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CSR initiative ‘2024 Heritage Awareness through Mud Fort Making Competition’ hosted at Thane

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Heritage Awareness through Mud Fort Making Competition
Thane, India: In a vibrant celebration of Maharashtra’s cultural heritage, Kalpataru, a leading real estate developer, supported Killekars’, dedicated efforts in preserving State’s historic forts. Under Kalpataru’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, series of workshops were organised to create awareness on Forts of Maharashtra, of which the ‘2024 Mud Fort Making Competition’ held especially for students was held at Korum Mall, Thane. This CSR project aimed to promote heritage awareness, engage the community, and foster environmental responsibility.
The competition brought together students from local schools and residents of housing societies as part of the Thane Smart City initiative, encouraging them to participate in the ancient craft of mud fort-making. The activity sought to revive this traditional art form, which has gradually diminished with the rise of technology and digital entertainment. Through hands-on participation, the project aimed to reignite interest in Maharashtra’s heritage and inspire younger generations to embrace local traditions.
A detailed replica of the iconic Raigad Fort—the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Maratha Empire—was created within the mall, attracting significant public engagement and disseminating information on the preservation & conservation of Forts in Maharashtra. This installation paid tribute to the 351st anniversary of the coronation ceremony of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and provided a meaningful way for visitors to connect with Maharashtra’s history.
“Through this initiative, we aim to rekindle interest in Maharashtra’s rich heritage and create a meaningful connection with our roots while creating awareness about safeguarding our monuments for the future generations. We believe in building more than just spaces—we build legacies, and this activity aligns with our commitment to safe, timeless, and sustainable communities,” said Anagha Poojari, CSR Head, Kalpataru Limited
The event also promoted environmental responsibility, focusing on waste management, cleanliness, and sustainability. By involving children and local residents in creative activities, it encouraged participants to adopt sustainable practices and develop a sense of environmental awareness
The partnership between Kalpataru and Killekars reflects their shared commitment to preserving the cultural significance of Maharashtra’s forts. This initiative exemplifies Kalpataru’s philosophy of giving back to the community while keeping traditions alive, providing opportunities for people to come together and celebrate in meaningful ways.
The enthusiastic response from participants at Korum Mall highlighted the power of community-driven initiatives to foster connections and preserve heritage. Such ensure that Maharashtra’s cultural traditions remain vibrant and relevant, allowing them to be passed down to future generations.

 

 

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CSR Project Jalvaibhav 2.0 launched in Kolar, Karnataka

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CSR Project Jalvaibhav 2.0 launched in Kolar
Kolar, India: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, announces the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, ‘Jalvaibhav 2.0’, in the Mulbagal Taluk of Kolar district, Karnataka. The initiative focuses on integrated water resource management to create additional water harvesting capacity, benefiting over 5,000 farmers across 12 villages.
The Jalvaibhav 2.0 project addresses water scarcity and soil health improvement through various initiatives, such as replenishing existing and new water resources, promoting climate-smart agri, and allied interventions. These efforts will directly impact farmers’ income levels while spreading awareness and training on sustainable practices.
Speaking at the launch, Ms. Apurva Rathod, Company Secretary & Chief Sustainability Officer at LTF, said, “At LTF, we aim to empower marginalised farmers in rural communities by fostering sustainable livelihoods and enhancing the ecosystem. Our Jalvaibhav project, started in 2015-16, has been designed to tackle water scarcity and the adverse effects of climate change in Marathwada, and surrounding areas. The initiative aimed to increase water availability and soil moisture while promoting sustainable practices through education and training. As we enter the second phase of this initiative with the launch of Jalvaibhav 2.0, we are taking a pivotal step towards ensuring a water-secure and climate-resilient future. By collaborating closely with the local community, we have implemented this project to create a lasting impact, safeguarding the welfare of our farmers and contributing to the overall growth and development of the region.”
Mulbagal Taluk, located in the Kolar district, has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and scant rainfall, characterised by an average annual rainfall of 760 mm over 50 days. The region’s over-reliance on groundwater has led to severe agricultural challenges, including poor soil quality, erratic monsoon patterns, and frequent dry spells. This has resulted in rapid depletion of groundwater levels, aggravating the existing agricultural issues and highlighting the need to address the three critical components of drought-proofing: ensuring water availability, optimising water use, and securing water entitlements.
In 2015-16, L&T Finance implemented the Jalvaibhav project in rural Maharashtra’s Marathwada region. The project covered 122 villages and benefitted 60,000 farmers, across Osmanabad, Latur, Solapur, Aurangabad, Jalna, and Buldhana districts.
Apart from the Project Prakruti initiative, LTF has been involved in several CSR initiatives in the areas of digital and financial inclusion, disaster management, climate impact management, social inclusion amongst others. In FY24, the Digital Sakhi project in Karnataka, Kerala, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal equipped 7,500 women entrepreneurs with essential entrepreneurship and development skills, along with hand-holding support for establishing micro enterprises. Additionally, immediate relief support was provided to 69,400 beneficiaries affected by floods in Punjab, Haryana, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. Medical facilities were extended to 2,000 train accident victims in Balasore, Odisha, LTF’s partnership with Mumbai police enhanced road safety and traffic management. Additionally, Road Safety campaign for 2-wheelers is being implemented in Delhi NCR.

 

 

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SAIL spends Rs. 161.93 crore for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in FY 24

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Steel Authority of India Limited, also known as SAIL, is a Central Public Sector Undertaking with headquarters in New Delhi, India. The company is under the ownership of the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, recorded a revenue of Rs 105,375 crore for the financial year 2023-24, which is the highest ever for the company. This is an increase from the previous year’s revenue of Rs 104,447 crore.

1. CSR of SAIL

As per Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, the company was required to spent Rs 158.75 crore for the year 2023-24. SAIL has incurred an expenditure of Rs 161.93 crore on CSR activities during the year (including Rs 78.26 crore transferred to Unspent CSR Bank Account).
SAIL’s Social objective is synonymous with Corporate Social Responsibility, as per the company’s annual report. The Company’s goal is to conduct business in a way that benefits the communities in which it operates in social, environmental, and economic dimensions in addition to the business of making steel. The organisation has structured and carried out CSR projects since the time of its establishment with the underlying idea and a credo to make a real difference in people’s lives.
SAIL carries out CSR projects mainly in and around periphery of steel townships, mines and far flung locations across the Country in the areas of Rural Development including maintenance of Model Steel Villages, providing Education, Healthcare, Immunisation, Ante/post-natal care, Access to Drinking Water, Sanitation, Road side tree plantation, Environment Sustainability, Women Empowerment, Assistance to Sr. Citizens & Divyangs, Sustainable Income Generation through Self-Help Groups, Promotion of Art and Culture, etc.

2. CSR of SAIL in Healthcare

SAIL’s extensive and specialised Healthcare Infrastructure provided specialized and basic healthcare to nearly 183.74 lakh people living in the vicinity of its Plants and Units during the period 2011-2024. In order to deliver quality healthcare at the doorsteps of the needy, regular health camps are being organised in various villages on fixed days for the people living in the periphery of Plants/ Units/Mines.
During the FY 2023-24, regular Health Camps have been organized and 5 Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) extended quality healthcare to about 1.80 lakh villagers at their doorsteps in peripheral areas of Plants, Units and Mines. 24 Primary Health centres at Plants exclusively provided free medical care and medicines to more than 84,000 patients during FY 2023-24.

3. CSR of SAIL in Education

To develop the society through education, SAIL is supporting over 77 schools, providing education to more than 40,000 children in the steel townships, 22 Special Schools (Kalyan, Mukul & DAV Vidyalayas) are benefitting around 12026 BPL category students at integrated steel plants and mines locations with facilities of free education, mid-day meals, uniform including shoes, text books, stationery items, school bag, water bottles, etc., under CSR.
More than 450 children from tribal and naxal-affected areas are getting free of cost comprehensive educational facilities viz. Schooling, Accommodation, Meals, Uniform, Textbooks, Infrastructure, etc. at Saranda Suvan Chhatravas and Central School, Kiriburu; Gyanodaya Chhatravas, BSP School Rajhara, Bhilai; Gyanjyoti Yojna, Bokaro, and other schools.
SAIL in association with the Akshaya Patra Foundation, is providing Mid-day meals and dry ration kits to around 60,000 students in over 600 Govt. schools in Bhilai and Rourkela.

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4. CSR of SAIL in Women Empowerment and Sustainable Livelihood Generation

Vocational and specialised skill development training targeted towards sustainable income generation has been provided to 1578 youths and 2369 women of peripheral villages in areas such as Nursing, Physiotherapy, LMV Driving, Computers, Mobile repairing, Welder, Fitter, Electrician training, Improved agriculture, Mushroom cultivation, Goatery, Poultry, Fishery, Achar/Pappad/Agarbati/Candle making, Screen printing, Handlooms, Sericulture, Yarn Weaving, Tailoring, Sewing and embroidery, Gloves, Spices, Towels, Gunny-bags, Low-cost-Sanitary Napkins, Sweet Box, Bans/Jute Shilp, Smokeless chullah making, etc. About 490 youths have been sponsored for ITI training at ITIs Bolani, Bargaon, Baliapur, Rourkela and Bokaro Private ITI, etc.

5. CSR of SAIL in Extending Connectivity & Water Facilities in Rural Areas

Over 79.03 lakh people across 450 villages have been connected to mainstream by SAIL, since its inception, by constructing and repairing roads. Over 8176 water sources have been installed, since inception, thereby enabling easy access to drinking water to over 50 lakh people living in farflung areas.

6. CSR of SAIL in Environment Conservation

Maintenance of parks, water bodies, botanical gardens and plantation & maintenance of over 5 lakh trees in the townships is being undertaken.

7. CSR of SAIL supporting Divyangs and Senior Citizens

Divyang (children/people) are being supported through provision of equipment like-tricycle, motorized vehicles, calipers, hearing aids, artificial limbs, etc. SAIL supports centres and programmes at its Plants like “Schools for blind, deaf & mentally challenged children” and “Home and Hope” at Rourkela; “Ashalata Kendra” at Bokaro; various programs like “Handicapped Oriented Education Program” and “Durgpaur Handicapped Happy Home” at Durgapur; and “Cheshire Home” at Burnpur.
Old age homes are being supported at different Plant townships like “Siyan Sadan” at Bhilai, “Abasar”, “Acharya Dham” at Durgapur, “Sr. Citizens Home” at Rourkela, etc. Series of events were organised across the Company to celebrate the ‘International Day of Persons with Disabilities’ commencing on 3rd December, 2023 in alignment of ongoing ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
The assistive aids & devices like Tricycle, Motorized Vehicles, Calipers, Hearing Aids, Smart Phones, Smart Canes, etc. provided by Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) were distributed among Divyangjans through Plants/Units and Corporate Office at New Delhi of your Company.

8. CSR of SAIL for Sports, Art & Culture:

SAIL is regularly organizing inter-village sports tournaments, extending support to major National sports events and tournaments. Also, supporting and coaching aspiring sportsmen and women through its residential sports academies at Bokaro (Football), Rourkela (Hockey)-with world class astro-turf ground, Bhilai (Athletics for boys), Durgapur (Athletics for girls) and Kiriburu, Jharkhand (Archery). Cultural events like Chhattisgarh Lok Kala Mahotsav, Gramin Lokotsav are organised every year. Bokaro Steel Plant organised Special Olympics Bharat (SOB) under National Sports Preparatory Training Camps and also supported participation expenditure of the selected/trained Divyang athletes for Special Olympics Summer World Games 2023 (SOSWG 2023).

9. CSR of SAIL for Development of Aspirational Districts

In order to provide comprehensive development of both physical and social infrastructure, SAIL has undertaken CSR activities in 6 Aspirational Districts, viz. Kanker, Narayanpur and Rajnandgaon in Chhattisgarh and West Singhbhum, Bokaro, Ranchi in Jharkhand and Banka in Bihar.

 

Lodha commits to Donate Rs 20,000 crore to Philanthropy this Diwali

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Lodha commits to Donate Rs 20,000 crore to Philanthropy this Diwali
Abhishek Lodha has committed to transfer a significant part of the shareholding by him and his family in the listed company Macrotech Developers Ltd. (Lodha / MDL), to Lodha Philanthropy Foundation (LPF) this Diwali.
The donation by the Lodha Group promoter will allow LPF to have an initial corpus of Rs 20,000 crores (USD 2.5 billion). The company said that LPF is a non-profit organization that uses all its income and assets solely for national and social upliftment causes.
Abhishek Lodha, MD & CEO of Lodha Group said that LPF will now own 1/5th of one of India’s largest real estate companies, Macrotech Developers.
Commenting on the family’s decision to allocate a significant portion of their wealth to national and social causes, Abhishek Lodha, MD and CEO of Lodha Group, said “About 100 years ago, the Tata family gave a major part of their shareholding in their enterprise to the Tata Trusts. The huge impact of this gift on India and the good work by the Tata Trusts has been a major inspiration for me.”
“We have been scaling up the activities of the Foundation in the past few years and believe that we now have the right programs, leadership, and team, to enable the Foundation to make a meaningful difference to the Hon’ble Prime Minister vision of India becoming a developed nation by 2047. The Lodha Philanthropy Foundation represents the dreams of all 1.5 billion Indians and from today onwards, all of India will be a partner in, and benefit from, the growth and success of Lodha Group and Macrotech Developers. In the spirit of jan bhaagidari, this is our humble contribution to nation building,” he added.

Lodha Philanthropy Foundation (LPF)

LPF is the philanthropic arm of the Lodha Group. The organisation has 4 key focus areas – women, children, environment, and Indian culture.
LPF’s current initiatives include Lodha Unnati which is focused on increasing female participation in India’s workforce driven by the belief that women’s economic empowerment is both economically and socially critical. The program works with a large number of corporates to make conditions conducive for female employees. Simultaneously, it works with female workers to upskill them and give them the tools to do justice to both work and family commitments.
Institute of Applied Mathematics (IAM) is another initiative by LPF that is modelled after the Fields Institute in Toronto (Canada). IAM, which focuses on encouraging top mathematical minds of Indian and non-Indian origin to do high-quality research.
Lodha Genius Programme by LPF focuses on helping the brightest children from across India, irrespective of income background, achieve their fullest potential by fulfilling their key requirements – including financial, mentoring, infrastructure, as well as advanced learning. The program identifies and supports children from middle school upto their 1st job and while doing so, seeks to imbibe a spirit of giving back to nation and society in these bright minds. The program works with eminent academics including Nobel Laureates, as well as leading institutions such as Ashoka University.
LPF’s Justice Gumanmal Lodha Scholars Program is inspired by the legacy of Late Chief Justice Guman Mal Lodha who rose to prominence in Judiciary and Politics from extremely humble beginnings. The Scholars Program supports meritorious Indian students study at the top global institutions for their undergraduate and post-graduate programs. While not being a requirement, it encourages these bright minds to come back to India after completing their education and support India’s development. The program offers scholarships of upto US$100,000 per year to a qualifying scholar covering tuition as well as incidental expenses. The program has been initiated at Harvard University, and further plans to partner with 10 top global institutions over the next few years.
As part of its sustainable initiative, the foundation has tied up with Rocky Mountain Institute, USA (RMI) to achieve net zero in the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Lodha seeks to transition the built environment (buildings and infrastructure) in India to become net zero on carbon (and other GHG) emissions at the earliest. As a result, of this partnership, Lodha has already achieved net zero emissions on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and is actively working on a significant reduction in Scope 3 emissions. In addition, Lodha now carries out ~99% of its construction activities using renewable power and recycles ~99% of waste water at its developments. Lodha is now rated amongst the top 10 real estate developers globally for its sustainability practices.
Macrotech Developers, also known as t Lodha Developers, has delivered around 100 million square feet of real estate and is developing more than 110 million square feet under its ongoing and planned portfolio.

‘Green Environment Together’ CSR Initiative achieves a significant milestone in its sustainability vision by planting 50,000 trees in 5 years

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‘Green Environment Together’ CSR Initiative achieves a significant milestone in its sustainability vision by planting 50,000 trees in 5 years
Reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability, Canon India announced the successful plantation of 50,000 trees under its ‘Green Environment Together’ (GET) initiative. Launched in July 2019, the GET Initiative represents a significant step towards fostering a greener future. Through this program, Canon India plants a tree for every laser copier or multi-function device (MFD) sold to its direct customers.
Since its inception, Canon India committed to planting over 10,000 trees annually. Staying true to this commitment, the company has planted 50,000 saplings in five years. Each tree represents the trust that customers have in Canon’s high-quality laser copier based Multifunctional Printers. Additionally, in 2020, the Environmental Committee of Canon Inc. (Japan) honored the GET Initiative for its contributions to environmental sustainability.
Commenting on this milestone, Mr. Toshiaki Nomura, President & CEO, Canon India, said, “At Canon India, the spirit of giving back to society is deeply embedded in our corporate values. Alongside delivering world-class products and services, we have remained committed to safeguarding the environment and fostering the holistic development of communities on the lines of our corporate philosophy of ‘Kyosei’. Through our flagship ‘Green Environment Together’ initiative, we were successful in creating an ecosystem in association with our direct customers by planting a tree for every laser copier based Multifunctional Printers sold to them. We are delighted to celebrate this significant milestone in our ‘Green Environment Together’ (GET) initiative, having planted 50,000 saplings in less than five years since its launch. This initiative empowers us to partner with our customers in building a greener and more sustainable future.”
In a bid to enhance the tree plantation initiative, Canon India also introduced geotagging allowing customers to track and engage with their contributions more closely. The certificates issued to customers will continue to include a QR code, which, when scanned, directs them to a virtual forest page. By simply entering their company name, they can access all the geotagged details of the trees planted on their behalf, providing a more interactive and transparent experience.
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. C Sukumaran, Senior Director, Product & Communication, Canon India said, “As a leader in the printing segment and as a socially responsible organization, we believe it is essential to balance our business impact on the environment, ensuring our contributions benefit both the industry and the planet. While we continue to impact our customers with innovative technologies and solutions, we have also made great strides in our “Green Environment Together’ initiative, thereby highlighting our commitment to sustainable business. Every tree we plant on the sale of a laser copier based Multifunctional Printers through GET initiative is a testament to the trust our customers place in Canon. Without their unwavering support, these milestones and our continued leadership would not have been possible.”
 In addition to GET initiative, Canon’s range of eco-friendly business offerings help reduce the carbon footprint on the environment through low electricity consumption. These products are a boon across industries ranging from SMEs to Large Corporates laser copier based Multifunctional Printers and can help bring the next wave of supremacy and conscious customer offerings.
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CSR Initiative ‘Ek Muthi Chawal’ to Support Around 20,000 Children

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SMFG India Credit (SMICC), a leading non-banking financial company initiated its employee centric initiative, ‘Ek Muthi Chawal’. The initiative allows employees of SMFG India Credit an opportunity to spread festive cheers by donating rice, wheat and pulses which will help feed children and elderly in old age homes for a month. Donations received during this initiative go directly to a partner NGO and are utilised to benefit children and elderly people.
The company has set an ambitious target for the 5th edition of Ek Muthi Chawal with the aim to donate 60,000 kg of rice, grains & pulses by over 12,000+ employees across 21 states. The contribution is expected to benefit around 20,000 children providing them essential nutrition for a month.
Over the past four editions, the company has managed to widen the reach of the initiative with consistent growth in participation from the employees and impact year after year. Collectively over the past 4 editions, we have provided essential nutrition to over 50,000+ children for a month with employee participation rising from 5,000 employees to over 10,500 employees.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr Swaminathan Subramanian, COO, SMFG India Credit, said: “‘SMFG India Credit has continually demonstrated its commitment to social value creation and community welfare. Our belief is that small actions can lead to significant change and through Ek Muthi Chawal, our employees collectively donate for a meaningful cause and spread festive cheers across the country by bringing a smile on the faces of the children.  This initiative represents one of the core values of SMFG India Credit, where giving back to the society is as important as achieving our business goals.”
Additionally, personnel from our parent company SMFG are also participating in the initiative as part of their “Shaka Kaichi Day” celebration, where they will donate rice to further enhance the impact of the program.
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Foundation of a Leading Bank launches rural livelihood project in Madhya Pradesh

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Foundation of a Leading Bank launches rural livelihood project in Madhya Pradesh
Axis Bank Foundation (ABF) and Action for Social Advancement (ASA) announced the launch of the Sustainable Livelihood Programme (SLP) in Madhya Pradesh to enhance livelihood of 60,000 rural households, predominantly small landholders who belong to tribal and marginalized groups. The programme will span across 350+ villages in six districts namely – Jhabua, Alirajpur, Badwani, Shahdol, Anuppur, and Umaria. This 5-year long initiative aims to empower the rural communities in the region with comprehensive livelihood enhancement strategies focused on agriculture, natural resource development, and community institution building.
This partnership builds upon the multi-stakeholder model, adopted during the previous phase of the programme 2017-2021, to further develop stable and sustainable water resources and agriculture production systems, and build resilience against climate change risks. The project will develop a strong agriculture value chain (AVC) of sustainable products and leverage the existing linkages with collectives such as Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) through government schemes to create a multiplier effect in the local rural economy. This programme will build on the success of the previous phase that positively impacted over 55,000 rural households across Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
Key highlights of the programme includes –
– Enhancing income generating opportunities for 60,000 rural households through improved agriculture practices, development of natural resources (land, water, trees), and promotion of horticulture
– Building strong agricultural value chains by expanding farmers’ collectives and developing market intelligence for sustainable and organic products such as cotton, with enhanced technology-based traceability systems
– Strengthening community institutions, including SHGs, Producers’ Groups, and Gram Panchayats, to ensure sustainable practices and governance
– Facilitating convergence with government schemes for financial resources and technical support to drive long-term rural development
Commemorating the launch of the project, Ms. Dhruvi Shah, Executive Trustee & CEO of Axis Bank Foundation, said, “Our collaboration with ASA marks a pivotal step in prioritizing a deeper understanding of the best practices for agriculture to empower local institutions and equip communities with the knowhow, tools and access to become self-reliant while also shape an ecosystem that secures economic stability. Drawing learnings from the previous phase of the project in the region, we are together cultivating hope for long-term transformation, ensuring that farmers and their extended local communities are positioned to thrive well in the future.”
Ms. G. Jayanthi, Director of Action for Social Advancement, said, “At ASA, we harmonize People, Nature, and Economy within agricultural ecosystems to cultivate a thriving Regenerative Production Landscape. In this new initiative, our Livelihood Enhancement Model aims to strengthen both the physical assets of our communities—such as land, water, and trees—and their essential social capital, including institutions, skills, and market connections. By enhancing productive agricultural assets, we provide households with a consistent income, empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and embrace sustainable growth. Strengthening farmer collectives ensures this momentum continues long after the project’s conclusion. Together, ABF and ASA are laying the groundwork for a brighter, more prosperous future in marginalized areas, paving the way for demand-driven development.”
Axis Bank Foundation and ASA are committed to make a lasting impact on rural livelihoods in Madhya Pradesh. This phase will continue to build on the successes of Phase I, ensuring that communities are equipped with the resources, knowledge, and support they need to prosper sustainably.
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CSR: A New Vertical of ‘PCF Ability Connect’

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CSR: A New Vertical of ‘PCF Ability Connect’
Ponty Chadha Foundation, the CSR arm of Wave Group has announced the launch of a new vertical “PCF Ability Connect” on the occasion of the 64th birth anniversary of Wave Group’s founder respected Sardar Ponty Chadha.
This new initiative is aimed to create sustainable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities (PwDs) by bridging the gap between skill sets and job market requirements. PCF’s Ability connect vertical is a volunteer driven program which will explore and map job roles for PwDs across multiple industries by establishing partnerships with companies and match their skills to job roles and develop individual profiles.
Dr Vandana Sharma, Chairperson, Ability Connect, MBCN, PCF said,” Our founder Sardar Shri Ponty Chadha Ji believed in his mission of giving back to the community. Building up to his legacy, we at MBCN and PCF are steadfast in providing every possible resource to uplift the underserved sections of our society. With the launch of our Ability Connect program I believe together; we can create a more inclusive and supportive community for persons with disabilities. The PCF invites everyone to participate in this initiative and contribute in any way they can.”
Likeminded volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in the program and contribute whatever skill/resource/opportunity one can provide to a person with disability to be financially independent and lead a life with dignity.
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CSR: Innovation Empowering School Children

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CSR: Innovation Empowering School Children
Orion Innovation (“Orion”), a leading digital transformation and product development services firm, reaffirms its commitment to supporting local communities in India through its OI Empower program, a CSR initiative that leverages technology education to empower underprivileged youth. This initiative will benefit students from the Corporation Higher Secondary School in Udayampalayam, Coimbatore.
OI Empower, Orion’s flagship CSR initiative, is dedicated to expanding access to quality education and technological resources for underprivileged communities, driving meaningful growth and development. Through a series of impactful projects, OI Empower aims to enhance learning environments and provide students with essential skills to succeed in the digital era. Alongside establishing a new computer lab, Orion employees and their families will volunteer at the school, offering expert coaching in key tech areas where our engineers excel, ensuring students receive guidance and support tailored for the digital landscape.
During the inauguration, Arun Paul, Head of Human Resources at Orion Innovation, expressed his satisfaction in leading this initiative. “We are proud to launch our technology enabled computer lab for underprivileged children, reflecting our commitment to positively impacting the community. 
By providing access to advanced technology and resources, we aim to enhance their education and help students gain important skills for the future. This initiative is about preparing them for success in a digital world.”
Funded by Orion Innovation, this newly upgraded smart computer lab is equipped with desktop computers, smartboards, and UPS systems, enabling virtual interactions and immersive learning experiences. This setup represents a substantial improvement over the school’s previous basic arrangement of chairs, tables, and outdated, non-functional computers, now offering students an enhanced and continuous learning environment.
At the launch, Mr. Ramesh Babu Muthuvel, Vice President of Orion Innovation, stated, “We are excited to inaugurate our new Computer Lab, underscoring our commitment to community service. This state-of-the-art facility will provide access to technology and training programs to enhance digital literacy, thereby making a positive impact on the education of children in underprivileged areas. The dedication and enthusiasm of our employees and their family members, who volunteered to teach STEM subjects and life skills over the weekends, fill us with immense pride.”
Orion Innovation remains committed to supporting local communities and fostering sustainable growth through its corporate social responsibility programs, continuing to focus on creating a meaningful impact on society.
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CSR: Anil Agarwal Foundation Partners with Government of Goa to Create a Rabies Free State

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CSR: Anil Agarwal Foundation Partners with Government of Goa to Create a Rabies Free State
The Anil Agarwal Foundation (AAF), the social impact arm of Vedanta, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sankhali Municipal Council, Government of Goa, aimed at making the state rabies-free. This initiative will be realized through AAF’s flagship animal welfare project, The Animal Care Organization (TACO), which will establish a state-of-the-art animal welfare centre in Bicholim Taluka.
This centre will be situated on two acres of land provided by the Sankhali Municipal Council and is a significant step toward eradicating rabies and enhancing animal welfare services throughout the region. The project will be rolled out in phases, starting with an Animal Birth Control (ABC) centre that will offer spaying and neutering services for stray dogs and cats, alongside essential anti-rabies vaccination drives.
The Govt of Goa has been consistently putting efforts in curbing rabies, the need for which arose due to the rising stray dog population, presenting challenges for both the community and the welfare of the strays.  As per the 20th livestock census, there was a 70.68% rise in stray dogs to 27,864 in Goa, as compared to the previous census. Stray dogs often post public health risks by spreading diseases like rabies and causing injuries. Attacks on humans, particularly children and the elderly have been reported. By effectively managing the stray animal population, TACO aims to complement the state’s efforts to achieve a rabies-free Goa.
The ABC centre by TACO will feature dedicated pre-operative and post-operative care areas, ensuring safe procedures and comprehensive recovery for animals. Following this, the centre will expand to include a fully equipped veterinary hospital with an Outpatient Department (OPD), Operating Theatres (OT), and advanced diagnostic services, ensuring that animals receive the best possible medical care.
In addition, the animal welfare centre will house a training facility designed to promote knowledge-sharing and capacity-building among veterinarians, para-vets, animal welfare enthusiasts, NGO partners, and local communities. This initiative empowers individuals to take active roles in animal care and well-being, reinforcing our commitment to a preventive approach to health.
Dr. Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, highlighted the transformative nature of this collaboration, stating, “I am pleased to know that the Sankhali Municipal Council has signed an MoU today with the Anil Agarwal Foundation, to address issues concerning the welfare of stray dogs and cattle as well as other health related concerns. As part of this initiative, the Sankhali Municipal Council will provide a dedicated shelter for conducting sterilization procedures for stray cattle. This program will also include care and treatment for stray dogs and cats, with facilities for birth control measures. I urge other municipalities and communities to follow this example and provide the necessary spaces to facilitate such efforts. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Anil Agarwal Foundation for pioneering this significant initiative, the first of its kind in Goa. By coming together, we can create a more comprehensive approach to animal welfare across the state.’
Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc Ltd and Non-Executive Director of Vedanta Ltd, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of community involvement: “We are proud to partner with the Government of Goa in establishing a comprehensive animal welfare centre. This initiative exemplifies our unwavering commitment to advancing animal healthcare and fostering community-led change across India. Together, we aspire to create a sustainable model that benefits both animals and the communities that support them. Our collective vision is to make Goa a rabies-free state, and we are determined to see this project through.”
The establishment of the animal welfare centre reflects TACO’s dedication to a holistic ‘One Health’ approach, recognizing the interconnected health of animals, people, and the environment. This initiative builds on TACO’s extensive efforts across India, including projects in Haryana, Rajasthan, and Assam, focusing on sterilization, vaccination, wildlife conservation, and establishing shelters and veterinary care programs.
TACO’s shelter in Faridabad, Haryana, currently provides care for nearly 170 animals, including cows, bulls, and dogs, focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and advanced veterinary care. Recently, TACO unveiled a multi-specialty veterinary hospital in Faridabad and operates Mobile Health Van and ambulance services. Additionally, TACO is upgrading the Government Veterinary Hospital in Gurugram, Haryana, into a 24×7 multi-specialty animal hospital equipped with an ABC unit, laboratory, pharmacy, training centre, and shelter.
In the fiscal year 2023-24, TACO impacted over 148,200 animals through its various services and interventions across the Vedanta Group and beyond, underscoring Vedanta Group’s commitment to animal welfare and community health.
Vedanta Ltd, one of the world’s leading critical minerals, energy and technology companies, through its subsidiary Sesa Goa has an operational presence in the state of Goa. A prominent Indian iron ore miner that has expanded into pig iron, coke, and clean energy production, Vedanta Sesa Goa is known for its low-cost iron ore production.  The company is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, and it has been able to create a tremendous impact through meaningful interventions in sports, education, healthcare, women empowerment, community infrastructure, and skill enhancement in the state of Goa. The animal welfare centre by Anil Agarwal Foundation will be an addition to Vedanta’s CSR initiatives in the state.
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