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  • From darkness to dignity: Murlidhar’s journey of hope with ACC’s MSMM Program

    From darkness to dignity: Murlidhar’s journey of hope with ACC’s MSMM Program

    In the quiet village of Parmadoh, Chandrapur, Maharashtra, Murlidhar Waralu There — a farmer from an economically weaker family — faced a fading world due to an eye disease. Surgery was the only solution, but financial barriers stood in the way—until ACC, a leader in the Adani Portfolio, and the Adani Foundation brought hope through their Meri Sangini Meri Margdarshika (MSMM) program.

    A Champion for Change

    Mamatai Vabhitkar, a dedicated Sangini under the MSMM initiative, discovered Murlidhar’s struggle during a village meeting. With compassion and determination, she introduced him to the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, guiding him through enrollment and documentation. Thanks to her efforts, Murlidhar’s surgery was fully funded, saving him Rs 20,000 and restoring his vision.

    With his eyesight back, Murlidhar resumed his work and regained his independence. His story inspired over 160 villagers in Parmadoh to enroll in the scheme, unlocking access to vital healthcare.

    Building Stronger Communities

    The MSMM program empowers women like Mamatai to bridge the gap between rural communities and government welfare schemes. Through ACC and the Adani Foundation’s efforts, families in Chandrapur are gaining access to healthcare, financial stability, and a brighter future.

  • LG Electronics India celebrates sustainability on Global Volunteer Day

    LG Electronics India celebrates sustainability on Global Volunteer Day

    LG employees took part in a tree plantation drive in Greater Noida and Pune.

    LG Electronics India, a major consumer durables brand, marked Global Volunteer Day on June 5 by organizing a series of environmental initiatives to promote sustainability, the company said on Thursday.

    On June 4, the company held an e-waste collection drive at its corporate office in New Delhi, allowing employees to bring in old gadgets for proper disposal. Experts conducted an awareness session on e-waste management.

    The following day, LG employees took part in a tree plantation drive in Greater Noida and Pune. They were also encouraged to plant trees at home with their families, with many sharing photos on social media.

    “At LG Electronics, we believe in leading by example when it comes to environmental sustainability,” said Hong Ju Jeon, managing director of LG Electronics India.

    “Our Global Volunteer Day activities reflect our dedication to creating a sustainable future and our commitment to the communities we serve.”

    LG said it has partnered with 16 major recyclers across India and has so far collected 850,000 kg of e-waste as part of its extended producer responsibility obligations.

    Since 2021, the company has developed and maintained a 3.1 km (1.9 mile) green area in Greater Noida, including a Miyawaki Forest with 12,000 plants.

  • Coca-Cola installs benches from recycled plastic waste to promote sustainability

    Coca-Cola installs benches from recycled plastic waste to promote sustainability

    The soft drinks giant repurposed about 19,000 kg of plastic waste collected during last year’s ICC Cricket World Cup in India to create the eco-friendly benches.

    Coca-Cola India on Wednesday launched a campaign called “#BenchPeBaat” to promote sustainability and meaningful conversations, installing 380 benches made from recycled plastic waste across 10 cities in the country.

    The soft drinks giant, through its philanthropic arm Anandana and in partnership with United Way Mumbai, repurposed about 19,000 kg of plastic waste collected during last year’s ICC Cricket World Cup in India to create the eco-friendly benches.

    Each bench is made from approximately 50 kg of recycled plastic waste, Coca-Cola said, adding the benches have been installed in schools, colleges, public parks and municipal corporation offices in cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bangalore.

    “Our #BenchPeBaat campaign is a testament to our dedication towards sustainability, as we transform waste into meaningful community assets,” said Rajesh Ayapilla, senior director for corporate social responsibility and sustainability at Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia.

    Coca-Cola conceptualised the campaign in line with its global “World Without Waste” strategy aimed at driving a circular economy for packaging, he added.

    The campaign film was created by Havas People India, the talent communication and employer branding agency of Havas Group India.

    “We are proud to partner with Coca-Cola India on the groundbreaking #BenchPeBaat campaign, which ignites awareness and dedication to sustainability,” said Arindam Sengupta, managing director of Havas People India.

    Last year, Coca-Cola India deployed reverse vending machines and collection bins at stadiums and hospitality zones in 10 host cities during the cricket World Cup to collect plastic waste that was later repurposed into the benches.

    George Aikara, CEO of United Way Mumbai, said the initiative exemplified sustainable practices while enriching communities with innovative street furniture and vibrant social spaces.

  • India’s bioenergy initiatives can play role in land restoration: Tomar

    India’s bioenergy initiatives can play role in land restoration: Tomar

    More than 2 billion hectares of land are degraded worldwide, nearly the size of India and Russia combined, impacting global food and water supplies.

    India’s bioenergy initiatives can play a crucial role in achieving land restoration, halting desertification and building drought resilience by providing sustainable energy solutions, Madhya Pradesh state assembly speaker Narendra Singh Tomar said on Wednesday.

    Tomar said more than 2 billion hectares of land are degraded worldwide, nearly the size of India and Russia combined, impacting global food and water supplies.

    “One of the key challenges of land restoration is the effective utilization of biomass, which significantly impacts the flora and biodiversity of the region,” Tomar said at an event organised by Confederation of NGOs of Rural India.

    He said India’s consumption of energy and electricity is less than one-third of the global average despite having about 17% of the world’s population.

    The government has implemented various schemes to promote bioenergy including the National Bioenergy Programme, the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation scheme, and the GOBAR Dhan scheme, Tomar said.

    Global Cooperation Economic Forum Chairman Dileep Shanghani said the cooperative economic framework has a major role in tackling climate change and bio-economy can provide livelihood solutions.

      India is taking a leading role through campaigns like LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) that encourages responsible living in harmony with nature, said Binod Anand, secretary general of the NGO confederation.

      Land degradation affects about 3.2 billion people worldwide and could reduce global food productivity by 12% by 2040, leading to food price hikes of up to 30%, according to speakers at the event.

  • Adani’s Ambuja Cements bags top green awards for water, energy conservation

    Adani’s Ambuja Cements bags top green awards for water, energy conservation

    Over 85% of the product portfolio comprises blended green cement, aligning with their sustainable manufacturing practices.

    In a boost to its green credentials, Ambuja Cements, part of billionaire Gautam Adani’s diversified portfolio, has won prestigious environmental awards for its plants in Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand.

    The company’s Bhatapara plant in Chhattisgarh clinched the Platinum Award at the 8th Apex India Excellence Awards for its innovative use of green energy.

    Nearly 30%of the plant’s power needs are met through solar energy and a Waste Heat Recovery System (WHRS). The plant also stands out for its water conservation efforts, achieving an impressive 8-times water positivity.

    Similarly, the Roorkee plant in Uttarakhand bagged the Gold Award for its exemplary water management practices. The unit has slashed its water consumption by a substantial 33%, setting a new industry benchmark.

    “These accolades reflect our unwavering commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship,” said Ajay Kapur, CEO of Adani Group’s cement business.

    He added that over 85% of their product portfolio comprises blended green cement, aligning with their sustainable manufacturing practices.

    The accolades come at a time when corporate India is under increasing pressure to adopt eco-friendly practices. Ambuja Cements has been leading this charge, becoming 11 times water positive and 8 times plastic negative.

    As climate change concerns mount, such initiatives by major industrial players are seen as critical. Industry experts believe that Adani’s green push in its cement business could set a precedent for other sectors to follow.

  • USD 2 mln Rotary project to boost farmers’ income, fight climate woes

    USD 2 mln Rotary project to boost farmers’ income, fight climate woes

    Rotary members will collaborate with government agencies, experts and NGO partners to train farmers in modern techniques like rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation and climate-resilient agricultural practices.

    In a major boost to Indian agriculture and the fight against climate change impacts, Rotary clubs have launched an ambitious USD 2 million project to improve water management and farming practices across four drought-prone states.

    The ‘Partners for Water Access and Better Harvests in India’ initiative, led by the Rotary Club of Delhi Premier, aims to make farming more resilient and lucrative for around 60,000 farmers in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra,an official statement said.

    The key goals of the project, which has received a USD 2 million (Rs 16 crore) grant from Rotary International, include:

    1. Increasing groundwater tables by 10-15% each year through water conservation measures
    2. Extending cultivable area by 20-30% by enhancing water availability for irrigation
    3. Boosting the incomes of participating farmers by an estimated 25-30%
    4. Implementing drip irrigation across 4,113 hectares and promoting plantation of native trees/crops to reduce soil erosion

    Rotary members will collaborate with government agencies, experts and NGO partners to train farmers in modern techniques like rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation and climate-resilient agricultural practices.

    “With over half of India’s farmers dependent on rainfall, this project can be a panacea by securing water for irrigation and boosting crop yields,” said Sudhanshu Pachisia, president of the sponsoring Rotary Club of Delhi Premier.

    The mega initiative reinforces Rotary’s work of over a century in executing sustainable community projects globally worth USD 5.5 billion through its charitable foundation.

  • Nagaland ropes in Vitamin Angels for child nutrition drive

    Nagaland ropes in Vitamin Angels for child nutrition drive

    The pilot’s formative research is slated to kick off by June-July this year.

    In a bid to tackle malnutrition among children, the Nagaland government has partnered with Vitamin Angels India to roll out a special drive to provide vitamin A supplements and deworming tablets to kids under five years across three districts.

    The National Health Mission (NHM) of Nagaland signed an agreement with the non-profit organisation to undertake the nutrition intervention in Dimapur, Niuland and Chümoukedima districts through 2024-25, an official statement said.

    The project, extending an existing partnership, aims to strengthen nutritional interventions using an “implementation science” approach focused on community needs. An NHM-Vitamin Angels team will monitor the drive.

    Only 46 per cent of Nagaland’s children aged 9-35 months received vitamin A doses as per National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-5 data, much lower than the 71 per cent national average. Vitamin A boosts immunity, and its deficiency can cause blindness and increase disease susceptibility.

    “We’ve made progress in improving nutrition levels but need to do more. This pilot will help address supply-demand gaps,” said Dr Khelito Zhimomi, Joint Director at the state’s Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) wing.

    Vitamin Angels India’s Shruti Menon stressed the NGO’s commitment to taking services to the “last mile” aided by the state’s resolve.

    The pilot’s formative research is slated to kick off by June-July this year.

    Vitamin A is crucial for boosting immunity and its deficiency can cause blindness, increase susceptibility to diseases like measles and diarrhoea among kids. Guidelines recommend nine doses at six-month intervals for under-five children from nine months of age.

  • Hyundai Motor India gives assistive devices to disabled

    Hyundai Motor India gives assistive devices to disabled

    HMIL plans to provide a total of 684 such devices over three years to aid mobility, vision, hearing and communication of the disabled under the programme run by the Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled.

    Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has  distributed 72 technologically advanced assistive devices, including hearing aids, wheelchairs and bionic limbs, to disabled people in partnership with an NGO as part of its social initiative “Samarth by Hyundai”.

      HMIL plans to provide a total of 684 such devices over three years to aid mobility, vision, hearing and communication of the disabled under the programme run by the Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled.

      The first “Samarth Assistive Devices Conclave” hosted by HMIL saw panel discussions on enabling inclusion through assistive technology, challenges around disability in India and investment in technologies for para sports.

      “We aim to create a more inclusive society and ease the way of living for people with disabilities in India,” Tarun Garg, chief operating officer at HMIL, told the event.

      The automaker said its global vision of “Progress for Humanity” was aligned with the initiative to empower the disabled.

      Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar, founder of Samarthanam Trust, said the collaboration created “an inclusive society where technology and compassion converge to enhance the lives of people with disabilities”.

  • Underprivileged kids in Gurugram’s Bhawani Enclave to get schooling via foundation project

    Underprivileged kids in Gurugram’s Bhawani Enclave to get schooling via foundation project

    The project, located in Bhawani Enclave near Basai village, will provide non-formal education to 150 children aged 6 to 14 years from migrant worker families who are currently not enrolled in schools.

    Whiteland Foundation announced on Monday it has adopted a school for underprivileged children in Gurugram in collaboration with BG Foundation, marking its first major initiative in the child education sector.
    The project, located in Bhawani Enclave near Basai village, will provide non-formal education to 150 children aged 6 to 14 years from migrant worker families who are currently not enrolled in schools, the foundations said in a joint statement.

    It was inaugurated by Whiteland Foundation trustees Priyanka Sardana and Karishma Kaul Babbar.

    “Education is the birthright of every child,” said Kaul Babbar. “Our adoption of this school and commitment to providing quality education will have a transformational impact on society.”

    The long-term initiative spanning 3-5 years aims to integrate the children into the formal schooling system. It will also feature a computer centre to teach basic computing skills.

    Teachers from the local community will conduct baseline assessments of students’ educational levels and start with building rapport and interest before formal lessons based on structured modules.

    BG Foundation currently operates two schools accommodating 150 students and focuses on education, skill development and disaster management for disadvantaged children and youth.

  • Hinduja Group, BML University to train rural women as entrepreneurs in Alwar

    Hinduja Group, BML University to train rural women as entrepreneurs in Alwar

    In the first phase, 30 women will receive training to launch micro-businesses.

    Five years after completing a sustainable water management project in Alwar district of northwestern Rajasthan state, two companies and a local university are now training 450 rural women to become entrepreneurs.

    The Hinduja Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Indian conglomerate Hinduja Group, and its subsidiary Ashok Leyland, have partnered with BML Munjal University to provide skills training to the women in the food and tailoring industries.

    The training initiative, called Sujal Mahila Mahasangh Alwar, targets women from villages where the Hinduja Foundation and Ashok Leyland earlier implemented water stewardship projects to improve access to clean water under a Rs 90 million corporate social responsibility programme.

    “We are pleased to establish a partnership with BML Munjal University to empower our Sujal Sahelis with the requisite skills and resources to become successful entrepreneurs,” said Paul Abraham, president of the Hinduja Foundation.

    In the first phase, 30 women will receive training to launch micro-businesses. The university said it aimed to help at least 80% of the 450 women, known as “Sujal Sahelis” or water friends, to start their own businesses successfully.

    The project is being supported by several organizations including cement maker Ambuja Foundation and SWAN Livelihood as the training implementation partner.

    Fetching water is a major household chore for women in rural India, with some areas seeing them spend up to four hours daily carrying water from sources several kilometres away to meet a family’s needs.