Empire Medtech Names Hemant Kumar Bhardwaj as New CEO

Empire Medtech, a key player in medical technology under Empire Industries Limited, announced the appointment of Hemant Kumar Bhardwaj as Chief Executive Officer. Bhardwaj brings extensive experience in strategic planning, P&L management, and operational excellence across the healthcare domain.
An IIM Indore alumnus based in Pune, Bhardwaj most recently served as Country Manager for India & South Asia at O&M Halyard APAC since 2018. He led growth initiatives, achieving regulatory approvals under new medical device rules, launching “Made in India” products, and diversifying into industrial PPE for pharma and semiconductors.
Previously, as Country Manager at Coloplast India (2012-2018), he transformed a loss-making unit into a top performer, growing revenue from ₹100 crore to ₹560 crore while expanding teams from 35 to 165. His career spans business development at BD Medical and launches in diabetic foot care.
Empire Medtech focuses on innovative medtech solutions, and Bhardwaj’s expertise in supply chain, regulatory compliance, and market expansion positions him to accelerate growth. LinkedIn posts confirm the exclusive CXO Lanes report on his appointment.
This move strengthens Empire’s healthcare vertical amid rising demand for local manufacturing.