Healthcare Expansion Drives Employment Growth Across 15 Districts; 150 More Stores Planned
VISAKHAPATNAM (India CSR): Apollo Pharmacy has strengthened its workforce presence in Andhra Pradesh by employing over 7,000 people as it crossed the landmark of 1,000 stores in the state. The milestone outlet was inaugurated in Visakhapatnam, marking not only a retail expansion but also a significant boost to healthcare employment across 15 districts. It also runs Apollo 24/7, one of India’s largest digital healthcare platforms, serving over 46 million registered users.
The landmark outlet in Visakhapatnam was inaugurated by Dr. Shankhabrata Bagchi, IPS, Commissioner of Police & Additional District Magistrate, Visakhapatnam, in the presence of P. Jayakumar, CEO – Apollo Pharmacy, and Balamurugan, COO – Apollo Pharmacy, the company informed.
While the milestone underscores healthcare expansion, it also highlights a significant employment boost across Andhra Pradesh, with Apollo Pharmacy now employing more than 7,000 people across 15 districts.
Apollo HealthCo operates Apollo Pharmacy, India’s largest pharmacy retail network with over 7,100 stores serving users across 19,000 pincodes, the company said.
7,000 Direct Jobs Across Andhra Pradesh
Apollo Pharmacy’s growth in Andhra Pradesh has translated into substantial direct employment generation. With over 1,000 operational stores, the company has created jobs for pharmacists, store managers, supply chain professionals, delivery executives, and backend support teams.
The employment footprint spans both urban and semi-urban regions, strengthening livelihoods beyond metropolitan centers. Many stores operate round-the-clock, creating shift-based employment opportunities and ensuring steady income streams for thousands of families.
Industry experts note that organized pharmacy retail not only formalizes employment but also promotes skilled healthcare jobs, particularly for licensed pharmacists and trained healthcare workers.
Expansion Plan to Generate 1,000 Additional Jobs
The employment impact is set to grow further. Apollo Pharmacy has announced plans to open more than 150 new stores in Andhra Pradesh over the next two years.
Each new store is expected to generate multiple direct and indirect employment opportunities, including positions in retail operations, logistics, last-mile delivery, and digital support services. This expansion is likely to create over 1,000 additional jobs in the state, further strengthening the local healthcare economy.
Commenting on the milestone, P. Jayakumar, CEO – Apollo Pharmacy, said, “Reaching 1,000 stores in Andhra Pradesh is a significant milestone in our journey to build India’s most trusted and accessible pharmacy network. We are strengthening our presence across the state to bring authentic medicines and quality care closer to where people live. Over the next two years, we plan to open more than 150 new stores in Andhra Pradesh, further expanding access across communities.”
Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure and Access
Apollo Pharmacy now operates across 15 districts of Andhra Pradesh, providing access to more than 50,000 genuine medicines and wellness products. The company’s presence ensures availability of essential drugs, chronic care medicines, and preventive healthcare products.
Dr. Shankhabrata Bagchi, IPS, said, “Access to genuine medicines and wellness products is a core pillar of public health. I congratulate Apollo Pharmacy on building healthcare infrastructure at a scale that serves citizens effectively, and wish them continued success in serving the people of Andhra Pradesh.”
With quick medicine delivery services available across all districts, the network supports both patients and healthcare providers by ensuring timely access to treatment.
Digital Healthcare Creating Tech-Driven Jobs
Apollo Pharmacy’s growth is closely integrated with Apollo 24/7, its omnichannel digital healthcare platform. Through the platform, citizens can access teleconsultations, diagnostic bookings, and customized insurance services from their homes.
This digital ecosystem also contributes to employment generation in areas such as:
- Telemedicine support
- IT and AI-based healthcare solutions
- Customer service operations
- Diagnostic coordination
- Digital logistics management
Apollo HealthCo facilitates approximately 100,000 daily medicine deliveries nationwide and manages hundreds of thousands of doctor consultations and diagnostic bookings each month. Such scale requires a robust workforce, technology teams, and supply chain professionals.
Employment Boost in Semi-Urban Communities
A significant proportion of Apollo Pharmacy stores in Andhra Pradesh are located in semi-urban and emerging towns. This decentralised retail model creates opportunities in regions where formal employment options are limited.
Beyond direct hiring, the presence of pharmacy outlets also supports indirect employment across:
- Local transport networks
- Warehousing and distribution
- Cold-chain logistics
- FMCG and wellness product supply
The organized retail pharmacy sector also enhances professional standards, training practices, and regulatory compliance, thereby strengthening the state’s healthcare workforce quality.
Backed by technology and AI-driven tools, Apollo HealthCo continues to expand integrated healthcare services across India.
(India CSR)
