CSR News

31st January 2025: Japanese Multinational Company Brother International (India) Private Limited, a global leader in technology and innovation, reinforced its commitment to sustainability by supporting the “No Ocean Waste” initiative. The event took place on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Juhu Koliwada Beach, Mumbai, in partnership with Project Mumbai. This initiative was a part of Brother Group’s Environmental Vision 2050, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 14: Life Below Water. The event highlighted Brother International India’s ongoing CSR efforts to reduce marine pollution and contribute to a cleaner, waste-free ocean. Employees were engaged in a beach clean-up drive, where the collected waste was sent for recycling in collaboration with the local municipal office. This initiative

30th January 2025:  APM Terminals Pipavav, in its ongoing commitment to community welfare, organized an eye check-up camp. The camp witnessed a turnout of 344 individuals, with 80 cataract surgeries conducted at Sudarshan Netralaya, Amreli. This initiative is part of the bi-monthly eye check-up camps launched in 2017, benefiting 350 to 450 villagers per camp from over 70 villages across Amreli, Jafrabad, and surrounding talukas. Since 2017, APM Terminals has organized bimonthly eye checkup camps as part of its continuous healthcare efforts. These camps offer on-site OPD treatment and identify patients requiring advanced care. Those diagnosed with conditions such as cataracts and other eye diseases are referred to Sudarshan Netralaya for free surgery, ensuring critical eye health needs are addressed

30th January 2025: Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), today announced the inauguration of multiple community-focused initiatives as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) program at Karur and Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu. The event was inaugurated by Smt. S. Jothimani, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Karur Lok Sabha constituency, Tamil Nadu, Smt. M. Aruna IAS, District Collector and District Magistrate, Pudukkottai, and Shr. S. Parthiban, Viralimalai Block Commissioner & Development Officer at Chitthambur Hamlet, Alangudi Village Panchayat, Tamil Nadu The newly installed Water ATM at Chitthambur Hamlet, Alangudi, Pudukkottai will provide villagers with access to safe drinking water, improving their overall quality of life. Additionally, an Anganwadi that has been renovated by HCCB at Anganwadi Center, Kottaikaranpatti hamlet, Viralimalai Block, Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu,

30th January 2025: Mankind Pharma, a renowned global pharmaceutical company, has set up a comprehensive healthcare camp at the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, offering essential medical services and support to thousands of pilgrims. The initiative, which commenced on 13th January and will continue through to 26th January, represents a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to community healthcare. The camp, operational daily from 12 PM to 4 PM, offers free health check-ups, blood pressure monitoring, and first-aid facilities, addressing the diverse medical needs of pilgrims participating in the sacred gathering. Mankind Pharma is facilitating hundreds of free health check-ups for pilgrims coming to Mahakumbh every day through Mankind’s medical team and Pathkind facilities. About the initiative, Mr. Sheetal

22nd January 2025: PepsiCo India, in partnership with Smile Foundation, announced the launch of ‘Pink Smile’, a project aimed at combating anaemia and malnutrition. Focused on enhancing healthcare accessibility and availability, the initiative in its early stage has impacted 4,200 beneficiaries from underserved communities including women, adolescents and children. Mrs. Buddhi Mishra, District Program Officer, Mathura, graced the occasion as the chief guest in the presence of dignitaries, including Mr. Sachin Sharma, Medical Officer In-charge of the Chatta block, Mr. Naresh Kumar, Development Officer of the Chatta block, and Ms. Rukmadi, Child Development Program Officer of the Nandgaon block. Aligned with PepsiCo India’s guiding principle, “Partnership of Progress – Unnati ki Sajhedari,” the program outreach is conducted in collaboration with

18th January 2025: In a landmark development, Nand Ghar, the flagship initiative of the Anil Agarwal Foundation (AAF), the social impact arm of Vedanta, has renewed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Rajasthan to develop 25,000 Nand Ghars across the state. The MoU was signed between Mr. Mahendra Soni, Secretary, Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Rajasthan, and Mr. Shashi Arora, CEO, Nand Ghar, Vedanta. The ceremony was graced by Smt. Diya Kumari, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan. This partnership reflects a shared vision between Nand Ghar and the Rajasthan government to create a brighter, healthier future for women and children across the state. With a strong focus on combating malnutrition and enhancing early

17th January 2025: Malnutrition remains a significant barrier to the proper growth and development of children. The Government of Assam is deeply committed to improving the nutritional status of children, enabling them to pursue proper education and unlock their full potential. Under the PM POSHAN initiative in Assam, numerous exemplary steps have been taken to address malnutrition among children studying in Ka-shreni to Class VIII. These efforts aim to ensure better health and learning outcomes. Key initiatives include:  Sampriti Bhojan: A community-driven program where local members voluntarily contribute food items to schools on special occasions like birthdays, weddings, and national importance days.  Additional Egg Provision: Weekly provision of two extra eggs for children in government schools located in

14 Jan 2025 – Reckitt, the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene company, through its flagship campaign, Dettol Banega Swasth India, is committed to creating a memorable Swachh and Swasth Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in partnership with Global Interfaith WASH Alliance (GIWA), AJ Foundation (formerly AJYS), Plan India and Jagran Pehel (a Division of Shri Puran Chandra Gupta Smarak Trust). This initiative strengthens Reckitt’s mission to transform public health and hygiene at the world’s largest religious gathering, contributing to the nation’s Viksit Bharat @ 2047 Agenda by establishing hygiene as the foundation for good health. Since 2016, Dettol Banega Swasth India (DBSI) has been a trusted partner of the Kumbh Mela with impactful interventions in Ardh Kumbh Melas and Magh