Dr. S K Mukherjee

Director - Exports

India’s animal healthcare industry, focused on the overall health and well-being of farm and companion animals, is experiencing strong growth and transformation, as an outcome of the adoption of innovative technologies for finding disease cures and preventive measures. A promi­nent force in animal husbandry and livestock care, India takes the lead in production of eggs, buffalo meat, goat meat, and milk, raising demand among producers for ef­fective animal healthcare products including preventive medications, productivity enhancing treatments, and com­bined healthcare approaches that support overall animal well-being.

As the industry continues to flourish, SKM Pharma, an ISO 9001-2015 certified Bangalore-based veterinary pharmaceuticals firm, is dedicated to enhancing animal health through the production of safe and high quality pharmaceuticals for animals. Focused on improving human lives through healthier animals, SKM brings a legacy of over three decades built on the pillars of quality, trust, accountability, and transparency.

Jharna Mukherjee, Managing Director

Supporting Animal Health

SKM is a leading manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals formulated and produced according to GMP guidelines, manufacturing high-quality products since 1987. Over time, the firm has been granted with TUV NABCB quality management distinction, reinforcing its commitment to produce nothing but the best. Powered by its distinctive teams of specialists across operational domains, the company’s products are enhanced by its in-depth knowledge of the local markets, and the demand of its global clientele.

“We at SKM never sit back, for us our goal is not a number, but a tireless work ethic that doesn’t wane with market conditions. This belief is shared by the chairman and company alike as we race towards the future. Our extraordinary success as a company owes itself to being in the right place at the right time combined with the exceptional abilities of our team of specialists in sourcing, marketing, shipping and finance”, says Dr. S. K. Mukherjee, Director - Exports.

Ensuring compliance with the 5 P’s of GMP including people, premises, process, product, and procedure, the firm undertakes a holistic manufacturing process to ensure that its products are not just aligned with market standards, but tangibly beneficial for animals. From sourcing the right raw materials for a range of approved vendors and manufacturers to processing the materials in a clean and standardized facility and producing high-quality finished products, the firm controls every aspect of product manufacturing. During these processes, the company also performs inspections of the samples of raw materials and finished products internally and through third-party labs, to ensure transparency in product approval.

Since quality is the core of all operations at SKM Pharma, the manufacturing facilities also undergo periodic inspections by regulatory entities, ensuring that all GMP guidelines are being followed and that all products being manufactured are at par with international standards. Sterility tests and stability tests performed on the finished products further ensure the suitability of the pharmaceuticals in addition to determining whether or not they align with GMP and WHO norms. Success in these inspections has allowed the firm to get its products registered in multiple countries abroad, making it a preferred partner in the domain globally.

Growing through the Years

“SKM Pharma has transformed from a small proprietary trading business to an emerging pharmaceutical company with a singular focus on improving animal health. We have grown from strength to strength and have become known for our quality and trust. Since the inception our goal is to produce and deliver the medicines which meets or exceeds the needs and expectations of our customers, and our team has ensured we achieve this goal every time”, further adds Dr. S. K. Mukherjee.

Today recognized as the best in the industry, SKM has grown immensely over the years with the dedication of its expert pharmacists that work tirelessly to ensure the firm’s products exceed client expectations. With a focus on continuous improvement, the team facilitates the availability of all products aligned with latest industry developments, particularly injectable products. The firm has, over time, ventured into manufacturing of veterinary nutraceuticals, initiating for sterile diluents for vaccine and has achieved recognition as the certified star export house by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Department of Commerce, ministry of Commerce and Industry. SKM has also been the recipient of the best exporter award for three consecutive years by the Federation of Karnataka Chamber of Commerce & Industries Export Excellence Awards.

These milestones simply highlight the kind of impact that the firm has created in the industry through hard work and an emphasis for promoting greater accountability through four core principles including participation, evaluation, transparency, and feedback mechanisms. These help in assessing exactly what the clients require and modifying products to stay abreast of evolving market demands.

Through a zeal for promoting animal well-being with holistic healthcare products, SKM Pharma is not only setting a high bar for other players in the industry to follow, but also revolutionizing the sector by staying at the forefront of market changes and incorporating latest advancements into its product range to be leveraged by clients within India and abroad.