CSR: BPCL Launches Drone Reforestation Project to Revitalize Nashik’s Lands
Nashik, India: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a leading Maharatna PSU, proudly announces a transformative reforestation initiative in the Nashik District of Maharashtra. This project, conducted in collaboration with the Forest Department – Nashik, aims to restore degraded lands using advanced drone technology and seedball deployment.
BPCL’s reforestation project will utilize 200,000 seedballs distributed by drones, targeting remote and inaccessible areas. This innovative approach addresses the critical issues of rapid deforestation and land degradation, which have significantly impacted the region’s biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.
“At BPCL, we believe in the power of innovation and community. Our drone-based reforestation project in Nashik is a transformative step towards restoring nature and empowering local communities. By leveraging advanced technology and involving local residents, we aim to create a sustainable environment that benefits both the ecosystem and the people. Together, we can build a greener and healthier future.” said Shri Biju Gopinath, Executive Director Pipelines, BPCL.
The project encompasses comprehensive planning, including site selection using GIS mapping, community engagement, seedball production, and drone deployment. The target areas cover 100 hectares across three forest ranges in Nashik District: Sinnar Nashik Range, Hivre Billage, and Ganga Mahalungi Village.
The main objectives are to restore the environment by planting 200,000 seedballs to rejuvenate deforested land, enhance local biodiversity, and promote ecosystem health. Tree species to be planted include Millettia Pinnata (Karanja), Azadirachta indica (Neem), Tectona grandis (Sagwan), Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood), Acacia Catechu (Khair), Syzygium Cumini (Black Plum), and Mangifera Indica (Mango). Additionally, the project aims to involve local communities in seedball production and land management, fostering environmental awareness, and creating economic opportunities. It will also utilize seedcopter drones for efficient seedball deployment and employ advanced monitoring systems to track reforestation progress.
This initiative not only aims to restore the environment but also to empower local communities by providing training and employment opportunities in sustainable practices. By integrating scientific research, technological innovation, and community participation, BPCL aims to create a scalable and replicable reforestation model that can be implemented in other regions facing similar challenges. This pioneering reforestation initiative marks a significant step towards creating a greener and more sustainable environment in Nashik, enhancing both the ecosystem and the livelihoods of its residents.
BPCL through their CSR initiatives, have consistently contributed to various social causes, including education, environmental sustainability, health and sanitation, skill development, and community development. This reforestation project aligns with their core CSR focus on environmental sustainability, demonstrating the company’s dedication to creating a positive and lasting impact on society.
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CSR to Empower Differently-Abled Individuals through Limbs Donation Camp
New Delhi, India: Eastman Group of Companies, India’s one of the leading conglomerates has donated INR 17.5 lacs for limb donation to Narayan Seva Sansthan of Udaipur, Rajasthan (NSS) to support initiatives aimed at empowering differently-abled individuals across Ludhiana. This collaboration underscores Eastman Group’s steadfast dedication to enhancing societal well-being willing beneficiaries and encouraging inclusive growth of the society. The partnership with NSS emerged as it has stood out for its decades-long commitment to providing free prosthetic limbs and vocational training to differently-abled individuals.
The collaboration has already bolstered NSS’s efforts in Ludhiana, where a limb donation camp has benefitted 700-800 individuals, including families of beneficiaries. The limb donation initiative aims to have a significant impact on the lives of the beneficiaries. Eastman Group’s involvement extends beyond financial support, as they actively promoted NSS’s initiatives within the industry and provided strategic inputs to maximize impact by providing employment opportunities to differently-abled individuals in the near future.
Eastman Group will also offer job opportunities to individuals who have received limbs during the camp, as part of the government schemes National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) and National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS). This initiative by the Group will enable them to earn while learning in a workplace, providing a head start in their chosen careers. The Group aims to prepare them for industry demands and the evolving needs of the company, ensuring they become industry-ready. This support will enhance their prospects of sustaining themselves in their respective fields and achieving self-dependence.
Mr. Jagdish Rai Singal, Founder and Chairman, Eastman Group, emphasized the company’s profound sense of social responsibility, stating, “At Eastman Group, we take our Corporate Social Responsibility utmost seriously and strive to fulfill both our legal obligations and our karmic duty towards uplifting the society as a whole through multiple such initiatives. With this limbs donation camp our objectives are twofold – first is to alleviate the social exclusion faced by the individuals who have lost limbs and second to equip them with skills that enable seamless integration into mainstream society and the workforce to sustain themselves in the future. These campaigns are ongoing, driven by our commitment to sustainably uplift communities of differently-abled individuals. Additionally, we chose to collaborate with NSS because of their sterling reputation and unparalleled expertise in the field of social responsibility. NSS, with its extensive experience and unwavering dedication, played a pivotal role in executing this campaign. The recent limb donation camp in Ludhiana has demonstrated the profound impact on the differently-abled community members.”
Eastman Group’s CSR activities are conducted with rigorous standards of accountability and efficiency, ensuring that funds are utilized effectively under the guidance of dedicated professionals. The company remains committed to expanding its reach and deepening its engagement with beneficiaries to address their long-term challenges systematically. JRS Eastman is aiming for a lasting partnership with NSS for the forthcoming CSR initiatives. This collaboration aims to amplify the social impact on the lives of our differently-abled people, maximizing benefits for the community. Looking ahead, Eastman Group remains committed to expanding its CSR initiatives, not only in healthcare through initiatives like building hospitals in Haryana but also in community welfare projects, exemplified by the work with the Darshana Singal Foundation (DSF).
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Tree plantation drive hosted in Haryana’s Kundli industrial area under CSR initiative
Haryana, India: Om Logistics Limited, India’s premier service provider in supply chain and logistics industry, hosted a plantation drive on July 23, 2024, in the Kundli industrial area. This initiative highlights Om Logistics’ commitment to environmental sustainability and aims to enhance the green cover in the industrial area.
Over 2000 plants have been planted under this drive, with the participation of industrialists, business leaders and local community members. This event reflects Om Logistics’ dedication to supporting a greener and healthier environment.
The plantation drive graced with the support of prominent industrialists including Dr. Pawan Kansal- CMD from Jagdamba Cutlery Ltd., Mr. Subhash Gupta- President of Kundli Industrial Association, Mr. Arvind Chaudhary- Chairperson of Kundli Industrial Association, Dr. Pramod Singh- Director of Anand Maya Hospital, Mr. Rajesh Sharma- Senior Manager at Om Logistics Limited. Their participation highlights the collaborative effort to enhance the green cover in the Kundli industrial area and reflects a shared commitment to environmental sustainability.
Mr. Raghav Singhal, Executive Director of Om Logistics Limited, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “At Om Logistics, our commitment to environmental sustainability goes beyond words; it is embedded in our operations and strategic goals.To minimize our ecological footprint, we have adopted various eco-friendly practices, such as the use of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles aimed to curb carbon emissions. Along with this, some other multiple approaches have been initiated, including the installation of solar panels in our warehouses, maximizing the usage of natural light during the day, minimizing waste and using recycled materials. Our tree-plantation initiatives further support our mission of ecological balance and sustainable growth. We believe that sustainability is a continuous journey, requiring dedication, innovation and collaboration. Understanding the profound impact of afforestation on biodiversity and climate resilience, we are keen to expand our tree-plantation endeavours even further.”
As a responsible supply chain and logistics management company, Om Logistics Ltd. has implemented several initiatives to promote a greener environment with the belief that safeguarding the environment is both a moral imperative and a responsibility. The company has actively engaged in numerous tree-planting drives over the years and plans to expand these efforts to further enhance sustainability.
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Union Budget 2024: Govt focuses on employment, skilling schemes for youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first budget in his third term meant for the financial year 2024-25 puts employment and skill development for youths on priority, as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday. While announcing the budget, the Finance Minister announced a Rs 2 lakh crore package for schemes which are aimed at creating jobs and skilling 4.1 crore Indian youth.
“Turning attention to the full year and beyond, in this budget, we particularly focus on employment, skilling MSMEs and the middle class. I am happy to announce the Prime Minister’s package of five schemes and initiatives to facilitate employment, skilling and other opportunities for 4.1 crore youth over a five-year period with a central outlet of Rs 2 lakh crore,” the Finance Minister said during her budget speech.
Union Budget 2024: Benefits for Students
E-vouchers for loans up to rupees 10 lakh for higher education in domestic institutions to be given directly to one lakh students every year for annual interest subvention of 3% of loan amount.
The model skill loan scheme will be revised to facilitate loans up to rupees 7.5 lakh with a guarantee from a government promoted fund expected to help 25,000 students every year.