Impact Stories

Ma Foundation is a non-profit organisation established on 29 September 2019, committed to empowering impoverished women in rural India through skilling and livelihood programmes.The Foundation works in the social sector with a focus on livelihood creation, women’s empowerment, food security and community development. The Foundation is registered under Sections 12AA and 80G of the Income-Tax Act. The Foundation is led by Geeta Gopalakrishnan, Founder and Managing Trustee. The Board of Trustees includes renowned singer Usha Uthup, veteran cricketer Arun Lal, Mr Ishaat Hussain, former Finance Director of Tata Sons, and Lavanya Raghavendran, Manufacturing Manager, SLB. The trustees bring diverse experience across social development, business, finance, sports and industry, supporting the Foundation’s vision and governance. Ma Foundation’s flagship programme, MA KI

For over five decades, NTPC has powered India’s growth and development as the country’s largest integrated power utility. With an installed capacity exceeding 91 GW and a contribution of nearly one-fourth of India’s electricity generation, NTPC plays a pivotal role in driving the country’s progress. Guided by the Companies Act, 2013, CSR Policies and national development priorities, NTPC undertakes a wide range of community initiatives focused on healthcare, education, livelihood generation, women empowerment, sports, community infrastructure, and disaster relief. These interventions are designed to create meaningful impact in communities in the vicinity of NTPC stations across the country. Advancing Healthcare Access Healthcare remains a key pillar of NTPC’s CSR efforts. The company has supported premier institutions such as AIIMS, IISc

Allopathic Dispensary, Deengaon, Uttarakhand Construction of Lakefront at Badrish Lake & Park at Badrinath towns, Chamoli, Uttarakhand THDC ‘Mission Shakti’ (Pilot) Project, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand THDC India Limited (THDCIL), a premier power sector enterprise under the joint venture of NTPC Limited and the Government of Uttar Pradesh, has consistently demonstrated innovation, inclusivity, and impact in its CSR approach. The organization has consciously evolved from conventional charity-based interventions to a theme-based, impact-driven development model that aligns closely with national priorities and global development goals.   CSR planning at THDCIL is seamlessly integrated with its business strategies and operational planning. Initiatives are identified through systematic need assessment, planned in advance with defined milestones, and supported by pre-estimated financial and human resources within the

Construction of Govt. Primary Schools in District Chamba, Himachal Pradesh Government Hydro Engineering College Bandla, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh NHPC is committed to inclusive and sustainable development through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in and around its Projects, Power Stations and Units, as well as in other parts of the country. As India’s premier hydropower development organization, NHPC goes beyond power generation by supporting CSR initiatives that improve the quality of life of communities and contribute to national development. NHPC’s CSR & Sustainability Policy is aligned with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 and subsequent amendments issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. NHPC also aims to adhere to the Guidelines

By K.Ganesh, Director, Sustainability and Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International Rapid industrialisation and urban expansion have long stressed natural resources and polluted ecosystems. We experience climate change in ecosystems, fading biodiversity, and lives disrupted by extreme weather, health, and economic crises. As food and water security erode and communities grow more vulnerable, we must ask ourselves how we can give back to the environment more than we take from it. The answer to that question will determine whether people can sufficiently restore the planet to sustain themselves.    Linear consumption models, where resources are extracted, used and discarded, place a growing burden on the environment and on communities. They increase dependence on virgin resources, add pressure on stressed water systems, and

Every big idea has a starting point. For vivo, it was a simple, almost stubborn belief, rooted in its philosophy to do the right thing, and to do things right, naturally driving the brand to empower the next generation. Through vivo Ignite, they turn this belief into action, giving India’s young changemakers the stage, mentorship, and support they need to transform their ideas into meaningful, real-world change. Four editions in, vivo Ignite: Technology and Innovation Initiative remains steadfast in its commitment to build a credible platform that gives national visibility to young STEM talent, between classes 8 to 12. As a smartphone brand, vivo has always believed in the resounding power of innovation. It is a powerful reminder that innovation

Pune, Maharashtra Across rural India, development investments have expanded significantly in both scale and intent. Yet, despite this progress, outcomes often remain fragmented and difficult to sustain beyond project cycles. As the sector evolves, there is a growing recognition that convergence is key to sustainability, ensuring that efforts across stakeholders, systems and communities translate into long-term outcomes. Drawing from over 30 years of rural development experience, working across more than 2,500 villages and impacting over 16 lakh lives, Srinivasan Services Trust (SST), the social arm of TVS Motor Company, found that sustainable transformation depends on how effectively community ownership, strong processes and public systems come together. From Participation to Ownership At the heart of sustainability lies community ownership. At SST,

Some stories begin with a large office, a boardroom plan and a funded project. This one began with a young educated man standing on a polluted beach, looking at the waves bring back what the city had thrown away. For Dr. Chinu Kwatra, Founder of Khushiyaan Foundation, the coastline was not just a stretch of sand. It was a mirror. Wrapper, discarded bag and other plastc waste carried a question: if we call this city our home, who will take responsibility for what we leave behind? That question became a movement. What started as a determined individual effort slowly grew into one of Khushiyaan Foundation’s most powerful environmental initiatives — Beach Warriors. Its a one-man show. Chinu could be seen

An integrated approach to water conservation, sustainable agro-forestry, and climate-resilient farming is breathing new life into 10 marginalized villages across the Pawai and Gunnor blocks of Madhya Pradesh. Panna, Madhya Pradesh: In the semi-arid landscape of the Panna district, regional vulnerabilities like erratic rainfall, seasonal drought, and depleting groundwater tables have historically restricted agricultural productivity, forcing many smallholder families into seasonal migration. To systematically reverse these systemic challenges, a multi-dimensional rural development intervention named Project Sujalam—an Focused water conservation integrated with rural livelihood development Project—was launched. Generously supported by the corporate social responsibility (CSR) wings of LIC Housing Finance Ltd. and meticulously executed on the ground by the dedicated team at Lok Kalyan Bhumika Samiti, this initiative spans across 10