CSR News

18 July 2024: Godrej Properties Limited, India’s leading real estate developer, partnered with the Chikkaballapur City Municipal Council (CMC) and the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) for the City-Farmer Partnership project in Chikkaballapur, Karnataka, to address the city’s waste management challenges and promote scientific management of solid waste. Focused on converting organic wet waste into valuable compost for farmers, approximately 759 metric tons of legacy waste were semi-processed into organic compost and supplied to 109 farmers across 17 villages in Chikkaballapur. The compost, processed from 1,000 cubic meters of waste, was provided at no cost to encourage the adoption of organic farming practices. Additionally, more than 569 metric tons of segregated wet waste have been processed through collaboration with

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

16th July 2024: As a significant part of the company’s CSR intervention, Tata Chemicals Community Development arm, Tata Chemicals Society of Rural Development (TCSRD), in partnership with the NGO “Light of Life Trust” (LOLT) established a Livelihood and Skill Training Center in Mulshi, Pune today. This center is set to benefit around 430 individuals from 10 villages around the Tata Chemicals Innovation Center during the fiscal year 2024-25. In a bid to provide livelihood and skill development, the center will not only provide training but also assist the trained individuals in securing employment or facilitating the establishment of their entrepreneurial venture. Through this comprehensive skill center introduced in Mulshi by TCSRD and LOLT, a range of short-term training courses, including

16th July 2024: The Young FICCI Ladies Organization (YFLO) Delhi, in collaboration with the M3M Foundation and the implementing partner, the National Institute for Educational & Development (NIED), proudly inaugurated a premier skill academy in Sector 49, Noida, today. This academy aims to revolutionize youth skilling and empowerment in the region, offering cutting-edge programs to enhance employability and foster personal growth. The new academy is aiming to provide skill training to more than 400 young adults in its first year. Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson of YFLO Delhi, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “The launch of Skill Academy represents an unwavering commitment to equipping the youth with essential skills for their professional and personal development. I am proud to share our vision

15th July 2024: Reaffirming its commitment to nurturing talent and creating a skilled workforce for the automotive industry, Tata Motors in collaboration with Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has established dedicated ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNVs). To date, 25 labs, fully equipped with essential tools, have been set up across select JNVs in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. This unique industry-academic joint initiative equips approximately 4000 students annually with practical automotive skills, with 30% of students enrolled being girls. Aligned with the vocational courses envisioned in the ‘National Education Policy 2020’, Tata Motors’ ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ focuses on providing secondary and senior secondary students (studying in 9th to 12th standard) with essential subject

15th July 2024: AgriWings, a leader in precision agricultural drone spraying services, is making strides to revolutionize the agricultural landscape through its Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) channel. This initiative aims to empower rural youth, providing them with the tools, training, and support necessary to succeed as entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector. AgriWings is dedicated to equipping VLEs with the knowledge and skills required to thrive. The training encompasses various aspects of agricultural entrepreneurship, focusing on quality management and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). By ensuring proper SOPs, AgriWings guarantees that VLEs maintain high standards in their operations, fostering trust and reliability. Recognizing the financial hurdles faced by many aspiring entrepreneurs, AgriWings offers comprehensive loan processing assistance. This support makes

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

12th July 2024: ABB India announced the expansion of two educational programs as part of its CSR initiatives to support inclusive and equitable education. These programs, which were being run in 98 schools in Nelamangala, will now also expand to 50 schools in Peenya starting this academic year reaching a total of 148 schools and around 10,000 students from Peenya and Nelamangala. The STEM Awareness and Foundational Literacy and Numerical Skills Program is aimed at supporting young students with essential scientific concepts and foundational and age-appropriate skills in literacy and numeracy alongside STEM topics. Integrated within the school timetable, it provides hands-on learning opportunities, making learning interactive and highly engaging. Run in partnership with the Sikshana Foundation, the program aims

11 July 2024: Nova Dairy, a leading name in the dairy industry, is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving animal welfare within its cattle supply chain. This program underscores Nova Dairy’s commitment to ethical practices and sustainable agriculture, recognizing that the health and well-being of dairy cattle are paramount to producing high-quality milk. Nova Dairy’s initiative will focus on educating farmers across various regions about the critical importance of animal welfare. By providing training and resources, the company aims to promote best practices in cattle management, ensuring that animals are treated with care and respect throughout their lives. “Farmers are the backbone of our supply chain,” said Mr. Ravin Saluja, Director at Sterling Agro

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