CSR News

THDC India Limited, a prominent Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in the power sector, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment by organizing a special one-day outbound activity for its women employees at the Corporate Office in Rishikesh. The event, held in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, aimed to recognize and honor the invaluable contributions of women in the workplace while fostering a culture of equality, leadership, and professional growth. Shri R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, THDC India Limited, emphasized the organization’s dedication to ensuring equal opportunities and representation for women. Sh. Vishnoi stated that women are the backbone of society, and their contributions are integral to the progress of any organization and nation. “At THDC India Limited,

6th March 2025: Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) as part of its CSR initiatives has partnered with the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and Utkrisht Society for Safe Haryana (a Society belonging to Haryana State Police) to implement an Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) in the city. The ITMS will be installed and maintained at 23 junctions across 4 road stretches covering 40 kilometers in Gurugram aided by ~400 cameras and a radar system. This project is funded as a CSR initiative by MSIL. The ITMS for these cameras will be set up by Maruti Suzuki and integrated with the GMDA system. Maruti Suzuki, GMDA, and the Utkrisht Society for Safe Haryana signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) today to

12th February 2025: Honda India Foundation (HIF) has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Government of Uttar Pradesh today, marking the commencement of ‘Project Annadata- Sashakt Kisan, Samridh Rashtra’, aimed at supporting and strengthening Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in the state. This project focuses on enhancing the overall development of FPOs by improving their access to resources, improving market linkages, and driving sustainable growth in the agricultural sector. The MoC signing ceremony took place in New Delhi in the esteemed presence of prominent dignitaries including Shri Surya Pratap Shahi, Hon’ble Minister of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh, and Honda India Foundation Trustees namely Mr. Vinay Dhingra and Mr. Katsuyuki Ozawa. Representatives from Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), Honda India

February 11, 2025: UN GCNI, PHDCCI, and Ethosphere jointly organized the third and final edition of the webinar series on Responsible Business Conduct (RBC). The webinar featured distinguished panelists and thought leaders who shared their insights on fostering transparency, accountability, and responsible corporate governance, particularly in the healthcare sector. The session commenced with a welcome and introduction by Dr. Somnath Singh, Deputy Director, UN GCNI, who set the tone for the webinar by emphasizing the importance of RBC in ensuring sustainability and long-term business success. He provided an overview of the three-part webinar series, highlighting governance foundations, IT-enabled RBC implementation, and public-private partnerships. He further stressed the need for organizations to embrace ethical leadership, comply with global standards, and integrate

10th February 2025: Muthoot Finance Ltd announced on Tuesday scholarships worth INR 1 crore for talented school students (8th and 9th grade) from across 788 districts pan India for next year (FY26). This initiative, part of the company’s long-standing CSR efforts and aimed at recognizing the academic excellence of secondary students, was unveiled today during the 15th-anniversary celebrations of the Muthoot M George Excellence Awards. This year, Muthoot Finance awarded a scholarship worth INR 43 lakh for more than 1400 students. This initiative underscores Muthoot Finance’s commitment to fostering educational opportunities for young minds nationwide, further solidifying its role as a responsible corporate entity dedicated to social progress. The Excellence Awards Distribution Ceremony held today at The Muthoot Group Head

7 February 2025 – The Carbon Markets Association of India (CMAI) hosted a high-level session, “Global Cooperation in Carbon Markets,” at India Climate Week 2025 on 6 February, the 4th day of its premier flagship event, in New Delhi. This session convened representatives from 30 countries, senior government officials, and global industry leaders to advance international collaboration on carbon markets and drive urgent climate action. This was one of the first big global gatherings by representatives of nearly 30 countries after COP29 on climate solutions. Several ambassadors shared their vision of what global cooperation means in their view. Among the key dignitaries present was the Ambassador of Brazil to India, H.E. Mr. Kenneth Félix Haczynski da Nóbrega, marked his presence

7th February 2025: Roots Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to creating sustainable solutions for rural development, has joined hands with Coal India Ltd. (CIL), under the Ministry of Coal, to launch CIL’s Harit Samriddhi project as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility CSR) initiative to enhance farmers’ income and promote inclusive growth in the agrarian economy of Chatra district, Jharkhand. The project is initially being implemented in the Tandwa and Samaria blocks of the district. This initiative aims to provide farmers with essential training and support, improving agricultural practices and enabling better livelihoods. The project will benefit 2,000 farmers who will be trained at two dedicated centers located in Khadiya and Serendagh Hall. Over 1,000 farmers have already undergone training

6th February 2025: Avaada Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Avaada Group, is pleased to announce the milestones achieved through its impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The foundation focuses on Education, Empowerment, Environment, Health, and Rural Electrification for transformative change across India, in line with the vision of holistic development by Avaada Group. Driving Educational Excellence Avaada Foundation has prioritized education to uplift underprivileged communities. Over 41 subject-specific teachers have been appointed, benefitting more than 10,000 students across 10 states. Key initiatives include: Infrastructure and Access: In 5 government schools, we have renovated and constructed new rooms to arrange for quality education. Two school buses are provided in Madhya Pradesh, serving over 1,000 tribal and rural students. Additionally, 50 toilets

Landmark initiative on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) launched by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road, Transport and Highways, Government of India, during the CMAI India Climate Week, 4th February 2025, to Drive Sustainable Aviation February 4, 2025 – In a landmark initiative to decarbonise aviation and position India as a global leader in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), the India SAF Alliance was officially launched today at the India Climate Week 2025, a prestigious gathering of policymakers, industry leaders, and technology pioneers, organized by the Carbon Markets Association of India. The event witnessed the presence of Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, alongside prominent figures in the biofuels and aviation sectors, underlining the Alliance’s ambition to