CSR News

22nd March 2024:  EFKON-STRABAG, a provider of smart infrastructure solutions, as part of its social responsibility initiative focused on safety announced the launch of a comprehensive Road Safety Awareness program throughout India, with a specific focus on children. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to promoting road safety education and cultivating a culture of responsible behavior among young learners.  EFKON-STRABAG’s road safety initiative is designed to equip school children with essential knowledge and skills to navigate roadways safely. As part of the initiative, EFKON-STRABAG has collaborated with local schools to organize road safety awareness programs for students at various schools in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai in March and April 2024. These events will include interactive sessions and engaging activities to educate

21st March 2023: Zamit, a Gurgaon-based leading innovator in AI-driven educational solutions, has partnered with NeoFusion Creative Foundation, a nationally certified NGO in Gurgaon, for the iSKiL programme to bring innovative learning solutions to empower underprivileged students and foster growth. Funded by The Future Foundation, the iSKiL programme will begin in the first week of April with 100+ enrolled students ranging from classes 6 to 11. They primarily target school dropouts to provide them with a conducive environment where they can study at their own pace, and align their interests with career choices to lead sustainable lives.  Zamit’s iSKiL Programme (International Skills & Knowledge Integrated Learning Programme) offers a comprehensive co-curricular experience of 60 hours spanning 26 weeks. Leveraging a

March 20, 2024: On the occasion of World Sparrow Day, Srinivasan Services Trust (SST) the social arm of TVS Motor Company and Sundaram-Clayton Limited proudly amplifies its efforts towards sparrow conservation. SST extended its conservation program from 100 villages last year to 200 additional villages this financial year in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, providing families with thousands of tailored nests to create a conducive habitat for sparrows. As part of the sparrow conservation programme and to create awareness, SST has been conducting community meetings and rallies with the support of local volunteers and community members. Besides, SST has also organised drawing competitions in schools to sow seeds of awareness from an early age.   Santhoshi, a school

18th March 2024: Flipkart Foundation and Kineer Services joined hands, for gender sensitization, to launch their program called ‘Trans-formation’, this program aims at uplifting the marginalized transgender community and other members of the LGBTQ+ spectrum. Through this collaboration, the project endeavors to provide comprehensive skills training to 300 transgender and LGBTQ+ individuals, to facilitate successful job placement through dignified employment opportunities. This initiative operates across the states of Delhi and Mumbai, the collaborative efforts underscore a dedication to nurturing the livelihood creation and advancing societal inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals who will receive tailored support throughout various stages. These include the establishment of training facilities, mobilization, hands-on holistic training, certification, and job creation and placement. Moreover, by partnering with companies that are

18th March 2024: Knight Frank India, announced its collaboration with SAMPARC for the successful commissioning of a children’s school bus at Gramin Vidya Vikas Kendra, Bhambarde. This partnership marks a significant stride in the joint commitment to advancing education and safety for the children. Knight Frank’s leadership visited the school to facilitate the collaboration, showcasing their unwavering commitment to corporate social responsibility. “Investing in education is not just a duty; it’s a privilege and a promise for a brighter future. At Knight Frank India, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed,” said Shishir Baijal, Managing Director, Knight Frank India. He also mentioned, “Through our commitment to supporting education, especially for girl children, we aim to

18th March 2024: Online Chikitsa Mitra, a rural health-tech start-up, reaffirmed its dedication to women’s health and empowerment through a successful free online health check-up camp held last Friday. The camp reached out to over 100 women across the nation, providing them with comprehensive health assessments and expert medical consultations from specialist doctors. In India, many women face challenges in accessing quality healthcare, with approximately 50 million grappling with reproductive health issues. Understanding the significant influence of health on women’s lives, Online Chikitsa Mitra demonstrated its commitment by prioritizing their well-being. Through this initiative, the start-up offered thorough health check-ups to women nationwide, covering essential parameters like blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, weight, height, and temperature. It also facilitated subsequent online

18th March 2024: Arohan Financial Services Limited has taken a significant step towards community welfare with the initiation of a Hearing Screening and Intervention Programme, benefiting 1600 newborns. This commendable endeavor carried out in collaboration with Vaani Deaf Children’s Foundation, underscores the company’s commitment to social responsibility and supporting Children with Hearing Impairment (CWHI). The program, tailored for newborns in eastern India, where Arohan Financial Services Limited is headquartered, is pioneering in its approach. Its primary focus on early detection of hearing loss in newborns addresses a crucial aspect of child health, ensuring timely interventions that can significantly impact their developmental trajectory. The venue for this impactful initiative was the NBHS Serampore Walsh Super Speciality Hospital in Hooghly district, West Bengal.

18th March 2024: The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) has as a pivotal force in promoting responsible business practices and UN values worldwide since its inception in July 2000 under the leadership of then Secretary-General Kofi Annan. With a mandate set by the UN General Assembly (UNGA), the UNGC fosters collaboration between global businesses, labor groups, civil society organizations, and the UN system to advance sustainable development goals. In a statement by UN Secretary-General and UNGC Board Chair, António Guterres, it was emphasized that urgent action is needed to achieve the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in light of the escalating climate crisis. Guterres highlighted the critical role of businesses in catalyzing global collective action to

15th March 2024: Tata Asset Management today announced a partnership with Impact India Foundation (IIF) for ‘Project Janani’, a multi-year partnership aimed to empower and nurture tribal women during pregnancy, fostering a positive impact on the health and well-being of both mothers and their children in the Mokhada District. This initiative aims at addressing the reduction of malnutrition within the tribal community of Mokhada block wherein identification of families, management of nutritional supplementation, and creating awareness regarding malnutrition are core to ensuring sustainable impact created through capital and social investment in the region. Mokhada Block in the Palghar District consists of a tribal population of 1,40,000 lakhs. There are a total of 4 Primary health centers serving in Block Ase,

15th March 2024: SBI Foundation is inviting applications for the 12th Batch of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship program. The 13-month-long program offers a structured opportunity for educated urban youth – graduates and young professionals – between the ages of 21-32 years, to collaborate with rural communities and 13 reputed NGOs across India to drive meaningful change in society. The project impacts youth in their future academic pursuits. 100+ Fellowship alumni pursued Higher Studies in development domains after their SBI Youth for India Fellowship experience, and about 70% have gone on to pursue meaningful careers in the social sector by working in Rural Development, Public Policy/Governance, Academia, etc., thereby enabling positive change. Among them is Naman Bansal (YFI 2015-16 Batch),