First medical company in Manipur
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, October 05 2014 :
For the first time in the State, a medical devices manufacturing company called St Stone Medical Devices Private Limited was launched today during a function at Classic Sangai, Hotel Imphal at North AOC here today.
The function was attended by RK Anand, MLA Naoriya Pakhanglakpa Constituency as Chief Guest; Ch Ibopishak, retd Superintendent as President; Dr Simpson Sareo, Additional Director of Manipur Health Service and Kh Mangijao, Inspector of Factories & Boilers, Department of Commerce & Industries as Guests of Honor.
The company was established in the year 2012 under Ministry of Corporate Affairs and approval for assembly and manufacturing of various medical devices under Drug & Cosmetic Rule 1945 was given by Director Comptroller General of India (DCGI) and Central Drug Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) .
Various medical devices which the company will manufacture are Disposal Infusion Pump, Disposable Central Venous Catheter Kit, Disposable Hemodialysis Catheter Kit, Disposable IV, Cannulea, Disposal Infusion Set, Guide Wire and several other devices related with Nephrology and Anesthesia.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Anand stated that the launching of the company is a proud moment for the people as well as the government too as most of the medical devices essential for treatment of various diseases are brought from outside the State and exuded confidence that most of the day to day required medical devices will be availed by the company.
Saying that the State has already started production of oxygen, cotton and bandage which are all much required medical needs, the MLA pledged that the government will provide all possible help to the company if need arises.
In recognition of credentials of the company, ISO 13485: 2012 and ISO 9001: 2008 certificate were handed over to Ng Premjit, founder cum chairman of the company and its director Shankar Sharma.