Shree Dhanwantri Herbals –

Uma Shanker Singh

Is Ayurvedic medicine an alternative medicine?

Absolutely not. Ayurveda is an ancient science. The operation of all formulas is scientifically substantiated. The WHO completely accepts Ayurveda as an official medicine. In fact, it is the only non-mainstream medicine accepted by WHO. In India, practicing Ayurvedic medicine requires a university degree. I am a certified Ayurvedic doctor.

What is the main strength of your company?

We have always remained strongly focused on the basic principles of Ayurveda. At SDH, we are truly passionate about the possibilities this ancient medicine brings. Everything starts with the quality of the raw materials. We only use the purest ingredients. 80% of our raw materials are sourced from local producers. We have been around for seventy years now and have gained a lot of knowledge in those seven decades. In addition, we have always evolved with the times. Our factories are state-of-the-art, comply with all ISO standards and are equipped with the most modern machinery to ensure smooth production. Using advanced technologies, we meticulously exploit every aspect of the precious raw materials. Our R&D departments and labs are constantly looking for new compositions or possible optimisation of our products.

How many people work at SDH?

There are currently some 1200. We have two production sites – one in Amritsar and one in Chandigarh – and two R&D centres.

Does driving a Porsche also promote Ayurvedic well-being?

In my case yes. (laughs)