India’s earliest organized homeopathic enterprise, M. Bhattacharyya & Co. Pvt. Ltd., was established in Kolkata (then Calcutta) in the late 19th century, making it the first homeopathic company in India. Founded with a vision to promote homeopathy across the country, the company played a pivotal role in making quality homeopathic medicines accessible to the Indian population.
Started by the visionary Mahesh Chandra Bhattacharyya, the company began as a small dispensary and grew into a trusted brand for homeopathic remedies, with a focus on both manufacturing and dispensing classical homeopathic formulations.
- Founded: 1870s (exact year often traced to around 1876)
- Founder: Mahesh Chandra Bhattacharyya, a respected homeopath and entrepreneur
- Location: College Street, Kolkata
- Legacy: Supplier to leading homeopaths and medical colleges across India
- Specialization: Classical homeopathic medicines and mother tinctures
“M. Bhattacharyya & Co. is not just a business—it is a legacy of Bengal’s contribution to Indian medicine,” said a senior homeopath and historian in Kolkata.
| Attribute | Details |
| Company Name | M. Bhattacharyya & Co. Pvt. Ltd. |
| Established | c. 1876 |
| Location | College Street, Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Founder | Mahesh Chandra Bhattacharyya |
| Significance | First homeopathic medicine company in India |
| Status | Still operational, with national recognition |
M. Bhattacharyya & Co. Pvt. Ltd. remains a cornerstone of India’s homeopathic heritage, bridging classical healing with modern formulations. The company’s long-standing presence highlights Kolkata’s historic role as a center of medical and educational advancement in India.
