CSR & ESG News

03 February 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to road safety, preventive healthcare and community well-being, STUDDS Accessories Limited, the world’s largest (1) two wheeler helmet manufacturer by volume in Calendar Year 2024, has partnered with Accord Superspeciality Hospital, Faridabad to support the Accord Faridabad Half Marathon 4.0, which was held at Accord Hospital, Faridabad (Delhi-NCR). Organized under the aegis of Accord Foundation, the fourth edition of the marathon was anchored in the powerful theme “Choose Fitness Over Sickness”, underscoring the belief that health is a conscious choice that shapes the quality of lives and communities. The marathon aimed to encourage citizens to make conscious lifestyle choices that priorities physical activity, wellness and preventive care. The event brought together over 1,433 runners,

03 February 2026: As winter conditions intensified across North India, ICCPL Foundation, the CSR arm of ICCPL Group, undertook a focused winter relief initiative to support homeless and underprivileged communities in Noida and Indirapuram. Under its flagship campaign #RahatWithICCPL, the Foundation conducted a four-day blanket distribution drive, reaching individuals most exposed to harsh seasonal conditions. The on-ground initiative covered multiple high-vulnerability locations, including pavements, construction zones, and informal settlements, where access to shelter and winter protection remains limited. Over 1,0O00 blankets were distributed, addressing an immediate and critical need during peak winter nights. The drive was implemented with an emphasis on dignity and responsible engagement, ensuring that relief reached those most at risk while maintaining sensitivity to local conditions. The

2 February 2026: Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is leading a transformative water management initiative around its Ambujanagar plant, in the coastal Gir Somnath region of Gujarat through its CSR initiatives. Communities residing around the cement plant area faced challenges of salinity ingress affecting over 200,000 farmers and families. The CSR team implemented a range of innovative solutions to restore water resources, improve irrigation practices, and push salinity back to the coastline. This large-scale initiative spans 600 sq. km and aims to create long-term, sustainable impacts for the region. To address both the demand and supply sides of the water crisis, the CSR arm constructed over 235 check dams, increasing water availability

30th January 2026: P&G SEHAT– the healthcare focused CSR initiative of Procter & Gamble Health Limited (P&G Health India) – maker of trusted healthcare brands like Neurobion, Evion, Livogen, etc. – today flagged off a new Mobile Health Care Unit (MHU) at the Usgaon village in Ponda district of Goa, in the presence of Dr. Sandesh Madkaikar, Chief Medical Officer, Non-Communicable Disease Cell, Directorate of Health Services, Goa, and Mr. Sanjay Gaude, Sarpanch – Usgaon Panchayat and officials from P&G Health India. The MHU, operated by P&G SEHAT’s NGO partners HelpAge India, offers free of cost primary medical consultations, 36 types of diagnostic tests, essential medicines, and bi- monthly health camps, through a team comprising of an MBBS doctor, pharmacist,

January 28, 2026: On National Girl Child Day, Pernod Ricard India Foundation (PRIF) underscores the importance of addressing the interconnected barriers that shape the lives of girls in India, where education, health, inclusion, confidence and opportunity are deeply linked. Recognising that progress for girls cannot be driven through isolated interventions, PRIF designs its programmes as integrated ecosystems that enable long-term, holistic development. Since 2018, the Foundation’s initiatives spanning education, sports, health and well-being have positively impacted over 3 lakh girls. PRIF’s programmes are designed to work across multiple touchpoints by combining scholarship support, digital learning access, mentorship, sports-based development and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) interventions to address structural barriers that limit participation of girls.  Across geographies, PRIF’s work responds to the

January 27, 2026: With shared vision of building a future-ready generation, BMW Group and UNICEF today highlighted the annual impact of their global BRIDGE partnership in India. Since its launch in December 2024, the initiative has reached around 110,216 children and 397 educators in India across multiple states by strengthening foundational learning and expanding access to hands-on STEM education. The BRIDGE initiative is part of a long-term global collaboration between BMW Group and UNICEF till 2030, aimed at equipping children with future-ready skills through supporting state governments on STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). In India, the programmer adopts a two-pronged approach to education reform – strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy in early grades, and expanding access to practical,

India commemorated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026, marking the anniversary of the Constitution of India coming into force in 1950 and the country’s formal emergence as a Sovereign Democratic Republic. While Independence in August 1947 ended colonial rule, the adoption of the Constitution completed India’s transition to self-governance grounded in constitutional authority, democratic institutions, and the collective will of its people. Republic Day is observed annually through ceremonies that showcase the functioning of democratic institutions and the nation’s cultural diversity. The central celebrations are held at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, where the Republic Day Parade presents a blend of military precision, cultural expression, and regional representation. Similar observances take place across the country through flag-hoisting ceremonies,

January 21, 2026: Flipkart Foundation, the charitable arm of the Flipkart Group, has partnered with SOS Children’s Villages India, a leading child care organisation, to support the health, personal care, and overall well-being of children and youth living in family-based care settings. The initiative will be implemented across SOS Children’s Villages in Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, and Varanasi, with a focus on creating safe, nurturing environments that support children’s growth and development. The programme will directly support 62 children and youth, including 38 girls, by providing access to essential services such as nutritious food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, and medication. In addition to meeting everyday care needs, the initiative aims to strengthen stability and routine, enabling children and young people to grow

20th January 2026: Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with the National Book Trust (NBT), Ministry of Education, Government of India, has launched a comic book titled “Chhota Bheem and Vidya’s – Big Green Mission”, aimed at fostering environmental responsibility and waste management awareness among children. The book launch at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 was graced by Prof. Milind Sudhakar Marathe, Chairman, National Book Trust; Mr. Yuvraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust; Mr. K. Ganesh, Director – Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Kumar Vikram, Chief Editor & Joint Director, National Book Trust To ensure accessibility, inclusion, and relevance across India’s diverse linguistic landscape, the comic book will be translated in 48 languages,

January 20, 2026: DCGpac, a leading B2B packaging and procurement solutions company, has inaugurated its first Smart Manufacturing Plant in Noida, marking a major milestone in its journey towards building a sustainable, technology-led, and globally integrated packaging ecosystem. Spread across 20,000 sq. ft., the facility commenced production on 18th January 2026 and has an initial manufacturing capacity of 250 tonnes per month, with plans for rapid scale-up. The new facility represents DCGpac’s strategic move towards backward integration, strengthening control across raw materials, manufacturing, quality assurance, fulfilment, and global distribution. The plant has been set up following a long-term investment commitment and a five-year strategic partnership with UKHI, a global material science company that has developed 100% biodegradable and compostable raw