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Zeno Health has announced the launch of 75 new medical stores across Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik—taking its total store count in Maharashtra to 260. This expansion will deliver high-quality medicines at up to 60% savings to more urban and semi-urban areas, while also creating over 500 new jobs for licensed pharmacists. It marks a key milestone in Zeno’s mission to build a more inclusive, on-ground healthcare ecosystem at scale.
The company will invest Rs. 30 crore in Maharashtra over the year to support this expansion, including store infrastructure, inventory, workforce hiring, and deeper tech integration across its offline and online platforms.
Despite a drop in out-of-pocket health expenditure in Maharashtra from 44.1% in 2019–20 to 38.1% in 2021–22 as per National Health Accounts, a significant affordability gap still persists. Many families continue to skip or delay treatment due to high medicine costs or poor access. Zeno Health bridges this gap by sourcing medicines directly from manufacturers and offering a transparent, reliable alternative to traditional pharmacy markups. By eliminating middlemen and simplifying distribution, the company ensures the savings are passed directly to the consumer, stated the company.
Siddharth Gadia, co-founder & CEO, Zeno Health, said, “This expansion is not merely about increasing our footprint—it’s about extending our responsibility. We want to be present where care is needed most and where affordability can truly change health outcomes. With this investment, we are laying the foundation to serve 1 crore Indians every month, reinforcing that affordable and high-quality healthcare isn’t a luxury—it’s a right.”
Since its founding in 2017 by IIT Bombay alumni, Zeno Health has served over 30 lakh customers, enabling Rs. 1,000+ crore in cumulative savings on medicine bills. With 190 stores already operational, the brand has built deep consumer trust through both its retail footprint and its digital platforms, including the Zeno Health mobile app and website.
Himanshu Bhavsar, chief people officer, Zeno Health added, “Our mission to build a healthier and happier India is impossible without our pharmacists. The work we do powerfully aligns with their core purpose — to use their knowledge to serve patients with care. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create real, meaningful impact in people’s lives, every single day. For pharmacists who are looking to be part of something bigger, Zeno Health is where purpose meets opportunity.”
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