SBI Foundation’s Gram Saksham Project: Hope Turns into Reality in Tribal Madhya Pradesh
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: In the tribal heartland of Kundam block—where poverty and migration once overshadowed daily life—a silent revolution is unfolding. The SBI Foundation’s Gram Saksham Project, implemented in partnership with Lok Kalyan Bhumika Samiti (LKBS), is turning hope into reality by creating sustainable livelihoods and restoring self-reliance among marginalized families. Guided by the vision […]
CSR & CIVIL SOCIETY: FROM OBLIGATION TO OPPORTUNITY
It is a widely accepted business principle that companies must generate profit to sustain and grow. In 1981, economist Milton Friedman famously stated, “The business of business is business,” emphasizing that a company’s primary responsibility is to its shareholders. Yet, he also acknowledged that businesses must operate within legal and ethical boundaries. Today, profit generation […]
PM MODI’S 79TH I-DAY ADDRESS: A VISION FOR A VIKSIT BHARAT 2047
On the 79th Independence Day, PM Modi delivered his longest and most decisive address from the Red Fort, lasting 103 minutes, charting a bold roadmap for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. With a sharp focus on self-reliance, innovation, and citizen empowerment, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s journey from a nation dependent on others to a […]
CSR POWERS THE ROAD TO VIKSIT BHARAT
In December 2023, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi gave an ambitious clarion call for transforming the nation into a fully developed, globally influential country— Viksit Bharat – by 2047. Viksit Bharat 2047, which envisions inclusive development, sustainable progress, and effective governance, among others, is based on four pillars: Yuva (Youth), Gareeb (Poor), Mahilayen (Women) […]
Learning and The Road Ahead: A Strategic Blueprint for CSR in India
India’s CSR journey since 1947 has been rich with experimentation, innovation, and impact. As the nation prepares for its centenary in 2047, the insights from decades of social engagement must now translate into a clear, future-ready plan of action. Below is a structured framework that builds on past learnings and charts a path forward for […]
DLF Foundation: GREENING CITIES FOR A SUSTAINABLE IMPACT
In the rapidly changing urban landscape, environment preservation and promotion have become an urgent priority. DLF Foundation, the CSR arm of DLF Group, shows that well-planned development and thriving natural ecosystems can coexist. Through its environmental programme – Greening Cities, the Foundation focuses on integrating plantation, biodiversity, and climate resilience, creating green spaces in urban […]
Play for Progress: CSR’S Game-Changing Role in India’s Sporting Future
As India commemorates National Sports Day on August 29, in honor of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, the nation reflects not only on its glorious sporting past but also on the transformative potential of sports in shaping its future. From Olympic podiums to grassroots playgrounds, India’s sporting journey is a testament to resilience, talent, and […]
Inclusive Education in Tribal Belts Since Independence: A Journey of Hope and Impact
Since India’s independence in 1947, the dream of inclusive education has slowly but steadily reached the tribal belts—regions often tucked away in forests, hills, and remote corners of the country. These communities, rich in culture and tradition, were historically left out of mainstream development. But over the decades, a combination of government schemes, philanthropic efforts, […]
CSR @78: FUELING INDIA’S JOURNEY TO VIKSIT BHARAT
Birth of a Vision: Philanthropy in Independent India In 1947, when India emerged from colonial rule, the idea of corporate social responsibility was deeply rooted in cultural values, yet unstructured. Mahatma Gandhi’s “trusteeship” model planted the moral seed of businesses serving society. Industrial houses like Tata, Birla, and Bajaj embraced philanthropy—building schools, hospitals, and nurturing […]
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates new facilities at Sudeva Football Academy, with support from Hindalco, The Aditya Birla Group
NEW DELHI – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated newly upgraded facilities at the Sudeva Football Academy, a state-of-the-art residential football facility dedicated to training India’s next generation of footballers. This milestone was made possible with the generous funding and support from Hindalco, the flagship metals company of the Aditya Birla Group. The inauguration ceremony […]