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Complete CSR Report of Canara Bank in India FY 23-24

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Canara Bank is a public sector bank under the control and ownership of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. The bank was founded by Shri Ammembal Subba Rao Pai in July 1906, at Mangalore, Karnataka. After nationalization in 1969, the bank attained the status of a national level player in terms of geographical reach and clientele segments. In June 2006, the Bank completed a century of operation in the Indian banking industry.
CSR is not applicable to Canara Bank as per Section 135 of Companies Act. However, as a responsible organization, the bank has adopted a strategic approach towards CSR and contributes to the upliftment of the society and environment.
As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility, Canara Bank aims to integrate environmental, social and governance objectives, established in line with national priorities for inclusive development.
Major CSR initiatives of the bank include training unemployed rural youth, providing scholarship to meritorious underprivileged girl students, renovation of schools and providing infrastructural facilities to the needy educational institutes, providing primary healthcare especially in remote and backward areas, arranging for clean drinking water, undertaking various community development initiatives, empowerment of women, Swachh Bharat, sports and other social initiatives. While development and welfare programmes in India address all the citizens, the primary focus is on the disadvantaged, marginalised and excluded.
The bank also implements sustainable initiatives like installation of solar panels, solar power plants, grids etc. for environment protection.

Highlights

The CSR initiatives of Canara Bank are focused mainly at the grassroot development of underprivileged/underserved / underdeveloped population. The bank is involved in organising various activities under our Corporate Social Responsibility, under different sectors, like, Health, Education, Poverty Eradication, Rural Development, Environmental Protection, Swacch Bharat etc.
During the FY 2023-24, under the Sustainable Development & Corporate Social Responsibility (SD &CSR) initiatives of the Bank, the Bank has spent Rs 70.09 crore on various sectors like Skill Development, Financial Inclusion, Women Empowerment Activities, Education, Environment Protection, Health, Poverty & Nutrition, Persons with Disability, Rural Development, Swachh Bharat, Sports & other sectors.
Canara bank has sponsored and co-sponsored 74 training institutes, which have trained more than 12.44 lakh unemployed youth so far, with a settlement rate of 74 percent.
The Bank has donated four ‘Retail Mobile Marketing Vans’ to assist women entrepreneurs, SHGs and artisans to market their products.
The Canara Vidya Jyothi Scholarship scheme aims to empower underprivileged meritorious SC/ST Girl Students. During FY 2023- 24, 17992 students have been benefitted, utilizing a total amount of Rs 8.00 crore.
Major initiatives of the Bank under CSR have been the setting up of Trusts and Institutions which have created an impact in serving the people and society at large. These include Canara Centenary Rural Development Trust and Canara Financial Advisory Trust.
The bank continues to actively fund and also involve in the activities of these Trusts under its CSR. In addition, Canara Bank has facilitated setting up of Canara Golden Jubilee Education Fund and Canara Relief & Welfare Society.
The bank has also been partnering with likeminded organisations for CSR activities in the area of livelihood creation, education, health and environment and participated in meaningful activities.

Education

Canara Bank has taken up several initiatives to promote education and skill development across the country. It has contributed towards providing infrastructure to schools, books and school essentials for students, setting up of Digital classrooms, computer laboratories, libraries etc.

adolescent girls in India

Canara Vidya Jyothi Scheme

The Scheme is formulated to provide scholarship to meritorious underprivileged girl students since 2014-15. The Scheme is implemented through the Rural, Semi-Urban and Urban branches of the bank.
The scholarship amount is Rs 2500/- each for students from class 5th 6th & 7th and Rs 5000/- each for students from class 8th 9th & 10th standard. During FY 2023- 24, 17992 students have been benefitted, utilizing a total amount of Rs 8.00 crore as per the bank’s annual report.

Financial Literacy Centres

Canara Bank has set up Canara Financial Advisory Trust (CFAT) in 2010 for spreading financial literacy through Financial Literacy Centers across the Country. During FY 2023-24, 23,817 FLC camps were conducted wherein 20,41,190 persons were educated and 1,15,651 persons were counselled claims the bank’s annual report.

Healthcare

The bank has financed for providing Hi-tech ambulances in rural areas, providing basic healthcare facilities like hemodialysis unit in Androth Island of Lakshwadeep and supporting Cachar Cancer Hospital at Silchar, which provides free treatment for cancer patients. The bank has also supported Civil Hospitals and Government hospitals with ambulances, surgical equipment etc. and provided ICU ventilators, Ultrasound machines to Satya Sai Sarala Memorial Hospital to serve the downtrodden villagers in rural areas of Karnataka.

Poverty and Nutrition

The bank has undertaken various initiatives to alleviate poverty and improve nutrition in the country. Bank has taken initiatives to provide food & nutrition to underprivileged people through temples, orphanages, old age homes etc.

Environmental Protection

The bank has undertaken initiatives to protect the environment and promote sustainability. Bank has implemented green initiatives, such as installation of solar panels, solar power plants, grids, water harvesting systems, bio gas plants in Govt. Schools, Universities, Panchayats etc. to promote environment protection. Bank has also assisted in distribution of 40,000 coconut trees in the cyclone affected areas of Odisha.

Water and sanitation

The bank has taken up initiatives to support the Swachh Bharat Mission, such as building girls toilets in rural areas, providing water purifiers in schools etc. Under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Bank has provided vehicles for garbage collectors and setting up of bio waste processing units & portable sewage water treatment units.

Persons with Disabilities

The bank has taken initiatives to empower PWDs by financing Braille Resource Centres and by providing wheel chairs, foot abduction braces, assistive devices, transportation van to children with special needs.

Rural Development

The bank has undertaken initiatives to promote rural development and security by strengthening of Kotwal Cadre through activation of 200 Local Service Centers by providing Pre Fabrication Rooms and Furniture under CSR activity. Canara Bank has set up training institutes like Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs) to provide self-employment training and credit to rural entrepreneurs.
As part of Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the bank has set up Self-Employment Training Institutes for Skill Development (38 RSETIs, 3 ATIs & 5 CBIITs) across the country for skill & entrepreneurship development of people from marginalised section of society. These RSETIs impart free skill development training to poor people and build their capacity for gaining sustainable livelihood. The bank is also co-sponsoring 27 RUDSETIs across the country.

Women empowerment

As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the bank has set up a Women Empowerment Section at its Head office in Bengaluru. The bank has also formed the Centre for Entrepreneurship for women, at 24 of its Circle Offices across India, which offer counselling services to women, both existing and prospective entrepreneurs, organises seminars on important topics related to women’s issues, conduct Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Development Training programmes, Entrepreneurship Awareness programmes and also organise exhibition-cum-sale of products manufactured by women entrepreneurs.

Sports

Sports initiatives were undertaken this year for implementation of District level sports through all Circle Offices and Regional Offices across India.

Conclusion

Canara Bank spent Rs 70.10 crores on CSR activities in the financial year 2023-24.

The Ultimate CSR Report of Adani Enterprises Limited

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Hency Thacker
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Adani Enterprises Limited is a flagship company of the renowned Adani Group, led by Mr Gautam Adani as Founder and Chairman. The company works to identify opportunities and establish new businesses in the Natural Resources, Transport & Logistics, Utility and Strategic segments. Over the last three decades, the company has expanded its presence and tapped into major key industries, establishing itself as a formidable force. The company has been contributing to nation building by contributing to economic development through its profit-making enterprises, and to social development through its CSR initiatives.
Adani Enterprises, under the leadership of Shri Gautam Adani, has been consistent in demonstrating the group’s unwavering belief of importance of balancing the financial success and societal welfare. The company, through Adani Foundation has been carrying out CSR initiatives in the areas of Education, Community Health, Sustainable Livelihoods, Community Infrastructure, and Skill Development
In our #LetsTalkCSR series, let us explore the CSR initiatives of Adani Enterprises and understand its role in sustainable development of the country.

1. CSR of Adani Enterprises

Adani Enterprises firmly believes that empowered societies create prosperous nations. The company carries out its CSR initiatives through Adani Foundation with the core philosophy of ‘Growth with Goodness.’ The company aims to ensure equitable and sustainable development of marginalised communities through its CSR initiatives. In FY 2023-24, the CSR expenditure of Adani Enterprises amounted to Rs. 26.06 crores, thus fulfilling its CSR obligation as per the Company’s Act.

2. Adani Foundation

The Adani Foundation is the CSR arm of the Adani Group. The organisation has operations in 19 states and 5753 villages in India. Its activities has impacted the lives of over 7.3 million individuals.
The welfare initiatives of Adani Foundation are designed with an aim to address the diverse needs of underprivileged communities, focusing on key areas such as education, healthcare, safety measures, sanitisation, sustainable livelihood development, and infrastructure development.

Key CSR Initiatives of Adani Enterprises

3. Initiatives in Education

The Adani Foundation actively commits to ensuring the availability and affordability of quality education for a broad spectrum of children. It operates numerous cost-free and subsidized schools across India, implementing a range of projects to enhance both the soft and hard infrastructure of education and its delivery. The foundation reaches out to progressive learners in government schools, providing digital tools and classrooms to enable advanced and simplified learning. Moreover, it actively supports young minds in competitive education through coaching and scholarships for deserving students. Notably, the foundation plays a crucial role in facilitating learning for those left behind through evening classes.

3.1 Adani Vidya Mandir

Adani Vidya Mandir, Surguja, was established in 2013 with the noble vision of imparting free and quality education to meritorious children from the district of Surguja. The school, which began its journey eight years ago with 208 students, houses 734 students from LKG to Class-X. The school, which provides free study materials, uniforms, food and transportation, is acclaimed as a ‘Temple of Knowledge’ in and around Surguja. The CBSE affiliated school is run by Adani Foundation under the aegis of Dr. Priti G. Adani. The serene ambience and lush campus, competent faculty and learner-friendly infrastructure are the attractions at Adani Vidya Mandir.

Adani Vidya Mandir

3.2 Special Coaching Classes

Adani Foundation conducted a free coaching class for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Entrance Examination in Village Karwahi. In the rural tribal area, talented children could not get guidance regarding the entrance examination of Navodaya Vidyalaya, which deprived them of being selected. Adani Foundation arranged free coaching through the audio and video media.

4. Initiatives in Health

4.1 Mumbai airport’s year of medical camps

During the period from April 2022 to March 2023, Mumbai Airport actively organized a series of medical camps dedicated to fostering health and well-being within its community. A total of 2,422 participants engaged in these initiatives, availing themselves of a variety of essential medical services. The airport community’s spirit of giving and compassion was evident in the success of 3 blood donation drives, attracting 1,599 participants.
The diverse health needs of the community were addressed through various specialized camps, including 3 bone density camps focusing on osteoporosis, 3 heart checkup camps, 3 body composition analysis camps, and an eye checkup camp. Community engagement extended beyond the airport staff with the inclusion of 2 free diabetes camps, benefiting taxi drivers, stakeholders, and local residents.
These medical camps not only underscore the airport’s commitment to the health and welfare of its people but also promote a sense of community care and well-being. The active participation and diverse offerings in these camps contribute to creating a healthier and more connected airport community.

4.2 Rural Health Check Camps

Adani Foundation and Wockhardt Foundation ran a programme that provided primary healthcare to 18 villages of Tamnar. With its outreach, the Mobile Medicare Unit system proved instrumental in addressing the needs of disadvantaged communities. The mobile medicare unit is a comprehensive Mobile Medicare Health Programme that provides mobility, affordability, accessibility, availability and awareness.
Adani Rural health check camps
MHCU covered 25 to 40 km from the centre and visited three villages a day. MMU healthcare services included free doctor’s consultation, distribution of medicines, diagnostic tests and referral to other healthcare facilities.

5. Women Empowerment

In the realm of women’s empowerment, the Adani Foundation is guided by the conviction, echoing Gandhiji’s beliefs, that the education of women is paramount for community empowerment. The foundation’s initiatives in women’s empowerment are dedicated to providing opportunities for rural women to effectively exercise their choices and abilities.
In Surguja, Chhattisgarh, the foundation initiated MUBSS, a women’s cooperative designed to empower rural women through skill development and socio-economic progress. Through MUBSS, women have not only gained livelihood support and enhanced skills but have also improved their social status. With monthly incomes ranging from 3,000 to 12,000, these women achieve financial self-reliance, enabling them to acquire personal assets. The project has also catalyzed positive shifts in health practices, such as increased toilet usage and the adoption of sanitary pads, resulting in a reduction in the incidence of diseases.
The impact of the cooperative transcends economic dimensions, extending to social empowerment. Women have gained access to public services, enhanced negotiating power, and improved food security, health, and nutrition. Women’s cooperatives play a pivotal role in facilitating market accessibility, resources, education, and the establishment of inclusive and sustainable business models, thereby contributing to the social and economic development of rural areas. Through its women empowerment initiatives, the Adani Foundation aims to uplift individual women, their families, and entire communities, aligning with its commitment to education and empowerment for all.

6. Assam Floods 2022

In response to the Assam floods of 2022, the Adani Foundation actively provided timely assistance to more than 7,000 victims. Commencing relief efforts on June 27, 2022, immediately following heavy rainfall in the state, the Foundation addressed the significant challenges and distress faced by residents, especially those in rural areas. Numerous individuals, accompanied by their livestock, sought refuge in camps, along roadsides, and embankments due to the devastating floods.
The Foundation focused its efforts on restoring normalcy for those who suffered, swiftly allocating resources to address the most critical needs of the affected communities. Initially identifying the four worst-hit districts—Kamrup, Barpeta, Morigaon, and Darrang, all within 100 kilometers of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA) in Guwahati—the Foundation concentrated on areas with a significant low-income and tribal population.
Following the relief guidelines of the Assam state, the Foundation procured essential relief materials, including food, in collaboration with the respective district administration. The distribution of relief material kits was closely monitored by a team of Guwahati Airport employees, ensuring adherence to local administration records. Panchayats, self-help groups, youth clubs, and other civil society organizations actively participated in the final distribution process. In total, over 7,500 families in Kamrup, Barpeta, Darrang, and Morigoan received relief material kits, each containing items such as rice, pulses, vegetables, cooking oil, spices, biscuits, drinking water, ORS, daily hygiene essentials, tea, sugar, milk, and matchboxes.

7. Sports

Archery Training

In Raigarh’s Tamar area, the Adani Foundation actively empowers tribal children by tapping into their innate talent for archery. The Foundation, through coaching and the provision of necessary facilities, strives to instill a genuine passion for the sport among these children. The training initiative commenced in August 2022 at Government Atmanand School Tamar, where 12 tribal children, including Arti Birhor, embarked on their archery journey. Notably, these children were later selected to participate in divisional, state, and national-level competitions, showcasing their exceptional skills and unwavering dedication.
The Adani Foundation extends support to these children by providing archery equipment, attire, nutritious meals, and transportation. Participation in various competitions has exposed them to large-scale tournaments, fostering a competitive spirit and instilling values of sportsmanship. The Foundation remains committed to diligently coaching these children, ensuring they realize their full potential in upcoming tournaments.
This archery empowerment initiative is an integral part of the Adani Foundation’s holistic social development programs in the tribal-dominated Tamar area. Encompassing education, skill development, healthcare, and infrastructure, this initiative reflects the Foundation’s dedication to nurturing the passion for archery among tribal youth, thereby offering them avenues for both personal and athletic growth.

Conclusion

Adani Enterprises has been taking its CSR initiatives as it takes its business. It focuses on making its initiatives self-sustainable in order to effectively contribute to nation-building and development.

CSR: Ambuja Cements launches After School Programme to help nurture future athletes of India

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The CSR Journal
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CSR: Ambuja Cements launches After School Programme to help nurture future athletes of India
Bengaluru, India: Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is committed to empowering the youth of India. Through CSR efforts, the Company has recently launched a new After School Programme across its operational areas. This programme, designed to identify and nurture sporting talent, has so far been implemented at Ambuja Cements-supported schools around its Bathinda, Chandrapur, Darlaghat and Nalagarh plants.
The After School Programme, in collaboration with ELMS Sports Foundation, provides students with specialised sports training, mentorship, nutrition guidance, and opportunities for growth in various disciplines. It also identifies students who display a passion and potential for excelling in sports, offering them a platform to hone their skills and reach their full athletic potential.
The programme focusses on providing high-quality coaching by experienced professionals, ensuring students receive expert guidance and training. Furthermore, it emphasises the importance of nutrition in achieving peak athletic performance and provides students with personalised nutrition plans and guidance to fuel their training and enhances their athletic capabilities.
The After School Programme further complements Ambuja Cements’ existing sports promotion programme, which already encourages participation in school-level and inter-school competitions and at Khelo India level too. The programme has seen significant success with students from Ambuja-supported schools participating in various disciplines, including athletics, kabaddi, kho-kho, badminton and volleyball.
Several students have also been selected for prestigious Khelo India events. Additionally, Ambuja Cements-supported schools in Chandrapur as well as Ambujanagar have also introduced self-defence training for all children, with a focus on the safety of girls. This year, the Ambuja Cements-supported schools in Bhatapara have also introduced martial arts training.
Ambuja Cements’ dedication to fostering a culture of sportsmanship and empowering young athletes to pursue their dreams is highlighted with the introduction of these new initiatives and programmes. It also focusses on ensuring equal opportunity for all without any biases. These not only help nurture individual talent, but also contribute to the development of a robust sporting ecosystem across the nation.

 

 

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CSR: Investment firm joins hands with the GoSports Foundation to enable sporting excellence in India

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CSR: Investment firm joins hands with the GoSports Foundation to enable sporting excellence in India
Bangalore, India: GoSports Foundation, a pioneering force in Indian sports, has partnered with Rainmatter, a venture fund by Zerodha to support companies working in the area of health, climate & finance. The partnership marks a significant milestone in the foundation’s quest to support India’s athletes and build the national sports ecosystem with capacity, funding and systems.
Rainmatter’s grant will enable GoSports Foundation to focus on enhanced systems and processes, leadership development and legacy-building projects that will drive forward organisational effectiveness and the momentum towards its mission of enabling sports excellence.
Speaking at the launch, Deepthi Bopaiah, CEO of GoSports Foundation said, “We are delighted to have Rainmatter as our partner. The Rainmatter team’s belief in our work reinforces our belief in the importance of sport in the nation-building process and motivates us to jointly create a lasting legacy of sports excellence in India.”
Rainmatter has been a strong advocate of building a “Fitter India”, with this partnership with GoSports Foundation, their commitment to promoting sports and fitness at all levels is further solidified.
Nithin Kamath, Founder & CEO at Zerodha & Rainmatter, stated, “India has sporting talent but we also need to develop systems and processes around coaching and athlete development to make these players truly world class. This needs structured and long-term planning to develop an inclusive & sustainable sports ecosystem in India. Rainmatter is glad to partner with GoSports Foundation and is committed to supporting their efforts to create more athletes in India that all of us can be proud of.”
Over the last 16 years, GoSports Foundation’s mission has been backed by the CSR initiatives of Aditya Birla Capital, AMM Foundation, AT&T, Brigade Foundation, HDFC Bank (Parivartan), Hyundai Motors India Foundation, IndusInd Bank, Infosys Foundation and Sony Pictures Network, among others. The capacity-building grant will aid the GoSports Foundation to make internal investments in its team, technology and systems to enhance its efficiency and impact as it continues its mission to enable sports excellence in India.

 

 

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‘SBI Sammaan – Homage to the National Heroes’ programme launched in Gagode Budruk to pay tribute to ‘Bharatratna’ Vinoba Bhave

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‘SBI Sammaan – Homage to the National Heroes’ programme launched in Gagode Budruk to pay tribute to ‘Bharatratna’ Vinoba Bhave
Raigad, India: Sanjay Prakash, Managing Director of SBI Foundation, today launched ‘SBI Sammaan – Homage to the National Heroes’ program in Gagode Budruk to pay tribute to ‘Bharatratna’ Vinoba Bhave.
SBI Foundation launches ‘SBI Sammaan’ in Gagode Budruk, paying tribute to Vinoba Bhave with key developmental initiatives aimed at uplifting the local community
Sammaan is a unique program series initiated by SBI Foundation to pay homage to some prominent personalities from various parts of the country, by carrying out developmental activities in their native villages. Vinoba Bhave is one amongst the freedom fighters identified for the Sammaan program and various developmental activities are being carried out in Gagode Budruk, his birthplace.
Upgradation of the Government Schools and Anganwadis, installation of drinking water filters, solar street lights, dustbins, and the establishment of a stitching training center are some of the activities which have been initiated so far. Additionally, ‘Vinoba Bhavan’, a community center has been set up for information dissemination and facilitating online services. SBI Foundation has partnered with ANARDE Foundation, a non-profit organization for implementation of this CSR program.
Sanjay Prakash shared, “Sammaan is a unique initiative aimed at honoring renowned freedom fighters, war veterans, and public heroes by carrying out developmental activities in their native places. Vinoba Bhave ji is a towering figure in India’s Independence movement, and we are pleased to pay our humble homage through the Sammaan program in Gagode Budruk.”
Naveen Misra, Deputy General Manager of SBI Mumbai East Zone stated, “Vinoba Bhave pioneered the Boodhan movement for the landless and his ‘Sarvoday’ philosophy is lauded across the world. We are proud to contribute towards the development of his village and hope that these initiatives will benefit the local communities.”
Nita Mahuvakar, CEO of ANARDE Foundation expressed, “This is a novel program, especially given the dire need for such interventions in the area. We extend our gratitude to the Gagode Panchayat and other stakeholders for their support and active involvement in the efforts being carried out in memory of the great visionary from their village.”
Shivaji Phadtare, DYSP Pen, Smt. Savita Kamble ABDO Pen, Smt. Vrushali Patil, Administrator of Gagode Panchayat, Shri. Vijay Diwan of Vinoba Janmasthan Pratishthan and the local communities were present during the event.

 

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CSR Initiative takes quality healthcare to India’s highest altitudes

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CSR Initiative takes quality healthcare to India’s highest altitudes
Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), inaugurated 10 Telemedicine Centres, and launched 4 Mobile Medical Units under its Sparsh Sanjeevani healthcare initiative, covering 4 states and 2 union territories across India. Notably, these healthcare services will now provide easy and quality healthcare services at some of the highest altitudes in India, covering remote and harsh terrains of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh regions, ensuring access to primary healthcare in some of the most challenging geographies of the world.
The Telemedicine Centres and Mobile Medical Units were inaugurated by Shri. Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State – Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, at a special event held at the India Habitat Centre in Delhi.
As part of this initiative, the Telemedicine Centres and Mobile Medical Units will provide essential medical consultation and healthcare services, bridging the gap between healthcare providers and patients in remote and rural regions across the country. With these new additions to the Sparsh Sanjeevani program, HMIF will now operate 50 Telemedicine Centres and 10 Mobile Medical Units across India, catering to a rural population of over 1.3 million nationwide.
Commenting on the inauguration of the Telemedicine Centres and Mobile Medical Units, Mr. Puneet Anand, Vertical Head – Corporate Communication & Social, HMIL, said, “Good health is the cornerstone of holistic development. Aligned with Hyundai’s global vision of ‘Progress for Humanity,’ HMIF’s Sparsh Sanjeevani program is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of people in remote and underserved areas in Bharat. By extending our reach to the highest union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh among other states, the new Telemedicine Centres will ensure access to essential medical consultations and healthcare services to communities living in the most challenging terrains. The specially designed Hyundai Mighty vans that have been transformed into fully equipped Mobile Medical Units, will travel across remote areas, providing proactive diagnostics and medical consultation directly to those who need it the most.”
Flagging-off the next phase of the Sparsh Sanjeevani initiative, Shri. Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State – Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, expressed his appreciation, saying, “I wholeheartedly commend Hyundai Motor India Foundation, TSL Foundation and Karma Healthcare for their dedication to enhancing the well-being of our citizens through this worthy CSR initiative. The introduction of these Telemedicine Centres and Mobile Medical Units is a significant step towards bridging the healthcare gap in remote areas, providing vital medical services and diagnostics directly to those who may otherwise need to travel long distances to avail healthcare facilities. I am confident this initiative will make a lasting impact on the lives of many.”
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CSR: Inauguration of New Dormitory Facility for Intellectually Disabled Female Residents of Adhar NGO

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CSR: Inauguration of New Dormitory Facility for Intellectually Disabled Female Residents of Adhar NGO
BNP Paribas India today inaugurated a new dormitory facility for the female residents of Adhar, a long-standing partner and NGO dedicated to providing lifetime care and support for intellectually disabled adults. This new facility will house over 55 women residents and nearly 18 staff members, furthering Adhar’s mission to offer comprehensive residential care, training, and treatment.
“We embarked on this journey in 2020 to support Adhar in their noble mission to provide lifetime care and support for intellectually disabled adults,” said Sanjay Singh, Head of Territory and CEO, BNP Paribas India. “This new dormitory is a testament to our shared commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in need, and we are proud to be part of such an impactful initiative.”
Adhar has been a pioneer in providing holistic care for intellectually disabled adults for nearly three decades. With two existing branches in Badlapur and Nashik, Adhar serves many residents in need, offering not just physical care, but also psychological and financial support to over 700 parents and guardians across India. The organisation’s third branch, currently under development in the Satara District of Maharashtra, will further expand its reach and impact.
The newly constructed dormitory, funded by BNP Paribas India, reflects the company’s commitment to social responsibility and its support for communities in need. This facility will provide a safe and nurturing environment for the female residents, allowing Adhar to continue its vital work and serve as a role model for similar institutions across the country.
Adhar’s dedication to its residents has been widely recognised, earning the institution accolades such as the ‘Best Institution in Service to the Disabled’ awarded by the Government of India in 2014, presented by Hon. President Shri Pranab Mukherjee. The organisation has also been instrumental in creating employment opportunities for individuals in rural areas, underscoring its role in community development and empowerment.
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एमपी – कुपोषण को खत्म करेगी अदाणी फाउंडेशन

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Rahuldeo Sharma
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Following Kolkata horror, Police enhancing women’s safety across India

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Following Kolkata horror, Police enhancing women’s safety across India
After the horrific rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, police across India are gearing up to enhance safety for women. In a latest initiative, Haryana Police has introduced a new real-time tracking feature on WhatsApp, especially for women who are travelling alone at night. Through this initiative, women in Haryana and Gurgaon can now share their live location on WhatsApp with the police to ensure their safety.

This initiative is part of Haryana Police’s Emergency Response Support System (ERSS). To register, a woman has to dial on the helpline number ‘112’ and share her travel details including her name, mobile number, starting point, destination and expected travel times. The Haryana dial ‘112’ team will then track the woman’s location and stay in contact with her until she reaches her destination.
There is also an option for the female passenger to stay connected with cops over phone call till the time she reaches her destination. During the journey, the team will regularly check with the woman to ensure no security concerns arise, and she feels unsafe, police assistance will be immediately provided.

Bihar Police’s safety initiative for women

To ensure safety of women passengers in 38 districts across the state, Bihar Police has launched an initiative called ‘Surakshit Safar Suvidha’. Under this, women can seek police help by dialling 112 if they feel insecure while travelling. This service will be available free of cost 24 hours.
When any woman passenger calls 112, her journey will be continuously monitored by the control centre of Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) in Patna and the police will assist her in reaching her destination safely.
Initially this facility was launched on September 5 in Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, Begusarai and Nalanda districts. However, now this facility is available across all districts of Bihar. In this way, free service of Bihar Police has started in 38 districts of Bihar.

Satara police’s ‘Abhaya’ initiative for women

Meanwhile, to enhance the safety of women on the roads, Satara Police in Maharashtra is planning to launch an initiative named ‘Abhaya’. Under the initiative, QR codes will be installed in auto rickshaws throughout Satara. Women passengers can connect with emergency services simply by scanning the QR code with smartphones to receive help in any situation.
If a woman scans the QR code, the police helpline will receive her mobile number along with her current location. Following this, police teams from the nearest police station will be deployed for further assistance.
While, initially the police plan to install QR codes in 2,500 auto rickshaws in the towns of Satara and Karad, the QR codes will be installed in auto rickshaws across the district in the next few months. The police will also conduct training sessions on how to use the QR codes effectively.

 

 

HDFC Bank to Boost Incomes of 5 lakh Marginal Farmers by 2025

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HDFC Bank to Boost Incomes of 5 lakh Marginal Farmers by 2025
HDFC Bank has committed to increase the income of 5 lakh marginal farmers earning less than Rs 60,000 annually by 2025, as part of its flagship corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, HDFC Parivartan.

HDFC Parivartan

HDFC Bank’s focus on rural development reflects its continued commitment to fostering sustainable growth and uplifting vulnerable communities. Since its inception in 2014, Parivartan has grown into one of India’s largest CSR programmes, active in 28 states and 8 Union Territories.
Launched in 2014, HDFC Bank Parivartan was established with the vision to contribute to the socio-economic development of communities across India.
With a CSR expenditure of over ₹5,100 crore over the last decade, Parivartan has consistently aimed to empower individuals by creating sustainable livelihoods, fostering sustainable development, and making real-life changes.

Increasing Income of Marginal farmers

Mr. Kaizad M Bharucha, Deputy Managing Director, HDFC Bank said,”The bank, under its CSR initiative, plans to impart skill training to nearly 2 lakh individuals to equip them with capabilities that drive self-sufficiency. Bringing 2 lakh acres of unirrigated land under irrigation, fostering agricultural productivity, and offering scholarships to 25,000 meritorious underprivileged students to improve access to education are some of the initiatives the bank intends to undertake.”
“Economic and financial well-being of society is what every responsible lender should aspire to. Our commitment to this principle is underscored in our CSR programme. Unequivocally, the business of banking is underpinned by trust, and as a responsible lender, the bank stands committed to contributing to nation-building,”he added.
HDFC Bank has reported a CSR spend of ₹945.31 crore for the financial year 2023-24, an increase of nearly ₹125 crore from the previous year.
“With over 65 per cent of India’s population residing in rural areas, we strongly believe that inclusive development can only be attained when the prosperity and livelihood of villages keep pace with growth. We prioritise rural areas for our programmes, and currently, 70 per cent of our initiatives are being implemented in such areas,” said Nusrat Pathan, Head of CSR, HDFC Bank.
Bharucha further mentioned that the bank is working towards becoming carbon neutral by 2031-32.
As part of this initiative, Bharucha said, the bank is focused on reducing its emissions, energy, and water consumption. The bank will continue to incorporate and scale up the use of renewable energy in its operations.
As part of its green initiative, the bank raised USD 300 million through its first-ever sustainable finance bond issue in February this year. The funds are being deployed for green and social loans, including support for MSMEs and electric vehicles (EVs), he added.
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