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HLL Lifecare produces 1.25 crore blood bags annually, holds 35 pc Indian market

Thiruvananthapurm, June 14 (UNI) HLL Lifecare Limited, a PSU under the Union Ministry of Health, has a production capacity of 1.25 crore (12.5 million) blood bags annually, leading the Indian market holding a 35 percent share.
The company also exports blood bags to over 25 countries, including Nigeria, Tanzania and Nepal.
Since the early 1990s, HLL has played a pivotal role in strengthening India’s blood transfusion services. HLL’s commitment to safe blood collection is underscored by its significant manufacturing capabilities.
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AP CM congratulates Narendra Modi for completing 4,399 days as PM

10 Jun 2026 | 12:27 PM

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