Healthcare

2nd July 2025: Bandhan Bank, a pan-India universal Bank, today announced the extension of its CSR grant to Assam Cancer Care Foundation (ACCF), a partnership between the Government of Assam and Tata Trusts. The grant will support the delivery of standardised and affordable cancer care closer to patients’ homes across 17 districts in Assam over the next two years. This initiative aligns with Bandhan Bank’s commitment to fostering a healthier and more equitable society. The contribution will support patients through various stages of cancer treatment, improving access to quality healthcare and helping reduce financial hardship for families. Bandhan Bank has nearly 500 touch points spanning across the state of Assam, catering to about 15 lakh customers in the state of

23rd May 2025: K J Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre, one of India’s leading multi-specialty hospitals, has upgraded its diagnostic capabilities with a new CT scan machine and ventilators for the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) through the CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Group. This significant enhancement marks a major milestone in the hospital’s commitment to advancing diagnostic services and improving patient care. The Advanced equipment was inaugurated by Shri Amit Bagri, Managing Director & CEO-Kotak Mahindra Investments Ltd. alongside Shri Samir Somaiya, Chairman- K J Somaiya Medical Trust and other esteemed dignitaries, marking a milestone in the hospital’s commitment to enhancing diagnostic precision and patient care. The new CT Scan system, equipped with cutting-edge multi-slice technology, faster gantry rotation,

09th May 2025: Demonstrating its continued commitment to community health, Hikal Ltd., a trusted partner to global life sciences companies, organized a blood donation drive at its Panoli manufacturing facility in collaboration with Unity Blood Centre, Bharuch. The initiative was conducted under Hikal’s CSR program, ‘Kaushalya’, which focuses on improving healthcare and well-being in communities around its manufacturing sites. This year, Hikal expects around 70–100 employees to voluntarily donate blood during the drive. In 2023, a similar camp was held in collaboration with the Red Cross, where approximately 60 employees participated. The increasing turnout reflects a strong sense of social responsibility among Hikal’s workforce. The Panoli site holds a unique position among Hikal’s manufacturing locations, as it houses all three

06th May 2025: Sanathan Textiles Limited, a leader in India’s textile manufacturing industry, continues to uphold its commitment to social responsibility by supporting the communities it operates in. In a meaningful partnership with Masina Hospital, Mumbai, and with the support of the Rotary Club, Sanathan Textiles has contributed to the renovation of an 18-bed hospital ward, including 6 high-dependency beds, to enhance patient care and critical treatment capacity. The total CSR spend for the project is Rs. 2.05 crores, towards improving local healthcare infrastructure. This initiative is dedicated to the memory of Late Shantaben Dattani, whose legacy of compassion and service continues to inspire the company’s ethos. Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Sammir Dattani, Executive President- Raw Material & Fully

28th April 2025: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusive rural development, IFFCO Kisan Finance has launched a transformative healthcare initiative under its flagship CSR program Arogya Vistaar. In collaboration with NGO Utthaan and leading digital healthcare provider DocOnline, the project will roll out high-quality primary healthcare services across 15 locations in Gaya, Bihar in its first phase. With a clear focus on improving healthcare access in underserved rural communities, the initiative will deploy an Integrated Rural Dig-Physical Healthcare Services (IRDHS) network. This pioneering model includes a digital health clinic, mobile clinics, and a local women-led upskilling program for assisted teleconsultations—bringing care to the doorstep of the rural population. Funded entirely by IFFCO Kisan Finance, this health CSR initiative addresses the twin

April 21, 2025 — Marking World Health Day 2025 under the global theme “Collective Action for Better Health Across Society,” the United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI), in collaboration with IEEE Delhi SIGHT, convened a dynamic multi-stakeholder event that brought together voices from government, industry, academia, civil society, and local communities. The event championed the vision of health as a shared responsibility and emphasized cross-sectoral collaboration for advancing sustainable, transparent, and value-based healthcare in India. Spearheading the discussions was Dr. Somnath Singh, Deputy Director at UN GCNI, who played a pivotal role in bringing together stakeholders from various sectors and aligning the event with the broader agenda of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In opening remarks, Dr. Singh

8th April 2025: FUJIFILM India – a leader in healthcare imaging technology, has announced its latest CSR initiative “Care on Wheels” in Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of World Health Day. Inaugurated by Dr.(Col.) Dhani Ram Shandil, Honourable Minister of Health and Welfare, Government of Himachal Pradesh, this groundbreaking intervention features a dual approach with a static healthcare center complemented by a fully equipped mobile van that will deliver X-Ray and clinical chemistry tests combined with tele-radiology and tele-health services directly to people’s doorsteps. Leveraging state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging technology, this initiative ensures cutting-edge medical systems that strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Mandi and ensure access to proactive check-ups where the population resides. FUJIFILM India is ensuring accessible healthcare for all