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Healing at the Grassroots: Muthoot Finance’s CSR Blueprint for a Healthier India

In a vast and diverse nation like India, quality healthcare remains an uphill battle for many, particularly in rural and marginalised segments of society. This is an action area where the corporates can step up with responsibility to fill in the gaps. On the sideline of World Health Day, it is necessary to appreciate the brands that have realised this need and are working towards meeting this need on the ground. Making Preventive Healthcare Accessible to All One of the key CSR activities of Muthoot Finance in the healthcare segment is the ‘Muthoot Snehasraya’ initiative. The initiative aims at providing free prevention and early detection of lifestyle diseases to underprivileged communities. It has shown outstanding progress as of FY25 and

HEALTHCARE REACHES THE UNDERPRIVILEGED THROUGH CSR

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure on the annual theme of Health & Nutrition is on an uptrend, with an increasing thrust on meeting the healthcare and nutritional outcomes of women and children. Governments globally strive to ensure that a sustainable healthcare system must be established nationally to improve people’s quality of life by addressing various health issues. The World Health Organization (WHO) underscores a monumental investment in health, yet a growing wave of indifference threatens to undermine the fabr ic of our interconnected health ecosystem. As nations navigate the turbulence of polarisation and isolationism, the imperative for global health equity has never been more acute. Here, Corporate Social Responsibility’s role in the Healthcare and Nutrition of women and children becomes

Sunteck Realty invests in change, promotes healthier communities, and creates awareness on menstrual health and wellbeing

17th May 2024: Sunteck Realty renowned for its commitment to excellence and sustainability, empowered 1,000 adolescent girls promoting menstrual health awareness at various municipal schools. Mentoring menstrual health care and hygiene can help women and girls from underprivileged backgrounds continue their education, maintain their health, and preserve their dignity. The National Family Health Survey (2020-21) highlights that over 30% of women in India aged 15 to 24 do not use hygienic methods of protection during their menstrual cycles. An alarming estimate suggests that each year, 20% of girls in India discontinue their education due to a lack of access to quality menstrual products. Additionally, 40% of girls are reported to miss school days during their periods, a situation exacerbated by

To provide Nutritious Meals to Cancer Patients and their Families, mPokket joins forces with Roti on Wheels

16th May 2024: In line with its sustained commitment to community welfare and corporate social responsibility, mPokket has set a benchmark via its latest CSR initiative. Demonstrating compassion and solidarity, mPokket partnered with Roti on Wheels to distribute hot and hygienic meals to cancer patients and their families in Kolkata. mPokket and Roti on Wheels are serving nutritious food such as freshly made Roti and Sabji, with fresh fruit, to help those in need, near Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata every Thursday and Friday. The teams have been providing approximately 300-400 meals per day, totaling 3000+ meals throughout the month. This initiative aims to address the nutritional needs of more than 3000+ individuals and their families, who often face immense

Maruti Suzuki and Zydus Sitapur Hospital join forces to deliver high-quality cardiac care to residents of nearly 400 villages around MSIL’s Gujarat facility

15th May 2024: A CSR initiative of Maruti Suzuki completes one year of serving the community with advanced cardiac care facilities and ensuring access to critical tertiary care in the region with the help of Zydus Sitapur Hospital. It was established with an investment of Rs. 5.6 crore, the Cath Lab is fully funded by Maruti Suzuki under the company’s CSR initiative. Equipped with cutting-edge medical infrastructure and managed by a team of expert healthcare professionals, the hospital offers several advanced clinical facilities such as General Medicine, Orthopedics, Trauma, Gynecology, Urology, Nephrology, and Dialysis. The Cath lab was introduced in April 2023. Speaking on the successful completion of the first year of the Cath Lab, Mr. Rahul Bharti, Executive Officer

LG Electronics India joins forces with the Indian Cancer Society to expand their ‘Together against cancer initiative’

9th May 2024: LG Electronics India continues its comprehensive Cancer Support and Treatment CSR Program with the aim of detecting cancer at an early stage. The program is built on the success of LG’s ‘Together Against Cancer’ initiative launched in February 2024 in collaboration with Indian Cancer Society (ICS). The objective of the partnership is to support for cancer awareness, treatment and diagnosis to the underprivileged, offer comprehensive education on cancer and its ramifications, raising awareness regarding late effects and the significance of early detection. Along with this, the aim is to foster support groups for survivors and their families, and ultimately enhancing the quality of life for patients, post-treatment. The program aims to conduct 182 cancer screening camps for

WORLD TOILET DAY

Urging small yet mighty steps to Sanitation An integral part of good public health is access to toilets. The hummingbird is the symbol for 2023 for World Water Day and World Toilet Day. Ancient folklore has the tale of a hummingbird carrying droplets of water to fight fires and even though the actions are small it contributes effectively to a larger picture and resolves a big problem. The theme of placing a hummingbird seeks to inspire people to take up personal or individual actions however small they may be and help improve the sanitation systems of which toilets form a crucial aspect. This is also working towards the compliance of Sustainable Development Goal 6: safe toilets and water for all

CELEBRATING THE ELDERLY ON THE 1ST OF OCTOBER

The 1st of October every year marks The International Day of Older Persons. This day dates back to 1990 and has its origins in the United Nations General Assembly resolution that was adopted in that year. Subsequently, it was first observed in the year 1991, with the aim of raising an awareness of the challenges and issues that are faced by older persons all across the world. The United Nations has declared the present decade from 2021-2030 ad the Decade of Healthy Ageing. The promotion and protection of the rights of older individuals coupled with mobilizing advocates to champion their cause and their rights is a prime focus of this platform. With elder abuse on the rise, living with dignity

From stigma to empowerment:Redefining the perception on menstrual hygiene

Menstruation is a natural and crucial part of a woman’s life and undeniably, it has long been shrouded in stigma and misconceptions. From ancient times to the present day, menstruation has been subject to unjust restrictions and prejudices, perpetuating a culture of inequality. However, the emergence of World Menstruation Day has provided a platform to challenge these taboos, address menstrual hygiene, and acknowledge equality. This global initiative has paved the way for significant progress in breaking down barriers and empowering women worldwide. Since ancient times, menstruation has been regarded as impure, leading to the imposition of restrictions on women during their menstrual cycles. Women were, and at some point, they are still forbidden from entering kitchens or participating in religious practices,

Collecting Stories through Deep Listening: Solutions for creating Safe and Healthy spaces for vulnerable women and children in India

Ms. Sandhya Naidu Janardhan Founder and Managing Director of Community Design Agency Parveen Shaikh, who is a social worker and community leader was born and raised on a footpath in Sewri in Mumbai. And in 2007, her family which included her husband and two little boys was allocated a home by the city in a residential complex called Natwar Parekh Colony. Even to this day, her face lights up when she talks about the first time she set foot in her new apartment, and how she immediately went to look for the toilet. She was finally relieved of not having to worry about going by the railway tracks which was very unsafe. More importantly she was happy that she could

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