Galaxy Medicare Limited was originally incorporated on July 23, 1992 as a Limited Company under the name of ‘Galaxy Medicare Limited’ under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 vide Certificate of Incorporation, issued by Registrar of Companies, Cuttack, Orissa, The Registered Office of the companies is situated at Khurda, Orissa.

The company is into the manufacturing, trading and exporting of Medical Devices, Plasters of Paris Bandages (POP Bandage) and Other surgical dressings in India. Its business encompasses: manufacturing and branding of its own products under its flagship brands i.e. POP BAND, POP CAST, G CAST, GYPSOSOFT, GYPSOPLAST, CARETAPE, GYPSOCREPE, CARECREPE, CAREPORE GYPSONET, GYPSOCHLOR, FIXCAN ETC; Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) ranging from sourcing of components, designing, manufacturing, quality testing as per the specifications provided by certain brand owners on Principal-to-Principal basis; Institutional sale to various Government Departments through participation in tenders on platforms like GEM Portal; Exporting its manufactured product to international markets; and Trading of medical device and other surgical dressings.

The company is certified under ISO 13485:2016 and Certificate of Conformity from EC International Certifications Standard (CE) for the Manufacturing and selling of Plaster of Paris Bandage and Other surgical Dressings. Over the years, it has established its presence in India and in international markets by offering a wide range of quality consumer products. The company focuses on maintaining strong relationships with the clients and collaborating with them to address their requirements.

Its manufacturing facility has established dedicated teams actively involved in product development cycle which involves research, ideation, concept development, prototyping, testing and launching in the market, Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) Lab activities. These functions have streamlined production and post-production processes and enabled it to support its growth strategy by developing new products and processes that enhance its product range. The focus of its team has been to strive for continuous process improvements that caters to the requirements of global patients emphasizing effectiveness and safety besides achieving manufacturing cost efficiencies. The company offers a range of Plaster of Paris Bandages (POP Bandages), medical tapes and bandages, other surgical dressings, and external preparations for wound care and wound management.

Business area of the company

The company is engaged in the manufacturing, trading, and exporting of Plaster of Paris bandages and other surgical dressings, and is a manufacturer of a wide spectrum of medical devices and surgical products. The company is certified under ISO 13485:2016 and Certificate of Conformity from EC International Certifications Standard (CE) for the Manufacturing and selling of Plaster of Paris Bandage and Other surgical Dressings.

Products of the company

• Plaster of Paris bandage 
• Elastic adhesive bandage
• Hypoallergenic skin barrier microporous surgical tap
• Cotton crepe bandage
• Zinc oxide adhesive tape
• Sterile paraffin gauze dressing
• Orthopedic wool bandages
• Cannula fixator
• Orthopedic casting tape
• Sterile antiseptic tulle - gras dressing

Key awards, accreditations and recognition

• 2010: The company has received Special Recognisation Award for Outstanding Entrepreneurship Micro and Small Enterprises (Manufacturing) by Government of India, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in 2010.
• 2011: The company has received Third Prize National Award for Outstanding Entrepreneurship Small Enterprises (Manufacturing) by Government of India, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in 2011.
• 2012: The company has received the National Productivity Council Award is a prestigious recognition given to its organizations, for their exceptional contributions to productivity enhancement and economic growth. Established in 1958, the National Productivity Council (NPC) of India plays a crucial role in promoting productivity across various sectors of the economy.

History and milestones

• 1992: The company, ‘Galaxy Medicare Limited’, was established on July 23, 1992, in the Mancheshwar Industrial area of Bhubaneswar, Orissa. Founder of company, Dillip Kumar Das, acquired a closed unit M/s Cure Aids Private Limited and commenced the production of Plaster of Paris Bandage B.P. in the company.
• 1995: A United Kingdom based Company, selected the company exclusively as their business partner for the manufacturing of their globally renowned Plaster of Paris Bandage B.P. under the brand name ‘GYPSONA’, in its facilities for the regions of India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal which continued till 1999, when they shifted manufacturing of Plaster of Paris Bandage B.P. to their own facility in Maharashtra.
• 2002: The company has entered into a partnership with the Indian subsidiary of a Fortune 50 Company of USA with exclusive rights for manufacturing and supply of Plaster of Paris Bandage B.P.
• 2006: As part of its expansion strategy, the company commenced the manufacturing of Sterile Gauze Dressings, and enhancing its product Portfolio.
• 2009: Further strengthening its product portfolio, it expanded its manufacturing activities to include Elastic Adhesive Bandage B.P., thereby enhancing its offerings.
• 2018: The company with continuous hard work and dedicated involvement in quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) by the entire team, reached Rs 2777.49 lakh of turnover.
• 2022: The company has successfully exceeded a turnover of 3073.00 lakh, marking a significant milestone in its financial achievements in the year 2022.
• 2023: Received One Star Export House Status from Director General of Foreign Trade.