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CSR programme on School Hygiene Education launched by actor Ayushmann Khurrana in Delhi

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CSR programme on School Hygiene Education launched by actor Ayushmann Khurrana in Delhi
New Delhi, India: Reckitt, one of the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene companies, 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 school children, 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 awareness through various activities in Delhi schools. As part of the campaign, practical sessions will be conducted aligned to “Bajegi Ghanti, Dhulenge Haath” campaign, to educate students on the importance of handwashing. Additionally, hygiene corners equipped with Dettol soaps, sanitizers, and handwashes will be installed.
Poor hand hygiene has significant repercussions on public health in India, particularly affecting children who are more vulnerable to Diarrhoeal diseases. This has far-reaching economic repercussions, including healthcare expenses and lost productivity. The Dettol School Hygiene Education Programme aims to address these issues by promoting good hygiene practices and creating a healthier and safer learning environment, leveraging Dettol’s trusted brand reputation.
Gaurav Jain, Executive Vice President, Reckitt – South Asia, said, “At Reckitt, we are consistently working to build a cleaner and healthier world through initiatives that focus on inculcating proper hygiene practices. The launch of Dettol School Hygiene Education Programme in Delhi is a testament to our commitment to making a positive impact that reaches every corner of our great land. Over the years, the program has successfully created a significant impact, fostering active participation and engagement from children, with strong support from teachers and other stakeholders. By equipping the next generation with the tools and knowledge to maintain good health and hygiene, we aim to drive behaviour change and instill lasting habits among millions of children across India.”
In partnership with Municipal Corporation of Delhi, the initiative is focused on reducing Diarrhoeal diseases among children aged 0-5 and increasing school attendance through a comprehensive hygiene curriculum across Delhi. The goal is to develop children as ambassadors of cleanliness and hygiene, ingraining handwashing as a key aspect of good health.
Sameer Gupta, Executive President & Treasurer, Jagran Prakashan Ltd., said, “The link between hygiene and public health is clearer than ever, yet proper handwashing practices are still lacking in many parts of the country. The Dettol School Hygiene Education Programme is an essential initiative to enhance sanitary practices in schools, homes, and communities by promoting behavioral changes. We are proud to partner with Reckitt and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi in empowering school teachers and students, instilling vital habits that will create a lasting positive impact on our society.”
The programme sensitizes children about six critical occasions for handwashing, including washing hands after defecation and using toilets, before eating, before preparing and serving food, before feeding infants/children, after cleaning a child’s bottom, and after coughing or sneezing during illness. The initiative aims to create a lasting impact on public health and hygiene practices by fostering an enabling environment in educational institutions, empowering teachers as agents of change, and improving students’ knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and practices related to hygiene and sanitation.

 

 

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What are Delhi Government’s new safety guidelines for schools after UPSC aspirants’ death

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What are Delhi Government’s new safety guidelines for schools after
Following the recent unfortunate incident in which three Civil Service aspirants drowned to death in the basement of a coaching institute and one aspirant lost his life due to electrocution, the Delhi Government has issued guidelines to ensure safety and security of school students. The guidelines issued by the Directorate of Education will be applicable to private as well as government/aided schools.
A circular issued by the Government reads, “It is imperative that all schools in the Government of National Capital Territory Delhi (GNCT of Delhi) shall and sure safety and security of students and shall have proper requisite infrastructure in place to avoid any untold incident.”

New Safety Guidelines

Following are the guidelines which every school has to adhere to from now on:
All schools will have to follow the provisions of master plan for Delhi 2021 regarding the use of basement in public buildings.
The basements if any in school buildings shall be used only for permissible activities as per provisions of the master plan and as per the sanction plan.
All gates of the school buildings shall be functional and opened for entry and exit.
The access to the basement shall be properly mark and clearly indicated in the school evacuation plan.
School authorities will have to keep the corridors free from obstructions at all times and ensure smooth passage.
School authorities will have to ensure all necessary steps are being taken to avoid water logging in an around the school premises.
Electrical wirings and fittings including appliance shall be checked and all safety norms be followed to avoid any kind of untoword related incident.
The school shall have all requisite fire safety measures in place.

Delhi Coaching Centre deaths

Three students identified as Shreya Yadav, Tanya Soni, and Nevin Dalvin died after rain water gushed inside of basement of a coaching institute building in Old Rajinder Nagar on July 27. The UPSC aspirants died after being trapped in a basement library at Rau’s IAS Study Circle in Old Rajinder Nagar. The library flooded following a heavy downpour in Delhi on Saturday. A week earlier, another student in Mukherjee Nagar died after he touched an iron gate that was in contact with an open wire.
The Old Rajinder Nagar incident has sparked a political controversy with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party facing criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The Delhi high court has criticised the role being played by Delhi Police into the investigation of the case and has questioned the responsibility of Municipal Corporation of Delhi in the case. The High Court has also indicated that it would transfer the investigation to the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) or the Lokpal.
Meanwhile, Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi has proposed that four libraries should be established in the name of the civil services aspirants who died last month, as per reports.

 

Paris 2024 Olympics: Setting New Standards in Environmental Sustainability

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Hency Thacker
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Setting New Standards in Environmental Sustainability
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are setting a new standard, not only in the athletic excellence but also in environmental conservation. At the opening ceremony of the coveted sports event, leaders from across the world and members of the sports community launched the Sports for Nature (S4N) initiative, aimed at making sports events more eco-friendly.

Sports for Nature (S4N) initiative

Sports for Nature (S4N) initiative is developed with support from key organisations such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The initiative targets the protection of wildlife and natural habitats by 2030, therefore placing nature and wildlife at the forefront of the sports agenda.
The idea behind the initiative is the recognition of the issue that sports events can negatively impact the environment by destroying habitats, causing pollution, and introducing invasive species. The S4N initiative seeks to prevent these issues by protecting sensitive areas, restoring damaged habitats, and adopting eco-friendly practices. This includes avoiding construction in protected areas, designing venues thoughtfully, and collaborating with local communities to safeguard biodiversity.
For example, during preparations for the Paris 2024 Games, organisers evaluated 44 different venues and worked with over 100 experts to develop conservation strategies. At the Golf National venue, temporary structures were relocated to protect important species like Kingfishers and the Common Newt. Fences and signs were installed to secure these habitats. In Marseille, GPS buoys were used to prevent boats from anchoring in fragile seagrass meadows, and some support boats will be electric to reduce pollution.
Athletes participating in the event are also contributing significantly. For instance, British windsurfers and rowers are actively working to control the spread of invasive species, protecting native species and maintaining healthy ecosystems.
The S4N initiative encourages the sports community to be more nature-friendly by adhering to four main principles: conserving important species and habitats, restoring ecosystems, creating sustainable supply chains, and promoting biodiversity action.

Other initiatives to make Paris Olympics the Greenest

To minimize environmental impact, the Games will use existing venues wherever possible. About 95 percent of the facilities will be existing or temporary, following nature protection guidelines and aiming to reduce carbon emissions compared to previous Olympic Games. Apart from this, it has been reported that the Athlete’s Village will use geothermal and solar energy, and only one new venue, the Aquatics Centre, is being constructed with sustainable materials and solar power. Organisers have also committed to double the amount of plant-based food served and implement robust waste management systems to minimise landfill waste.
According to the World Economic Forum, at the Paris Games, the use of electric vehicles and public transportation will be emphasized to reduce emissions from athlete and spectator travel.

CSR: APM Terminals Pipavav’s Healthcare Initiatives Transform Local Communities

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CSR: APM Terminals Pipavav’s Healthcare Initiatives Transform Local Communities
APM Terminals Pipavav has announced significant milestones in its healthcare initiatives, demonstrating the company’s commitment to improving the well-being of local communities.
The port’s 24/7 Advanced Life Support Ambulance (ALS), operational since May 2022, has completed 1,031 medical emergency trips, benefiting 1,292 villagers. Notably, 74% (958) of the beneficiaries are women. The ALS ambulance, dedicated to serving villages in the immediate vicinity of the port including Rampara, Bherai, Shiyalbet, as well as truck drivers, helpers, and migrant workers, has proven to be a lifeline for the community. With its ability to reach emergency sites within six minutes, the ambulance is equipped with a trained emergency medical technician and essential equipment to provide critical care en route to the hospital.
Mr. Girish Aggarwal, Managing Director of APM Terminals Pipavav, commented: “The success of our healthcare initiatives demonstrates our strong commitment to the communities we serve. By providing vital medical services, we’re not just saving lives, we’re contributing to the overall health and resilience of our neighboring villages.”
APM Terminals Pipavav’s healthcare efforts extend beyond emergency services. The company operates a Mobile Health Unit (MHU) that regularly visits Rampara, Bherai, Shiyalbet, Thavi, Divalo, Devpara, and Padar. Staffed with health professionals and equipped with basic medicines and testing kits, the MHU brings primary healthcare to the doorsteps of villagers. Additionally, residents benefit from the Port Medical Centre.
The combined efforts of the ALS, MHU, and Port Medical Centre result in more than 2,000 villagers receiving medical treatment each month.
In collaboration with Sudarshan Netralaya, Amreli, APM Terminals Pipavav also organizes bimonthly eye check-up camps, serving patients from over 70 villages. Since its inception, these camps have benefited more than 5,000 villagers through OPD treatments and facilitated over 1,000 cataract surgeries.
These healthcare initiatives are part of APM Terminals Pipavav’s comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, which focuses on various aspects of community development, including education, environment, skill development, and women empowerment. As APM Terminals Pipavav continues to grow as one of India’s leading gateway ports, it remains dedicated to fostering the well-being of local communities, creating a positive impact that extends far beyond its operational boundaries.
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CSR: Tech Company Launches "Roof of Dreams" Housing Project

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CSR: Tech Company Launches “Roof of Dreams” Housing Project
Experion Technologies, a global leader in product engineering and digital transformation services with over 17 years of industry experience today initiated the “Roof of Dreams” housing project, implemented by Experion Foundation, its CSR arm. The agreement for the construction of the first house was signed at a ceremony held in the Experion office, at Technopark, Trivandrum.
Mrs. Sreeja CS, Nedumangad Municipal Chairperson, and Mr. Pulipara Krishnan, Kollamkavu Ward Councillor, sent their felicitations on the occassion. A distinguished gathering of dignitaries, including Mr. Binu Jacob, CEO and Managing Director of Experion Technologies; Mr. Suresh VP, COO and Co-founder; Mr. Sreekumar Pillai, CTO and Co-founder; Mr. Jaimy Thomas, Co-founder and Director of Service Delivery and Mr. Manoj Balraj, Co-founder and President and office bearers of SCOPE, theCo-operative Society responsible for the project’s construction, was present.
The inaugural beneficiary of this initiative is a young widow with two school-going children.
The house consists of essential amenities, including two bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a living room. Designed with future expansion in mind, these “growing houses” allow additional rooms or floors to be built later.
In addition to providing homes, Experion Foundation plans to plant coconut and various fruit trees on the surplus land and oversee the education and skill development of the beneficiary families’ children. Support groups comprised of local employees will lead these efforts.
What sets the “Roof of Dreams” project apart is its beneficiary selection process. Experion Technologies employees identified the most deserving families, with five beneficiaries selected from nominations submitted by staff. This employee-driven selection model exemplifies modern CSR initiatives.
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IAS Manuj Jindal shares his inspiring journey from NDA to UPSC on our special show ‘India Unplugged’

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Ahana Bhattacharya
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IAS Manuj Jindal shares his inspiring journey from NDA to UPSC on our special show ‘India Unplugged’
Manuj Jindal, an IAS officer of 2017 batch is currently serving in Mumbai as the Joint MD, Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). He is an ex-NDA cadet, where he secured AIR 18 in UPSC NDA exam. He is also a TedX speaker. He has authored a book on UPSC Answer Writing. He also provides guidance to students on his YouTube channel, so they can learn about UPSC preparation.
Jindal is an inspiring leader who’s shaping the future of India. From a small town boy with eyes full of dreams to ranking 53rd in the 2017 UPSC examination, his journey is a testament to determination and passion.
In this exclusive interaction with The CSR Journal, Mr. Jindal shares how his childhood and college experiences fuelled his drive to create a positive change. He also discusses his visionary plans for a healthier and greener India, aiming to make the country cleaner, greener, and to reduce its carbon footprint.

How was your childhood journey?

I have been brought up in a small town called Dadri in Uttar Pradesh. My father was a clerk at Syndicate Bank. When my father got a transfer from the bank and moved to Ghaziabad, I was admitted to an English medium convent school with CBSE board, where the teachers and students communicated only in English. I was studying in a state board school till then and could barely speak English so the first year was very tough for me. Then my father decided to send me to a boarding school. I sat for the first competitive exam of my life at the age of 11, after qualifying I was admitted to a school named Rashtriya Indian Military College in Dehradun, where I studied from 8-12 standard. I got used to a military lifestyle from that age, which included waking up at 5 a.m.

What was your motivation to join Indian Defence Services?

The decision to join National Defence Academy (NDA) was largely motivated by my parents because I developed this desire from the time I started studying in Rashtriya Indian Military College School in Dehradun. Notable people like the Chief of Army staff, Chief of Air staff used to visit us, who would motivate and train us to qualify for the NDA and join the Indian Military. So, I started dreaming of being a part of the Indian Army. I cleared the NDA and even today I consider myself as “Aadha-Fouji” (half-military) because I have experienced 5 years of that life in military school, I have seen their rigour, their discipline, and then I was there for almost a year at the NDA. Unfortunately, I was boarded out of the NDA because of medical reasons. So, I could not pursue this dream of mine and moved towards a civil life.

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) is considered as one of the toughest examinations. How easy or difficult is it to crack UPSC?

The biggest challenge is to understand whether we are able to understand ourselves. That is the real examination. A UPSC or an IIT exam is much smaller as compared to this. While hard work is a must, luck is also a factor while cracking an examination. But there are bigger questions in life which you need to answer. The UPSC exam is not designed to pick up geniuses; it picks up those people who are capable of working in the Indian society, which is complicated. It picks up practical people who can find solutions to a problem; people who have a good general knowledge and awareness. I feel this exam is glorified a lot. This is just like any other examination which you can qualify for if you study 6-7 hours a day and prepare properly.

How do you deal with failure in life?

Failure is very normal in life. First of all we will have to accept the fact that failure is a part of life. You can fail in education, exams; you can also experience failure in personal life, so the best way to handle failure is to never be afraid of it.

How do you handle societal pressure?

I remember at one point of time, I had put the society on ‘mute’ when I was experiencing societal pressure. I don’t seek the opinion of others except people who are very close to me. If I make a career decision or life decision, the risk is also mine. I avoid listening to naysayers.

As a civil servant, what is that work which has given you satisfaction in life?

Today I am a very satisfied individual because I have got the opportunity to do the kind of work through which I have been able to bring positive changes in people’s lives. During my stint at Thane Zilla Parishad (as the Chief Executive Officer), we had set up a library mainly for children, which gave me a lot of satisfaction. Once a Divyang (differently-abled) person who was an MPSC (Maharashtra Public Service Commission) aspirant had sent me a text message complaining about the lack of proper roads in their locality and the difficulty he was facing while travelling. I immediately started following up to get that road built. After a few months that boy sent me another message sharing photos of the newly constructed road and expressing his gratitude for my efforts. I am grateful to God for giving me this chance of bringing a change in people’s lives through my work, it gives me immense satisfaction.

While you were the CEO of Thane Zilla Parishad, 12 women from Rural Thane district were trained in Bengaluru and became the first certified Drone Pilots in Maharashtra. What inspired you to do this?

I was working as a trainee officer in Wardha (Maharashtra) and I once visited IIT Bombay where I saw women belonging to Self Help Groups were being trained to make solar panels. On seeing that I thought if women are able to create solar panels, they can do anything. Eventually, when I got posted in Thane, I came across a startup which was imparting training in flying drones. Samruddhi, the founder of that startup approached me seeking my support in training rural women in Thane for flying drones, and is also eager to hire them after the training.  I found this to be a beautiful idea and gave my consent. I believe if a woman can preside over our nation as the President, then women can do anything.

How are you bringing road infrastructure and sustainability together?

Our nation needs roads because only roads can solve the issue of traffic congestion and provide better connectivity. In order to build roads sustainably, we are conducting a study. We are trying to make the Nagpur-Mumbai Expressway India’s first net zero carbon emissions highway. We are trying to build a road forest with dense plantations on both sides of the road to neutralise the carbon emissions in that area. This is also because there is a lot of wildlife in the areas through which this road will be passing. Underpasses and overpasses are being made so that animals can cross the road safely.
Secondly, we are installing solar panels on both sides of our highways. Our highways have huge energy consumption. We are trying to generate this energy from the highways itself to meet the energy needs of the highways and adjacent villages. We are planning to install 100-200 megawatt plants which will generate massive amounts of energy. This is how we are bringing road infrastructure and sustainability together. We have to think about sustainability for future generations. So whichever highways we are working on, we are trying to do plantation, forestation, urban forestation techniques like Miyawaki etc or include the solar component to make them net zero.

Watch the full interview here

CSR: Scholarship Program introduced for children of Auto and Cab Drivers in Chennai and Bengaluru

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CSR: Scholarship Program introduced for children of Auto and Cab Drivers in Chennai and Bengaluru
Chennai, India: Namma Yatri, India’s leading open mobility app dedicated to empowering and building a strong driver community, is excited to announce a new initiative to support the education of children of auto and cab drivers in Chennai and Bengaluru. This scholarship program, called the “Namma Yatri Rising Stars”, provides financial assistance to 10th and 12th-grade students, recognizing their academic achievements and helping them pursue higher education.
The Namma Yatri Rising Stars program aims to uplift over 500 students each year, offering essential support to those who excel academically despite challenging circumstances. Among the notable recipients is Bhavana, daughter of Siddegowda who drives an auto for Namma Yatri in Bengaluru, who scored 625/625 in SSLC exam. Bhavana has been a highly aspirational and a hardworking student despite the financial situation at home and aspires to become an IAS and serve the country. These scholarships not only alleviate financial burdens but also open doors to a brighter future for these talented students.
Scholarships were awarded at events held in Bengaluru and Chennai. At the Bengaluru event, students had the opportunity to share their aspirations and participate in a cultural program. The Chennai event was presided over by Mr. T. Abraham IAS, Commissioner of Technical Education, Mr. M. Arun Prakash, Founder & CEO of Guvi and leaders of driver unions. In both cities, students were selected through a rigorous screening process to ensure that the most deserving and meritorious candidates received the scholarships.
N Chandrabose, an auto driver from Rajapalayam and father of Parthasarathy who got into IIT, shared, “This scholarship has been a blessing for my family. Despite being a school topper in 10th, I had to drop out of school and become an autorickshaw driver due to financial constraints. I did not want my son to go through a similar situation. He can now concentrate on his studies and live his dream. Namma Yatri’s support means a lot to us.” C Parthasarathy, his son, added, “I am extremely happy to receive this scholarship. It allows me to pursue my dreams without worrying about the financial burden. Knowing that Namma Yatri supports hardworking and aspirational students like me is truly motivating.”
Namma Yatri distinguishes itself from other ride-hailing services by prioritizing the welfare of its drivers. This includes initiatives like zero-commission rides, creating awareness around government welfare schemes, financial education, the Mahila Shakti Program for empowering women drivers, flexible working hours, and now, educational scholarships for their children. Namma Yatri’s commitment to community empowerment reflects its core values and mission to create a more inclusive and supportive urban mobility ecosystem.
Looking ahead, Namma Yatri plans to expand the scholarship program to more cities and develop additional welfare schemes for the betterment of drivers and their families. The company is eager to partner with government bodies, non-profit organizations, and CSR wings of corporations to scale this program and benefit a larger number of students. Drivers interested in applying for these scholarships, or citizens and corporations interested in supporting this program, can contact +91 9655522671.
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Applications invited for Round 12 of the NIF Book Fellowships on Contemporary India

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Applications invited for Round 12 of the NIF Book Fellowships on Contemporary India
Bengaluru, India: The New India Foundation is pleased to invite applications for the 12th edition of its prestigious New India Foundation Book Fellowships for research and scholarship about Indian history after Independence.
With an award of INR 18 lakhs to each recipient, the New India Foundation Book Fellowships provide editorial, legal, and administrative support, along with the opportunity to join the diverse NIF Community. Open to Indian nationals, including those residing abroad, these Fellowships are granted for a period of one year.
Since its inception two decades ago, the New India Foundation has sponsored the publication of 34 critically-acclaimed, award-winning books across a wide range of topics detailing the trajectory of India after 1947.
According to Srinath Raghavan, Trustee, New India Foundation, “One of our objectives with the New India Foundation was to broaden the circle of people who write about India from a non-fiction perspective. We hope that the Fellowship will give an opportunity for people from a diverse range of careers and professions to write their book about India, because so many of us have different entry points into understanding this country.”
Fellowship-holders are expected to write original books. Proposals should be oriented towards publication, and outline a roadmap towards that destination. The Foundation is agnostic as regards genre, theme, and ideology: the only requirement is that the proposed works contribute to a fuller understanding of independent India. Thus, Fellowship-holders may choose to write a memoir, or a work of reportage, or a thickly footnoted academic study. Book proposals can focus on economics, politics, or culture, and can be either specific—like a single decade or region—or broad, covering a nationwide perspective.
Applications open: 1st August 2024
Applications close: 31st December 2024
Applicants are expected to submit a Book Proposal (up to 5000 words), a Writing Sample (up to 5000 words), and a CV.
Recent publications under the New India Foundation Book Fellowship include:
Neha Dixit’s The Many Lives of Syeda X (Juggernaut 2024)
Sohini Chattopadhyay’s The Day I Became a Runner (HarperCollins 2023)
Arupjyoti Saikia’s The Quest for a Modern Assam (Penguin 2023)
Abhishek Choudhary’s Vajpayee (PanMacmillan 2023)
Manoj Mitta’s Caste Pride (Westland 2023)
Savithri Preetha Nair’s Chromosome Woman, Nomad Scientist (Routledge 2023).
A full list of published books and Fellowship proposals can be found on the New India Foundation website.

 

 

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CSR programme ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ announces 20 Semi-Finalist Teams for 2024

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CSR programme ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ announces 20 Semi-Finalist Teams for 2024
Gurugram, India: Samsung India today announced the national shortlist for the top 20 teams for its flagship CSR programme ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ 2024. The teams, which are set to advance to the subsequent national round, represent great geographical diversity comprising individuals from 12 states and 2 Union Territories across India. Few of the participants hail from some of the remotest locations, such as Imphal in Manipur, East Khasi Hills in Meghalaya and Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh.
In the 3rd edition of the programme, students submitted their ideas under two overarching themes — ‘Community and Inclusion’ and ‘Environment and Sustainability.’ About 20% of the ideas in the school track focus on issues relating to education and access to resources for the underprivileged communities, challenges around experiential learning and digital literacy. About 25% of the ideas in the youth track revolve around the issues of water conservation, arsenic pollution, water wastage, and ecological imbalance around river basins. In addition, nearly 40% of the ideas focus on curbing air pollution caused by traffic, lack of waste management methods, increase of single-use plastics, and wildfires.
“Samsung’s flagship CSR programme, ‘Solve for Tomorrow,’ has focused this year on empowering both school and college students to address real-world challenges using technology. This year we focused on encouraging participation from the remotest corners of the country, and we are excited about the representation coming from a diverse geography. We wish the best to the teams moving ahead for the innovation walks at our offices and R&D centres and finally for the national pitch event at IIT Delhi,” said SP Chun, Corporate Vice President, Samsung Southwest Asia.
“We are keen to see how their ideas shape up and contribute to addressing macro-level societal issues,” he added.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with Samsung Solve for Tomorrow. This year’s programme structure focused on getting regional talent, which is reflected in the shortlisted teams’ ideas. Some of the ideas are truly inspiring and promising. We are excited to witness the journey of the local talent that will boost the start-up ecosystem in the country,” said Prof. Preeti Ranjan Panda, MD, FITT, IIT-Delhi.
These national 20 teams get a unique opportunity to attend an innovation walk at Samsung India offices, its R&D centres and design centre. Once they complete their innovation walk, these 20 teams participate at a national pitch event where they will compete within their respective tracks and pitch to the national jury comprising of Samsung experts & leaders.

What do the semi-finalists get:

School Track: Semi-finalists 10 teams will get INR 20000 grant for prototype development & Samsung Galaxy Tabs. Finalists 5 teams will get INR 1 Lakh Grant each for prototype enhancement & Samsung Galaxy Watches
Youth Track: Semi-finalists 10 teams will get INR 20000 grant for prototype development & Samsung Galaxy Laptops. Finalists 5 teams will get INR 1 Lakh grant each for prototype enhancement & Samsung Z Flip Smartphones

What do the winners get:

School Track: The Winning Team will be declared as the “Community Champion” of Solve for Tomorrow 2024 and will receive a seed grant of INR 25 Lakh for prototype advancement. The Schools of the winning teams will also receive Samsung Products to boost educational offerings, encouraging a problem-solving mindset.
Youth Track: The Winning Team will be declared as the “Environment Champion” of Solve for Tomorrow 2024 and will receive a grant of INR 50 Lakh for incubation at IIT-Delhi. The colleges of the winning teams also receive Samsung products to boost their educational offerings, encouraging social entrepreneurship.
First launched in the US in 2010, Solve for Tomorrow is currently operational in 63 countries globally and has seen over 2.3 million young people participate worldwide.
Samsung Electronics’ global CSR vision of ‘Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People’ is committed to providing education to young people around the world to empower the leaders of tomorrow.

 

 

 

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Wayanad landslides: Relief, support pour in for Kerala as death toll crosses 270

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Ahana Bhattacharya
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Wayanad landslides: Relief, support pour in for Kerala as death toll crosses 270
Support has started pouring in for Kerala as the death toll has crossed 276. The Army has rescued around 1,000 people and over 220 people are still missing on day 3 of the rescue operations. Politicians, industrialists, corporate sector, celebrities and others have stepped forward in response to the devastating flash floods and landslides that have struck Kerala’s Wayanad.
Industrialist Gautam Adani, Kalyan Jewellers’ Managing Director TS Kalyanaraman, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, and political parties AIADMK and Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) are among the ones who have come forward with financial support for the disaster hit state.
Early on Tuesday around 2 am and 4 am respectively, two massive landslides hit Kerala, due to which Mundakkai and Chooramala areas under the Vellarimala village of the Meppadi Panchayat have been swept away claiming around 276 lives so far and causing fatal injuries to over a 200 people. As per reports over 240 people are still missing.

Gautam Adani donates Rs 5 crore

Gautam Adani

Adani Group chairperson Gautam Adani expressed his condolences for the lives lost in the Wayanad landslide and offered a financial assistance of Rs 5 crore to support relief efforts in Kerala.
“Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life in Wayanad. My heart goes out to the affected families. The Adani Group stands in solidarity with Kerala during this difficult time. We humbly extend our support with a contribution of Rs 5 Cr to the Kerala Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund,” Adani posted on social media platform X.

 

 

West Bengal Governor donates a month’s salary

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose, who is currently in his home state Kerala to oversee rescue efforts and treatment of the injured, on Wednesday announced that he will donate a month’s salary to disaster relief activities for Wayanad as per sources from Raj Bhavan, Kolkata.
The Governor has expressed solidarity of the people of Bengal with the victims of the calamity in Wayanad during his visit to the affected areas. He visited the landslide-hit places, relief camps, hospitals, and mortuaries, interacting with the victims and relatives of the deceased in Tuesday’s disaster.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister donates Rs 5 crore

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced an assistance of Rs 5 crore from the CM’s Public Relief Fund to the Kerala government for the landslide hit Wayanad district. Mr. Stalin also spoke to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday and extended all support. Meanwhile, a team from Tamil Nadu joined the relief operations in the disaster-hit Wayanad district.

Donation from AIADMK and TNCC

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami and Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) president K Selvaperunthagai, have, on behalf of their parties, announced financial assistance of Rs 1 crore each towards the relief efforts in Kerala. AIADMK has also announced that it will send relief materials to Kerala.
The AIADMK General Secretary conveyed his deepest condolences to the families affected by the landslide and appealed to the union government to take up rescue operations on a war footing.
TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai expressed his condolence and stated that the party has assembled an 80-member team to carry out rescue and relief operations in the rain-affected areas.

Kalyan Jewellers’ MD pledges Rs 5 crore

TS Kalyanaraman, Managing Director of Kalyan Jewellers, has pledged Rs. 5 crores to the Kerala Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund (CMDRF). This contribution from the jewellery retail chain headquartered in Thrissur aims to provide much-needed support to the rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts in Wayanad.
“As a company with roots in Kerala, it is heart-wrenching to see our fellow Keralites suffering due to these unexpected landslides and floods. The devastation in Wayanad has not only claimed numerous lives but also displaced families, destroyed homes, and disrupted livelihoods. Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected during this challenging time. Kerala is our home and we are committed to standing with our people and contributing to the relief efforts. This is a small token of our solidarity and support to providing immediate assistance, and we are prepared to do more if the need arises,” expressed Mr Kalyanaraman in an official statement.

Actress Rashmika Mandanna donates Rs 10 lakh

Indian film actress Rashmika Mandanna has donated Rs 10 lakh to the CMO Kerala relief fund in the aftermath of the landslides in Wayanad.

Kerala helpline numbers

The Kerala government has declared an official state mourning. The Indian Army has reportedly constructed a bridge at Mundakkai to accelerate the rescue efforts. CM Vijayan also noted that 45 relief camps have been established in Wayanad, providing shelter to more than 3,000 displaced individuals.
Meanwhile, Kerala government’s Department of Information and Public Relations (PRD) has opened district and state-level media control rooms. The helpline number to reach the control room is, 0483-2734387. To contact the state-level control room, located at the Secretariat, dial 0471-2327628 or 2518637, said the Department of Information and Public Relations.
For the people who need emergency assistance, the Health Department has established a control room and provided two helpline numbers: 9656938689 and 8086010833.

 

 

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