Operating three hi-tech and mechanised mines in Chhattisgarh, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh, NMDC Limited was founded in 1958. It is bringing about a remarkable transformation at the grassroots in the lives of people residing close to its mining units, comprising sensitive tribal belts. The projects are primarily focussed on education, health, infrastructure, animal husbandry.
As one of India’s largest beverage companies, UBL “recognises that inclusive growth is key to the long-term progress of all stakeholders of our society”. Living in a complex environment with different communities having different needs, UBL has a wide range of projects related to water conservation, responsible consumption of alcohol, primary education, healthcare and environment.
The principle of giving back to the society stems from the visionary Sir Shri Ram. DCM, or Delhi Cloth and General Mills, was set up in 1889. More than a century later, after trifurcation of the DCM group, DCM Shriram Ltd was formed in 1990 and it remains committed to the cause of nation building and social responsibility. The company’s focus is on health, drinking water and sanitation, education, vocational skills and livelihood, environment sustainability and rural development.
Popularly known as the ‘accord refinery’, NRL was established when the Assam Accord was signed in 1985. With an understanding that the real purpose of business is human wellbeing, the Mini Ratna PSU’s CSR projects revolve within 10 km radius of the refinery and also in Golaghat district. Some have also extended in the areas around its centre in Siliguri. The thrust areas for the projects are agri-allied and income generation, education and skill development, infrastructure development, healthcare, sports, arts and culture. Sustainability being the key to success and long-term impact, community participation is encouraged from the beginning.
Established on October 23, 1989, the Gurugram-based company is playing a significant role in development of communities. The CSR interventions have transformed the lives of many around its establishments. The company has community development schemes related to health, education, drinking water, infrastructure such as roads and community centres and more.
Since its inception in 1886 as Burmah Oil Company, the company has reinvented itself many times. The pioneering spirit and the aim to be self-reliant can be seen in its CSR projects too. BPCL leverages its core competencies of people and technology to ‘develop deserving communities through ‘focused’ and ‘need-based’ interventions’. The thrust areas for CSR are water conservation, education, skill development, community development, health and hygiene.
For public sector BEML, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a well-orchestrated activity with tangible outcomes, such as installed capacity of green energy meeting 75% of its power requirement. The sustainable development programmes have a huge impact on its business, society and the environment. “CSR is ingrained in the company’s DNA. Through CSR, we address issues affecting the company’s ability to achieve its mission with efficient utilisation of resources,” says DK Hota, Chairman and Managing Director, BEML.
Among the largest producers of tea in the world, India achieved commendable tea export figures—254.50 million kgs—during the financial year 2018-19. India also happens to be the largest consumer of black tea in the world. Tea is mainly grown in the states of Assam, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka.
Bandhan-Konnagar, registered under the West Bengal Societies Registration Act, 1961, was conceptualised in 2001 as an NGO to meet the dual objectives of women empowerment and poverty alleviation. The organisation started delivery of microfinance and development services. As microfinance activities grew, a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) was acquired. This NBFC went on to acquire a universal banking licence and set up Bandhan Bank, without losing its core values.
