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  • Woxsen University Joins Hands with Telangana for Arrive Alive Road Safety Initiative

    At the Arrive Alive programme, Additional DGP Mahesh Muralidhar Bhagwat and SP Pankaj Paritosh highlighted rising road fatalities and the role of youth in building responsible road behaviour through awareness and preventive action

    Woxsen University has partnered with the Government of Telangana to host the Arrive Alive road safety awareness programme, bringing together more than 500 students, senior police officials, and academic leaders to address concerns around road safety and responsible behaviour.
    The initiative is part of the Praja Palana Pragathi Pranalika framework and places students at the centre of awareness efforts, encouraging them to contribute actively to behavioural change on roads.

    Shri Mahesh Muralidhar Bhagwat, IPS, Additional Director General of Police Law and Order, Telangana, said, “Arrive Alive is a focused prevention driven initiative, and we are already witnessing measurable impact in reducing road fatalities across Telangana. The focus is on building everyday discipline, ensuring helmet use for both riders and pillion passengers, consistent seat belt usage, and eliminating distractions and fatigue while driving. Strengthening golden hour response through awareness of life saving techniques like CPR can improve survival outcomes.”
    Mr. Pankaj Paritosh, Superintendent of Police, Sangareddy District, said, “Road safety today is not just the responsibility of enforcement agencies, it is everyone’s responsibility. Nearly 370 people lose their lives on Indian roads every day, while Telangana records around 18 deaths daily. Most of these are preventable and are caused by overconfidence, lack of helmet use, speeding, and negligence.”

    The programme included a road safety pledge, presentation of a student conducted study on road usage patterns, and cultural performances designed to communicate safety messages in an engaging format. It also addressed broader concerns related to road behaviour and the need for sustained awareness.
    Mr. Abhijit Shirodkar, Registrar, Woxsen University, said, “This is a much needed initiative by the Government of Telangana. Road safety is about ensuring that every individual returns home safely. Through programmes like Arrive Alive, we are reinforcing responsibility among young citizens.”

    The initiative reflects ongoing collaboration between the university and the state government to promote public awareness and civic responsibility. Through such programmes, Woxsen University continues to engage students in initiatives that address social challenges while supporting efforts to build safer communities.
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  • Jai Raj Ispat Limited backs water storage and sanitation upgrade in Guttapadu village

    S.K. Goenka, Founder and Managing Director of Jai Raj Ispat Limited, and Rajshree Jain, Director, said the Rs 40 lakh project will build an underground water storage tank and drainage network to improve water access, sanitation, and long term infrastructure resilience in Guttapadu village.

    Jai Raj Ispat Limited has started a water storage and drainage infrastructure project in Guttapadu village with an estimated investment of about Rs 40 lakhs.
    The project includes the construction of an underground water storage tank and a drainage system aimed at addressing water availability and sanitation needs in the village. According to the company, the initiative is expected to improve water accessibility, support more efficient wastewater management, and contribute to better hygiene conditions for residents.

    The commencement of the project was marked by a Bhumi Pooja attended by company representatives, local authorities, and members of the village community. The company said the participation reflected a collaborative effort toward improving essential infrastructure at the local level.
    Jai Raj Ispat Limited said the project will be executed with a focus on quality and durability so that the infrastructure can provide long term and sustainable benefits to the village.

    S.K. Goenka, Founder and Managing Director, Jai Raj Ispat Limited, said, “At Jai Raj Ispat Limited, we believe reliable water and sanitation infrastructure is essential for healthy, progressive communities. This Guttapadu initiative addresses critical infrastructure gaps to improve daily living conditions and create long term value. We remain committed to driving real impact and fostering inclusive growth across the regions where we operate.”

    Rajshree Jain, Director, Jai Raj Ispat Limited, said, “This project reflects our focus on building infrastructure that directly enhances quality of life. By developing integrated water storage and drainage networks, we are addressing immediate needs while ensuring long term sustainability. Our goal is to strengthen local infrastructure and elevate hygiene standards to enable more resilient communities.”
    The company said it continues to undertake initiatives focused on strengthening infrastructure and improving quality of life in the communities where it operates.
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  • ZEISS India Aids Expansion of Nature Based School for Neurodiverse and Neurotypical Children

    Through its CSR initiative, ZEISS India is supporting infrastructure for Kingdom of Childhood’s new Bannerghatta campus, where tailored learning, curative education, and nature based teaching will serve up to 520 students across mainstream and specialised programmes

    ZEISS India is supporting the development of a new eco friendly campus for Kingdom of Childhood, a Steiner Waldorf school in Bannerghatta, Bengaluru, as part of a broader collaborative effort focused on inclusive and sustainable education.
    Under its CSR commitment, ZEISS India is contributing to the construction of essential infrastructure elements including fittings, doors, and window fixtures. The support is intended to help create a safe, sustainable, and purpose built learning environment for children.

    The school follows an educational approach that blends Gurukul inspired principles with evidence based practices. Its learning model focuses on tailored plans, experiential methods, and nature based education to support academic, emotional, social, and skill based development among both neurotypical and neurodiverse children.
    With an 18 year presence in Waldorf education, Kingdom of Childhood currently operates from rented facilities and serves more than 130 children across kindergarten, school grades, and specialised curative education programmes. The development of a dedicated campus is expected to provide long term stability, support expansion, and help meet infrastructure requirements for formal recognition and affiliations.

    Once completed, the new campus will be able to accommodate up to 400 students in mainstream Waldorf education and around 120 students in curative education programmes. The infrastructure will include customised classrooms, remedial learning spaces, and therapeutic activity areas designed for varied learning needs.
    Located in the natural surroundings of Bannerghatta, the campus reflects the school’s philosophy of integrating the environment into the learning process. Through this initiative, ZEISS India is extending its support for inclusive and sustainable community development in partnership with organisations working in education.

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  • Phenom Cares and Bayireddi Foundation Reach Over 750 Beneficiaries Through Hyderabad CSR Drive

    Srinivas Pindi, Vice President Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, Phenom, India, says ₹5,00,000 employee and corporate contribution supported slum families, orphaned children, elderly residents and underprivileged girls

    Hyderabad, February 17, 2026: Phenom, through its corporate social responsibility initiative Phenom Cares, partnered with Bayireddi Foundation to complete a community outreach drive supporting more than 750 beneficiaries across Hyderabad.
    The initiative deployed ₹5,00,000 raised through a combination of corporate CSR funds and voluntary employee contributions. The funds were used to procure and distribute essential supplies across four beneficiary groups.

    More than 200 families across two HITEC City slum communities received groceries and daily use essentials. Over 250 children at Cheers Foundation orphanage were provided with educational materials, stationery and recreational games. At Joy Foundation old age home, more than 50 elderly residents received clothing and basic necessities. The programme also extended support to over 250 underprivileged and orphaned girls at Sai Seva Sangh, contributing to their education and residential needs.
    The outreach was structured around need based distribution, with materials tailored to the specific requirements of each institution.

    Srinivas Pindi, Vice President Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, Phenom, India, said, “Purpose driven impact is central to how we define success at Phenom. Through Phenom Cares and Bayireddi Foundation, we supported more than 750 individuals across Hyderabad. This initiative reflects our belief that when employees and community partners come together, we can contribute to inclusive progress.”
    Phenom Cares continues to work with local partners to support underserved communities through employee engagement and structured CSR initiatives.

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  • Ambuja Cements Conducts Industrial Exposure Visit for SEDI Ambujanagar Trainees

    Project Udaan enables BPO, GDA and HAT trainees to visit Ambuja Cements Plant, Thermal Power Plant and BCT Muldwarka for operational learning

    Gujarat, February 16, 2026: Ambuja Cements organised an industrial exposure visit for trainees enrolled under Project Udaan at its Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Institute in Ambujanagar, aimed at strengthening practical learning and industry readiness.
    Trainees from the Business Process Outsourcing, General Duty Assistant and Hospital Assistant Technician trades participated in the visit. The programme included guided tours of the Ambuja Cements Plant and the Thermal Power Plant, where participants were introduced to operational workflows, safety protocols and workplace systems.

    The exposure visit also covered BCT Muldwarka, offering trainees insight into industrial logistics and infrastructure operations. During the visits, officials explained key processes at each facility and addressed queries raised by the trainees.
    The initiative is part of Ambuja Cements’ ongoing efforts to connect classroom instruction with real world industrial environments and improve employability outcomes for trainees.

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  • Mirchi Partners with National Water Mission and Ministry of Jal Shakti for Nationwide Water Awareness Drive

    RJ Naved and Government recognised Water Warriors feature in Mirchi Jal Vaani campaign focused on community led conservation

    India: Mirchi has launched Mirchi Jal Vaani, a nationwide radio initiative in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti, aimed at promoting responsible water usage and public awareness around conservation.
    The campaign is being broadcast across Mirchi radio stations nationwide and centres on the principle of Jal Sanchay, Jan Bhagidari, highlighting the role of community participation in sustainable water management.

    The initiative comes at a time when several Indian cities are facing water shortages, irregular supply and rising river pollution. Through structured programming, Mirchi Jal Vaani draws attention to the role of individual behaviour alongside infrastructure and policy measures.
    Each episode features Government recognised Water Warriors from different regions of India who have undertaken water conservation efforts within their communities. The segments document practical, local interventions and grassroots participation.

    As part of the campaign, Mirchi conducted a public engagement activity in Delhi led by RJ Naved. A deliberately unattended dripping tap was placed in a high footfall area to observe public response. While many passersby ignored it, some individuals intervened to stop the water flow. These participants were later acknowledged as Mirchi Jal Warriors.
    The Water Warriors featured in the programme collectively stated, “India’s water situation is a result of years of overuse, pollution and disregard for natural limits. The challenge is not just about availability; it is about awareness and attitude. Governments can create systems and policies, but conservation will only succeed when citizens recognise water as a shared and finite resource. Building that understanding through everyday behaviour is essential if we are to secure water for future generations. When this message reaches people in their daily routines, through a medium as familiar and accessible as radio, it has the power to influence how they think and act. When people start taking responsibility in small, ordinary ways, that is when change becomes real.”

    The campaign is further supported by RJ led digital extensions and celebrity participation to widen outreach, particularly in urban areas where consumption patterns and wastage remain key concerns.
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  • Nationwide blood donation drive by Sanjay and Jyoti Agarwal Foundation records 848 units across 18 cities

    Jyoti Agarwal, Co Founder of Sanjay and Jyoti Agarwal Foundation, highlights four year legacy of the initiative conducted with AU Small Finance Bank

    Jaipur, 12 February 2026: Sanjay & Jyoti Agarwal Foundation conducted a nationwide blood donation drive across 18 locations in collaboration with AU Small Finance Bank, mobilising employees, community members and healthcare institutions to support hospital and emergency blood requirements.
    The initiative was organised simultaneously in Indore, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Raipur, Zirakpur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Jaipur at multiple centres, Shahpura, Jodhpur, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Local hospitals and blood banks partnered to manage collection and screening under established medical supervision protocols.

    The 2026 edition recorded 848 units of blood collected, continuing a four year run of annual drives undertaken by the Foundation.
    All centres operated under medical oversight with adherence to prescribed safety and quality standards. The drive was positioned as a voluntary contribution effort to strengthen blood availability in regional healthcare systems.

    Jyoti Agarwal, Co Founder of Sanjay and Jyoti Agarwal Foundation, said the initiative reflects the belief that community participation can translate into measurable public health support. She said voluntary blood donation remains one of the most direct ways individuals can contribute to saving lives, and the response across cities reinforces the Foundation’s ongoing healthcare commitment.

    Over the past four years, the annual blood donation drive has become a recurring programme under the Foundation’s community engagement efforts. Beyond healthcare, the Foundation works across education, culture, arts, sports and broader community welfare initiatives aligned with inclusive development objectives.
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  • Max Estates Concludes Affordable Housing Collaboration, Completes a Two Phase Housing Project in Rewari District

    Vachan Singh, Chief Operating Officer, Max Estates Limited, and Anand Kumar Bolimera, National Director, Habitat for Humanity India, share perspectives on the completion of the initiative

    Max Estates Limited has completed a two phase affordable housing project in Haryana’s Rewari district in partnership with Habitat for Humanity India, marking the conclusion of a community focused collaboration aimed at expanding access to permanent housing.
    The initiative was executed across two villages in the district. Phase one saw the completion and handover of 25 homes in Aakera village in November 2024, followed by the delivery of 29 homes in Bhudla village on 10 February 2026. Together, the two phases account for 54 newly constructed homes.

    The completion of the second phase was marked by a handover ceremony attended by homeowners, village representatives, and teams from both organisations. The event acknowledged the culmination of construction activities and the transition of the homes to resident families.
    The housing units have been designed to address core aspects of liveability, including secure shelter, improved ventilation, sanitation infrastructure, and access to natural light. These elements are expected to support healthier daily living conditions and greater functional stability for families residing in the homes.

    Sharing his perspective on the project, Vachan Singh, Chief Operating Officer of Max Estates Limited, said the initiative reflects the organisation’s Sevabhav approach, centred on service and responsibility beyond commercial development. He noted that partnerships with social organisations allow the company to extend its LiveWell philosophy into communities where housing needs remain unmet.
    Commenting on the conclusion of the project, Anand Kumar Bolimera, National Director of Habitat for Humanity India, said the collaboration demonstrates how aligned efforts between the private sector and non profit organisations can translate into tangible community outcomes. He added that each completed home represents a step toward greater stability and opportunity for families.

    The project highlights the role of cross sector collaboration in addressing housing access through structured, time bound initiatives. By combining development capability with community engagement, the partnership focused on delivering housing outcomes within a defined framework.
    With the completion of both phases, the affordable housing project in Rewari district stands concluded, reflecting a shared effort to address local housing requirements through coordinated action.
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  • Leadership at the Intersection of Eye Health and Equity Takes Shape at Orbis International

    Kathleen Sherwin steps in as President and CEO, bringing more than 25 years of experience across global health, gender equality, and humanitarian development.

    National, India, February 5, 2026: As global health systems face widening inequities and rising demand for integrated care, Orbis International has appointed Kathleen Sherwin as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Sherwin brings over 25 years of leadership experience across the nonprofit and humanitarian sectors, with a career rooted in advancing health equity, gender equality, and sustainable development.
    Sherwin assumes leadership at a time when eye health is increasingly recognised as a foundational component of public health systems. Orbis continues to expand its work to prevent avoidable blindness, restore sight, and strengthen eye care systems in regions where access remains limited.

    John Slattery, Chair of the Board of Directors at Orbis International, said Sherwin’s long standing commitment to equity and access aligns strongly with the organisation’s mission to eradicate curable blindness worldwide. He added that her leadership is expected to guide Orbis through a period of growing global need for eye care and health system resilience.
    In her role as President and CEO, Sherwin has emphasised that eye health must be viewed as more than a standalone medical issue. She said it plays a critical role in education outcomes, economic participation, and broader health system readiness, and should be fully integrated into global health and development priorities.

    Before joining Orbis, Sherwin most recently served as Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer at Plan International, where she led global strategy, partnerships, fundraising, communications, and policy initiatives. Her work contributed to strengthening the organisation’s long term positioning while advancing children’s rights and gender equality worldwide.
    Her leadership experience also includes senior roles at Women Deliver, where she served as Interim President and CEO, and at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Across these positions, Sherwin’s work has consistently focused on expanding access to healthcare and advancing the rights of women and girls.

    With nearly 1.1 billion people worldwide living with vision loss, much of which is preventable with timely care, Orbis continues to focus on building local capacity by training doctors, nurses, and eye care professionals, while expanding access to essential eye health services.
    In India, Orbis has been active since 1988, with a country office established in Delhi in 2000. Its work spans pediatric eye care, primary eye care, workforce development, and quality assurance, supporting stronger and more sustainable eye care systems across underserved communities.
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