Women and Children

4th March 2024: The Government of India’s implementing partner for the mid-may meal project, The Akshaya Patra Foundation, hosted Music for Meals, which is an annual mega event, featuring Vijay Prakash, renowned playback singer of ‘Singara Siriye’ (Kantara) fame, and Pravin Godkhindi, acclaimed Indian Classical Hindustani Flute Player. The event was aimed to blend the harmony of music with the mission of feeding millions of children in need. The concert started with Sri Pravin Godkhindi’s harmonious jugalbandi with his son, Sri Shadaj Godkhindi, wherein they performed Pahadi raga. This was followed by an electrifying duet by Sri Vijay Prakash and Sri Pravin Godkhindi, featuring popular numbers such as Kaadhal Rojave, Singara Siriye, and Jai Ho!    The entry to the event

4th March 2024: Under the Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, SBI Capital Markets Limited (SBICAPS), which is an investment banking subsidiary of State Bank of India, has collaborated with the Maharashtra Government under their Chief Minister’s ‘Janakalyan Kaksha’ i.e. Public Welfare Department.   Under this initiative of SBICAPS and their NGO partner Sahakar Deogiri Foundation, which is a Mumbai-based NGO, they have agreed to distribute a multi-utility, which is portable desk bags to over 3000 under-privileged children of Anganwadi across Thane and Palghar districts. This initiative was launched in the state of Mumbai by Shri Eknath Shinde the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Maharashtra along with officials from the CM’s Janakalyan Kaksha, Shri Virendra Bansal – MD and CEO, SBICAPS, and other company representatives. These

29th February 2024: A leading diversified technology company, Panasonic Eco Relay, under the umbrella of Panasonic in India organized a tree plantation project in the Daulatpur area where the Delhi Govt is developing an educational and eco-tourism site for the entire Southwest Delhi region where there are 48 government schools with over 15,000 children. This project will generate livelihood within the local communities in the areas of nursery management, plantation, and aftercare. Panasonic has partnered with Heartfulness Institute for this project with the key objective – to revive endangered species and foster a sustainable ecosystem for future generations. To start with saplings will be planted across an acre of land and maintained to ensure their growth. This project will not

28th February 2024: A non-profit dedicated to quality education and empowerment in underprivileged communities, Literacy India, celebrated National Science Day with an event that not only showcased the creativity and innovation of young innovators through robotics and IoT projects but also highlighted the organization’s cumulative achievements. With the theme ‘Empowering Through Science,’ the event provided a platform for children to demonstrate their technical skills and creativity. 29 students from underprivileged backgrounds displayed exceptional dedication and innovation, having completed intensive training that developed both their hard and soft skills. This training is crucial for their overall growth, emphasizing Literacy India’s commitment to nurturing the potential of each child. Dr. Rajneesh Wadhwa, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development at Literacy India, emphasized the

26th February 2024: The leading automotive coatings company, is committed to driving positive and sustainable change in the communities it operates in Nippon Paint India, this commitment manifests through its holistic CSR approach, which focuses on Education, Engagement, and Empowerment. Today, Nippon Paint India proudly announces their partnership with Pragati Wheel School in New Delhi, aiming to empower students from the junior wing and illuminate their path towards a brighter future. This initiative transcends a mere sponsorship program. It embodies Nippon Paint India’s pillar of ‘Building and Enabling Local Communities’, where the company actively collaborates with partners to address the needs of diverse groups, including students. By providing access to quality education for the next three years, Nippon Paint India equips

22nd February 2024: A leading provider of intelligent workplace solutions, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India, is proud to announce its CSR initiative, termed Project “NEEV” in partnership with the Akshaya Patra Foundation. This collaborative effort promoted both environmental sustainability and child nutrition in the city of Varanasi. This initiative witnessed Konica Minolta sponsoring two electric vehicles (EVs) for the Akshaya Patra Foundation in Varanasi. These EVs will be used to deliver nutritious mid-day meals to 1,800 students across government schools in the region. These vehicles will cover a total of 160 KM per day. This eco-conscious approach aligns with Konica Minolta’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and creating a sustainable future. Konica Minolta’s sponsorship will provide mid-day meals for these students