Women and Children

24 July 2024: The HCL Foundation, which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of global technology company HCL-Tech in India, hosted the Sports for Change (SFC) National Finals 2024 at Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.  The Sports for Change initiative aims to promote sports as an integral part of holistic education and nurture young talent from underserved communities. This year, over 15,000 children from government schools, regular sports programs, and communities have participated in the competition, with 800+ talented athletes advancing to the National Finals. “At HCL Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of sports to uplift and empower young minds. The Sports for Change initiative reflects our dedication to nurturing talent from all walks of life, ensuring

17th July 2024: In a significant boost to the mid-day meal program in Ahmedabad, Adani Wilmar has generously contributed three new food distribution vehicles to The Akshaya Patra Foundation. These vehicles will serve over 6,600 meals daily to 48 schools across the city, reinforcing the joint commitment to nurturing the health and education of children. The flag-off event for the new vehicles took place in Ahmedabad, attended by Mr. Angshu Mallick, MD & CEO, Saumin Sheth, Chief Operating Officer, Ashok Kumar, Business Head, Food Service Division, Priya Agarwal, Manager, Mandar Chitre, Assistant Manager from Adani Wilmar Ltd., and Sri Raya Rama Dasa, Vice President of The Akshaya Patra Foundation, Gujarat. In addition to the vehicles, Adani Wilmar has pledged continued

12th July 2024: Green Infrastructure Renewable Energy Limited and Yarrow Infrastructure Private Limited, subsidiaries of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp), have installed a 60KWp rooftop solar power system for Sri Sathya Sai Karunyaniketanam Gurukul in Tumakuru, Karnataka, a school for underprivileged children. The rooftop solar power system was inaugurated by Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai, founder of Sri Madhusudan Sai Global humanitarian mission. The ceremony was attended by senior government dignitaries including Sri T.B. Jayachandra, Karnataka’s Special Representative to Delhi and Sira Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), and Shri CB Suresh Babu, Chikkanayakanahalli MLA. Sri Sathya Sai Karunyaniketanam Gurukul, operated by Prashanthi Balamandira Trust, educates about 450 students on a 48-acre campus. Through this rooftop solar installation, Sri Sathya Sai Karunyaniketanam Gurukul can

10th July 2024: Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company and community, in partnership with Shishu Mandir, launched the “Eco-Wheels Women’s Initiative” at an event held in Bengaluru. The “Eco-Wheels Women’s Initiative” aims to support marginalized women by providing opportunities for economic independence and skill development. Ajay Khanna, Managing Director of Herbalife India, presented 50 E-Autos to the beneficiaries in the first phase. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Mrs. Manjula Aravind Limbavali, MLA of Mahadevapura Constituency, and Dr. Hella Mundhra, Founder of Shishu Mandir. Herbalife, committed to improving the communities in which it operates, has sponsored a total of 115 E-autos to empower women and LGBTQ+ individuals with economic opportunities, skills development, and leadership roles. Beyond

9 July 2024:  Allcargo Group, an Indian-born global logistics conglomerate celebrating 30 years of excellence, has set a target to plant 5 million saplings by 2030 by actively engaging with more than 100,000 farmers as a part of its Maitree initiative run by the Group’s CSR arm, Avashya Foundation. The tree plantation drive is inspired by the vision of the Group Founder and chairman, Mr. Shashi Kiran Shetty, to make a larger impact on the environment and livelihood. Maitree is expected to impact the lives of 500,000 beneficiaries in Maharashtra.  Under the Maitree initiative, Allcargo Group has planted over 1 million trees by 2023 and is pursuing a goal of planting 3 million trees by 2027 and 5 million by

5th July 2024: In a heartfelt gesture of community support and care, ibis Bangalore has donated 150 umbrellas to students of a local government school to help them stay dry and healthy during the ongoing rainy season. The distribution event took place at Asangi Maruthi High School, Nagawara, highlighting the hotel’s commitment to social responsibility and community welfare. As the rainy season brings unpredictable weather, many students face challenges in attending school without adequate protection from the rain. Recognizing this need, ibis Bangalore stepped forward to provide essential rain gear, ensuring that the children can continue their education without interruption and remain protected from the elements. Speaking at the event, Irfan Khatry, Cluster General Manager of ibis Bengaluru Hotels, emphasized

27th June 2024: To promote health awareness and provide necessary knowledge to the community, a health and screening camp on Sickle Cell Disease was organized by Surya Hospitals in the rural village of Vasai, Maharashtra. The event featured educational talks by Dr. Vandana Bansal and Dr. Nisha Iyer, which reached over 100 students. Additionally, Adivasi residents who were present at the camp were tested for the HPLB gene to evaluate their susceptibility to Sickle cell disease. Participants also had the opportunity to consult with doctors and receive valuable information on preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Vandana Bansal, Director, Department of Fetal Medicine, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology, Surya Hospitals said, “Sickle Cell Disease is a

18th June 2024: Kamdhenu Jeevandhara Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of Kamdhenu Group dedicated to social empowerment, today celebrated the successful completion of its first computer training program batch of 2024. The ceremony saw students receive their certificates, marking a crucial step towards their future careers. Believing in giving back to the community, Kamdhenu Jeevandhara has been empowering underprivileged youth with essential technical skills for over two decades. Through the program, Kamdhenu Jeevandhara has successfully trained numerous children, many of whom are now thriving in their careers. Living by the principle of community upliftment, Kamdhenu Jeevandhara offers free computer training to underprivileged youth. This initiative equips them with the in-demand technical skills needed to thrive in the modern job