Cipla's journey began in 1935 with the purpose of making healthcare accessible to all. Today, the company marks nearly 9 decades of Caring for Life.
Cipla Archives is a proud custodian of this illustrious legacy. Come explore the milestones of Cipla's legacy of Care!
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80 years of Cipla lapel pin
To commemorate the momentous occasion of Cipla's 80th incorporation anniversary, a special souvenir was released in 2015. This carefully crafted memento served as a tribute to the remarkable journey of Cipla, spanning eight decades of excellence in the pharmaceutical industry. A testament to the company's unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and improving healthcare worldwide.
Old Cipla Stationery
Cipla was originally named the Chemical Industrial & Pharmaceutical Laboratories since its establishment in 1935. Old company stationery like this envolepe, shows the early circular logo and full name of the company.
Padma Bhushan certificate
In 2005, our Chairman, Dr. Y.K. Hamied, was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan - India's third highest civilian honour. This certificate bears the distinguished seal and signature of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India, who presented this award to Dr. Y.K. Hamied. Interestingly, the date indicated on this certificate is meticulously recorded in accordance with both the Shaka and Gregorian calendars - a practice that is seen in all official communications issued by the Government of India.
Internal Communication Memo
Preserved within our archives, we have a noteworthy document in the form of an 'Internal Communication' memo from the year 1950. This intriguing item proudly displays the old letterhead of the company, capturing a glimpse of its historical brand identity. What makes this memo even more significant is that it bears the distinguished signature of Dr. K.A. Hamied, our founder and Managing Director at the time. A tangible link to the past, reflecting internal communication practices and corporate identity.
Firmly anchored to our past, Cipla strides towards tomorrow without losing sight of our cherished purpose: Caring for life. Celebrating 89 years of this illustrious legacy...
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It is 1997, Palliative Care is still a new concept and Dr. Y.K. Hamied has just laid the foundation of another pioneering endeavour...
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From the company's humble beginnings at 289, Bellasis Road to decades of pioneering breakthroughs, innovations and building a global presence...
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History has shown that whenever epidemics have cast their shadow, Cipla has stood at the forefront of care...
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Here, our story begins with the journey of a father, a Ciplaite, grappling with his son's battle against Thalassemia...
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Join us in a journey through time as we explore Cipla's pioneering work in Inhalation therapy...
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17 August 1985- the company celebrates its Golden Jubilee and there's so much to be jubilant about...
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Gaining significant influence in the Indian pharmaceutical scene of the 1960s, we now meet Cipla in the 70s...
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It's 1960, Dr. Y.K. Hamied, armed with a PhD in organic chemistry, has joined Cipla's R&D department...
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The year is now 1942- British India grapples with World War II; Cipla steps up...
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The Cipla story continues as we step into 1939 when Mahatma Gandhi visits the Cipla premises...
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One day, a young chemist from Aligarh decided to trade his career as a reader in Chemistry for a Phd in Germany...
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