focusing on herbal extraction and formulation. With a strong team of 290+ R&D scientists, the company thrives under the leadership of CEO Nabeel Manal, prioritizing innovation, sustainability, and employee well-being.

Key Highlights of the Visit

• Corporate Orientation: Students were introduced to Himalaya’s legacy, business vision, and contributions to integrating Ayurveda with modern scientific research.
   
• Plant Tour: The tour included detailed exposure to herbal extraction units, tablet and capsule manufacturing, and automated packaging lines.
   
• Quality Control & Research Labs: Students observed microbial testing procedures, analytical labs, and sustainability-driven production methods.
   
• Expert Interaction: A Q&A session with company experts covered career opportunities in herbal pharmacy, global market trends, and emerging fields like personalized nutrition and phytopharmaceuticals.
   
• Networking Session: The visit concluded with discussions on future industry-academia collaboration, encouraging students to engage in research and innovation.
   

Outcome of the Visit

The visit provided students with:

• Practical exposure to herbal drug formulation and quality testing.
   
• Insights into sustainable manufacturing practices.
   
• Inspiration to pursue careers and research in herbal pharmacy and natural product development.
   

Conclusion

The industrial visit to Himalaya Wellness Company was a highly enriching experience, broadening students’ understanding of the pharma and herbal healthcare industry. It not only strengthened their theoretical learning but also motivated them to contribute to the growing field of Ayurveda-based innovation in India and beyond.