CSR & ESG News

March 17, 2026 – Capacit’e Infraprojects Ltd has reinforced its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment by supporting the development of a dedicated psychiatric care unit at Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai. This initiative reflects the company’s belief that mental health is inseparable from physical health and deserves equal priority, compassion, and infrastructure. India faces a growing mental health burden, with over 197 million individuals affected according to the National Mental Health Survey (2016). Recent parliamentary data (December 2025) revealed that 7.3% of adolescents (13–17 years) in surveyed states suffer from mental health conditions. Despite rising awareness, nearly 80–85% of people remain without timely or adequate care due to limited access, lack of resources, and stigma. Through this CSR

March 17, 2026: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, today released “The Last-Mile Leap: Empowering Delivery Fleets to Accelerate India’s Electric Mobility Transition,” a white paper based on insights from a survey of more than 6,000 Wishmasters (delivery partners) across India. The report examines the readiness of India’s last-mile logistics workforce to adopt electric vehicles (EVs), while outlining the ecosystem changes required to enable large-scale electrification of delivery fleets. The whitepaper was unveiled at Flipkart’s EV Mela in Bengaluru ‒ a dedicated event convening OEMs, financiers, and delivery partners to explore practical pathways for EV adoption. V.P. Ramesh, Secretary of the Regional Transport Authority, Bengaluru Urban, joined the event as Guest of Honour, speaking with riders about the opportunities associated with

16th March 2026:  Elior India, a subsidiary of the EUR 6.05 billion France-based Elior Group and one of the world’s leading providers of institutional food services, has partnered with the Robin Hood Army (RHA), a volunteer-driven organisation that redistributes surplus food to underserved communities, to launch a food redistribution initiative focused on responsible surplus management. The program enables safe, eligible surplus food from Elior’s kitchens and sites to be redistributed through RHA’s volunteer network, aligning with Elior India’s commitment to sustainability and responsible food management. The initiative was launched as a pilot from Elior’s GK1 kitchen in Bengaluru on 13 March in the presence of Boris Derichebourg,  Chairman and CEO of Elior Group, who is currently visiting India, and Ashwani

Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson & Trustee, M3M Foundation, felicitated by Yogeshwar Dutt at his Wrestling Academy, alongside Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan and esteemed coaches, as the championship officially begins with young wrestlers stepping onto the mat. 16th March 2026: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s rich akhada tradition and nurturing the country’s future Olympic champions, M3M Foundation, in collaboration with the Yogeshwar Dutt Wrestling Academy, organised the “M3M Foundation Gold Cup – Under-20 National Wrestling Mahasangram” on 15–16 March 2026 in Rohtak, Haryana. Organised under the inspiring theme “Mitti Se Olympics Medal Tak”, the national championship witnessed the participation of 550+ Under-20 wrestlers from across the country, including 25+ international-level wrestlers. The tournament brought together participants from 8+ states, representing

March 18, 2026: In a display of collective civic action,residents of Greater Noida stepped forward at Sector Alpha-2 on Tuesday morning to take part in a community clean-up effort aimed at strengthening public participation in maintaining neighbourhoods clean and hygienic. The collective effort was part of “Safai Mitra Sarthak,” organised by Anubhuti Welfare Foundation (AWF) with CSR support from itel – a leading technology brand of India – in collaboration with the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA). The clean-up drive ‘Swachh Sankalp’ marked the on-ground launch of the initiative, which focuses on empowering India’s waste warriors through sustainable livelihood opportunities while strengthening sanitation systems and recognising the contribution of Safai Mitras. This CSR initiative by itel is a continuation

National, 16th March 2026:: Sunfeast Bounce of Joy (BOJ) celebrated the successful completion of its year-long program, dedicated to reinforcing the importance of sports and physical activity in building healthier and more confident communities, with a concluding ceremony held in Delhi NCR. The initiative is in line with the brand ethos of Sunfeast Bounce promoting outdoor play amongst children and aims to integrate sports into schools and communities thereby promoting physical fitness, life skills, nutrition, and gender inclusion. The final tournament for this year brought together key stakeholders from the government, sports, and the community to celebrate the impact created by the program over the past year at St. Mary’s School, Mayur Vihar Phase III, Delhi NCR. The event was

3 March 2026 – Friends Union for Energising Lives (FUEL), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young minds across India with education, skill-oriented training, and career opportunities, has been listed on the National Stock Exchange of India’s Social Stock Exchange (SSE). This milestone represents an important step in expanding FUEL’s mission of youth development through transparent and impact-aligned funding. The SSE listing will enable FUEL to scale its work across government schools and rural communities, empowering students and women through STEM education, future-ready skills such as AI and data science, soft skills, entrepreneurship development, and workforce integration initiatives. FUEL’s entry into the Social Stock Exchange marks a significant achievement in its mission to bridge the gap between education and employability,

March 16, 2026 – MSD (known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA in the United States and Canada (NYSE: MRK)) in India today announced the awarding of scholarships to 50 students under its corporate social responsibility initiative ‘Scholarship for Daughters’ program, a merit-based initiative aimed at supporting young women from underserved communities to pursue a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at select accredited pharmacy colleges across India. Following a competitive selection process, which included aptitude assessments and personal interviews, a cohort of 50 eligible young scholars have been selected for the program this year. Building on its inaugural year, MSD India, in partnership with Smile Foundation launched the second year of the program to empower young girls to pursue

March 09, 2026: Tata Power celebrates the inspiring journeys of women whose lives have been transformed through Anokha Dhaaga, the company’s livelihood initiative focused on empowering women from underserved communities. What began as a small stitching centre in Maval, Maharashtra, has grown into a vibrant network of women collectives that support one another in building sustainable incomes and stronger community leadership.  In Mumbai, Anokha Dhaaga connects a network of home-based makers and artisans who contribute to production while managing their household responsibilities. The initiative provides skill development and materials for production, enabling women to work flexibly from their homes while remaining connected to a supportive ecosystem for learning and income generation.  Beyond traditional stitching, the initiative has expanded into diverse

March 07, 2026: Muthoot Finance Ltd. today inaugurated the M.G. George Muthoot Memorial Hall at Fort Kochi, developed in fond memory of the company’s Former Chairman Late Shri M.G. George Muthoot. Built with an earmarked amount of ₹27 lakh, the 3,400 sq. ft. fully air-conditioned facility will serve as a modern venue for community gatherings and social events in the Fort Kochi area. The hall was inaugurated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony and unveiling of the commemorative stone by Hon’ble Justice Jacob Benjamin Koshy (Retd.), Former Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, and Shri. George M George, Deputy Managing Director, Muthoot Finance Ltd. The plaque naming the hall was also unveiled by Shri. George M. George, Deputy Managing Director, Muthoot