CSR News

14 August 2024: In a significant gesture of solidarity and support, Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC, today announced the construction of 50 new homes for the survivors of the recent catastrophic landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. This initiative is an extension of the Muthoot Aashiyana project, a longstanding commitment to providing safe and secure homes to those affected by natural disasters. Mr. Babu John Malayil, CSR Head, Muthoot Finance, and Ms. Simi KS, Manager, Corporate Communications, Muthoot Finance, addressed the media today at the Press Club, Ernakulam, regarding Muthoot Finance’s Board of Director’s decision to announce the rehabilitation initiative for the affected communities in Wayanad.  The landslides in Punjirimattom, Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, Meppadi, and Kunhome villages of Wayanad have

14 August 2024: Ambuja Foundation, in partnership with Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), has announced the Integrated Water Resource Development Project, an initiative aimed at combating water scarcity and soil salinization in the Gir forest and the coastal zones of Una and Gir Gadhada in Gujarat. This strategic collaboration will implement sustainable solutions that will positively impact the livelihoods of communities in the region. IHCL, a prominent Tata Group company with a portfolio of over 300 hotels worldwide, will leverage its resources and expertise alongside the Ambuja Foundation to replicate the successful Kodinar coastal area development model in the adjacent river basin of Rupen in Una and Gir Gadhada. These areas have been identified as critical zones facing water scarcity, salinity,

11th August 2024: FUJIFILM India, the leading company in Healthcare, Imaging, Electronics & Business Innovation, embarked on the “Rooting for a Greener Tomorrow” Tree Plantation Initiative to combat the adverse effect of climate change and do its bit for society with their recent CSR initiative. The initiative towards the environment is deeply rooted in pursuing its Group Purpose of “Giving Our World More Smiles.” This initiative is instrumental in marching towards the Sustainable Value Plan 2030 of FUJIFILM Group wherein the activity took place at the Government School, Jajru covering approximately 44,000 sq. feet of land. Backed by a delegation of 50 volunteers from FUJIFILM India’s head office, the activity witnessed enthusiastic participation from the school staff and the students.

11 August 2024: Empowering communities in the face of growing social injustice lies at the core of inDrive’s identity, embedded in the company’s DNA, business model, and mission. inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, distributed hydration kits to traffic police and local roadside vendors across multiple cities across India, including Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Kolkata, etc. India has been experiencing one of the hottest summers in 2024. While most of us don’t have to spend long hours in the sun, for some, it is not a choice. In our endeavor to express gratitude to our heroes who diligently safeguard our safety and serve us, we at inDrive undertook a small gesture for the tireless traffic police and local roadside

9 August 2024: Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC, has provided advanced audiovisual aids to healthcare professionals at the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine of Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu. This impactful initiative is a testament to Muthoot Finance’s dedication to enhancing the quality of healthcare and training in underserved regions through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Mr. R. Bhagyaraj, Cluster Branch Manager, Chennai South Region, Muthoot Finance, handed over the devices to the healthcare professionals on August 5th, 2024, in the presence of employees of The Muthoot Group, district health officials, and community activists, symbolizing a collective commitment to healthcare excellence. The event was presided over by Dr. Bharanidharan, Deputy Director of Health, Chengalpattu District. Mr.

7 August 2024: The year 2024 marks 75 years of our company’s presence in India, and we are honored to have been part of various nation-building energy projects. Since our inception, we have also actively contributed to society’s sustainable development through corporate social responsibility aligned with U.N. goals—focusing on people, planet, peace, and partnerships. Our initiatives span diverse areas such as diversity and inclusion, education, health, the environment, and collaboration with academia. At Hitachi Energy, we aim to impact lives and create a lasting societal effect. To make a better world today and tomorrow, the company continues to partner with multiple stakeholders to support social and environmental causes. Hitachi Energy India is at the forefront, be it empowering female students,

7 August 2024: Kotak Education Foundation (KEF), the CSR implementing agency of Kotak Mahindra Group, announced 500 scholarships under the Kotak Kanya Scholarship program, doubling the number of scholars as it enters its 4th year, to support higher education of meritorious girls from economically disadvantaged section across India. The scholarship program aims to empower the girl students by providing them with financial support of INR 1,50,000 per year across 4 – 5 years, enabling them to pursue their higher education without financial constraints. Besides Financial assistance, the scholarship facilitates holistic development of the scholars through intensive student engagement and finishing school activities. The response and outcomes from the Kotak Kanya Scholarship in the first three years were truly inspiring and

6th August 2024: 2024 — Sightsavers India has recently received a donation of a Mobile Eye Health Van from Alcon (India), the global leader in eye care, to reach and provide access to eye care to the slum dwellers of urban Bangalore. This partnership is part of an ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by Alcon India, which is committed to helping people see brilliantly. The initiative aims to provide quality eye care services to approximately 7,000 people in these underserved areas. The Mobile Eye Health Van’s inauguration took place at Bangalore Diabetes and Eye Hospital. It was attended by the esteemed Dr. Rajani, Deputy Director-Ophthalmology, Government of Karnataka, and Dr. Shamsundar, Joint Director NPCBVI, Government of Karnataka, along with

5 August 2024: Reckitt, a consumer health and hygiene company, has launched the Dettol School Hygiene Education Programme in Delhi under its flagship campaign, Dettol Banega Swasth India. In collaboration with Jagran Pehel, the social initiative arm of Dainik Jagran, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to implement the campaign across MCD schools in 12 zones of Delhi. The initiative aims to reach 4.5 million beneficiaries, including schoolchildren, teachers, and parents, encouraging and empowering communities to adopt better WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) behaviors and practices. Launched by campaign ambassador Ayushmann Khurrana, the Dettol School Hygiene Education Programme will focus on promoting hygiene practices by training teachers and students and raising

5th August 2024: Embarking on a transformative journey to empower communities at the bottom of the pyramid, leading housing non-profit organization Habitat for Humanity India and Max Estates, a leading Real Estate developer in the NCR region, have forged a partnership to build 50 homes in Haryana. This collaboration represents a collective commitment to instilling strength, stability, and self-reliance among families in dire need of decent shelter. The groundbreaking ceremony for this project was held on 27th July 2024 in Aakera village in Rewari. Over two years, the project will be carried out in two phases. Phase I will concentrate on the completion of 25 homes in Aakera village, while the subsequent Phase II will entail the construction of an additional 25 houses in