From Legacy to Leadership

Pharmapreneur
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Building With Head, Heart, and Hands

Growing up, I never considered any path other than entrepreneurship. Factory visits weren’t just rituals, they were moments that connected me to something larger and more meaningful. Over time, that early curiosity became a clear sense of purpose.

During my graduation and post-graduation years, I spent more time at the company. First observing, then taking on small responsibilities. I started as a business development executive, managing day-to-day operations and learning the details you don’t see in presentations.

I watched the business feed families, not just mine, but dozens of others who showed up every morning before sunrise. I saw my father handle supply disruptions, salary days, quality audits, and everyday challenges with the steady calm of a surgeon.

When I stepped in fully, there was no ribbon-cutting ceremony. It was steady fieldwork.

I listened to my colleagues and customers who pointed out where we were falling short. I tracked returns, understood how products performed in the real world, and learned the business from the ground up.

In 2019, I became Director after seven years as an executive.

That’s where I began, not just in legacy, but in practice.

Tracing the Path That Brought Us Here

1961
The Beginning
It started with a simple idea: make essential medicines available to every neighborhood. Under the leadership of Late Shri R.K. Agarwal, Obligo Chemists opened its doors in Uttar Pradesh, quietly building trust with hospitals and pharmacies that would last generations.
1973
Stepping Into Manufacturing
Seeing the need for affordable eye care, he founded Optho Remedies in Prayagraj. Over time, Optho became one of India’s pioneering ophthalmic manufacturers, reaching patients in every corner of the country.
2012
A Broader Purpose
As the business matured, Ridim Agarwal began taking a more active role, gradually moving from observation to daily operations and expansion. He set up a new branch in Delhi, extending the company’s reach beyond Prayagraj, often travelling by public transport to build relationships one conversation at a time. That same year, he founded Ek Guzaarish under the Shree R.K. Agarwal Memorial Foundation, reflecting the belief that progress in business should also mean progress for the community. The initiative focuses on healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment.
2018
Evolving for a New Era
To meet rising demand and bring new ideas to life, Optho Remedies was transformed into Optho Lifesciences, introducing advanced formulations, stronger systems, and a renewed focus on quality.
2019
A New Chapter of Leadership
After years of learning the business from the ground up, Ridim was appointed Director. It was both a transition and a commitment, to build on what had been created without losing sight of why it started.
2022
Reinforcing the Foundation
The distribution business was restructured as Obligo Distributors, a division of Obligo Enterprises LLP, modernizing systems while maintaining the trusted relationships that had defined it for decades.
2024
R’Keon and PharmOptyx Take Shape
Optho Lifesciences entered its next phase, rebranding as R’Keon Life Sciences, a name reflecting its commitment to innovation and ethical growth. That same year, PharmOptyx, a division of Obligo Enterprises LLP, launched as India’s first hospital-based optical and pharmacy retail brand.
2025
Looking Beyond Healthcare
The journey expanded further with the creations of R'Korp Enterprises LLP, a strategic investment cum Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Venture- dedicated to ophthalmic formulations: sterile eye drops and eye ointments.

R’Keon Life Sciences

Founded in 1973, R’Keon Life Sciences has been a trusted name in Indian eye care for over five decades. With a strong presence in Uttar Pradesh, a nationwide distribution network, and a team of 250+ professionals, R’Keon delivers affordable, high-quality products while partnering with specialists to help millions preserve their vision and advance ophthalmic innovation.

PharmOptyx

PharmOptyx, a brand of Obligo Enterprises, is India’s first in-hospital optical and pharmacy retail model. By integrating eyewear and pharmaceutical services within hospital premises, it offers unmatched convenience — medicines and optical products under one roof. With trusted quality and a focus on enhancing patient experience, PharmOptyx is redefining how healthcare and vision care come together.

Obligo Distributors

Founded in 1961, Obligo Distributors brings nearly 65 years of expertise in ophthalmic pharmaceutical supply across India. Serving government, semi-government, and corporate hospitals through tender-based chains, Obligo is a trusted partner for efficient delivery. As the distribution arm of R’Keon Life Sciences, Obligo upholds reliability and regulatory excellence across the healthcare spectrum.

R’Korp Enterprises

R’Korp Enterprises is an upcoming pharmaceutical venture focused on ophthalmic formulations like sterile eye drops and ointments. Its 25,000+ sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, will feature integrated production, QA/QC labs, ultra-purified water systems, and an effluent treatment plant. Built to WHO-GMP standards, R’Korp is designed for quality, compliance, and seamless logistics.

Today…

From a single distribution shop to a group of companies spanning pharmaceuticals, healthcare retail, strategic investments, and social welfare, this story reflects decades of steady progress and a shared belief that enterprise can-and should-serve a larger purpose.