Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited Strengthens Rural Health, Preventive Screening and Pediatric Care Through Strategic CSR Spending in FY 2024–25
NEW DELHI (India CSR): In a remote corner of Tripura, a child born with a congenital heart condition once faced limited options for advanced medical care. Today, through the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited (AHEL), that child receives specialized treatment free of cost—restoring not just health, but hope.
This deeply human impact lies at the centre of Apollo’s “Higher Purpose” philosophy: quality healthcare must be accessible to every Indian, regardless of geography or income. In FY 2024–25, Apollo Hospitals reinforced this commitment by investing Rs 20.83 crore in structured CSR initiatives that bridge gaps between advanced medical innovation and underserved communities.
CSR Spending in FY 2024–25: Financial Overview
As per Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, companies are required to spend 2% of their average net profits over the previous three years on CSR activities.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited (AHEL) |
| Financial Year | FY 2024–25 |
| Applicable CSR Law | Section 135, Companies Act, 2013 |
| Average Net Profit (Last 3 Years) | Rs 1,192.14 crore |
| Prescribed CSR Obligation (2%) | Rs 23.84 crore |
| Total CSR Expenditure (Actual Spend) | Rs 20.83 crore |
| CSR Set-off from Previous Years | Rs 3.01 crore |
| Unspent CSR Amount (Current Year) | Nil (adjusted through set-off) |
| Primary CSR Focus Areas | Rural development, preventive healthcare, pediatric care, NCD screening, education |
| Flagship Programme | Total Health Initiative |
| Rural Touchpoints Covered | Over 60,000 |
| Safe Drinking Water Distributed | 32.59 lakh litres |
| Nutritious Meals Served (Elderly) | 63,624 meals |
| Laboratory Tests Conducted (Rural Areas) | 38,293 tests |
| Health Awareness Beneficiaries | 1.47 lakh individuals |
| Eco-friendly Jute Bags Produced | 1.59 lakh |
| Students Screened for NCD Risk | 2.85 lakh students |
| Breast Cancer Screening Target | 1 lakh at-risk women |
| SACHi & Community Health Beneficiaries | 8.62 lakh people |
| People Trained in CPR & BLS | 20,661 individuals |
| Spectacles Distributed (Mahakumbh Outreach) | 1.63 lakh |
| Cataract Cases Identified | 17,069 cases |
| Senior Citizens Supported (Monthly Medicines) | 1.21 lakh |
| Total Lives Impacted (FY 2024–25) | 33.2 lakh people |
| Future Pediatric Healthcare Allocation (FY 2025–26) | Rs 5.00 crore |
- Average net profit (as per Section 135): Rs 1,192.14 crore
- Prescribed CSR obligation (2%): Rs 23.84 crore
- Actual CSR spending: Rs 20.83 crore
While the actual spending was slightly below the annual threshold, Apollo Hospitals adjusted the difference by setting off Rs 3.01 crore from excess CSR expenditure incurred in earlier financial years (notably FY 2021–22). This ensured full compliance with cumulative CSR obligations while maintaining financial prudence.
The Rs 20.83 crore deployed in FY 2024–25 was directed toward high-impact healthcare, rural development, preventive medicine, education and research programmes across India.
Strategic CSR Focus Areas
Apollo Hospitals structured its CSR interventions around four key pillars:
- Rural and Tribal Development
- Preventive and Primary Healthcare
- Education and Skill Development
- Medical Research and Specialized Care
These programmes are implemented through Apollo’s network of foundations, including the Apollo Foundation and Apollo SHINE Foundation, ensuring targeted delivery and measurable outcomes.
Total Health Initiative: Holistic Rural Development
The flagship “Total Health” initiative continues to serve as Apollo’s most comprehensive CSR programme. Designed as a holistic “womb-to-tomb” healthcare model, it integrates medical services, nutrition, sanitation, education, and livelihood support in rural communities.
Operating primarily in Andhra Pradesh’s Chittoor district and the Amrabad Tiger Reserve region, the initiative has expanded to over 60,000 rural touchpoints.
Impact Highlights for FY 2024–25:
- 32.59 lakh litres of safe drinking water distributed
- 63,624 nutritious meals provided to elderly beneficiaries
- 38,293 laboratory tests conducted in rural areas
- 1.47 lakh individuals received health awareness sessions
- 1.59 lakh eco-friendly jute bags produced, supporting women’s livelihoods
By integrating healthcare with economic empowerment and sustainability, Total Health addresses root causes rather than isolated symptoms.
Tackling Non-Communicable Diseases: Preventive Healthcare at Scale
India faces a rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension and cancer. Apollo’s CSR programmes increasingly emphasize early detection and lifestyle awareness.
Student Screening Programme
In FY 2024–25, the Apollo SHINE Foundation screened:
- 2.85 lakh students across six states and ten cities
These screenings focus on identifying early markers of obesity, diabetes and other lifestyle disorders.
Mission One Million
Apollo launched #MissionOneMillion, targeting the screening of one million individuals for NCD risks in FY 2025–26 through integrated health check-ups and digital tracking systems.
Breast Cancer Early Detection
A nationwide screening initiative was also rolled out to support:
- 1 lakh at-risk women
The programme includes mammography, diagnostic follow-ups and awareness campaigns aimed at improving early detection rates.
SACHi: Saving A Child’s Health Initiative
Among Apollo’s most emotionally powerful CSR interventions is SACHi (Saving A Child’s Health Initiative), which focuses on pediatric cardiology, intensive care and urology.
During FY 2024–25:
- SACHi and community health programmes impacted over 8.62 lakh people
- Advanced pediatric interventions were delivered to children from underserved backgrounds
- 20,661 individuals were trained in CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS)
For the FY 2025–26 period, Apollo earmarked Rs 5.00 crore toward pediatric healthcare support through the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (AIMSR), Hyderabad.
This initiative ensures that financial constraints do not prevent life-saving procedures for children.
Serving the Elderly and Marginalised Communities
Apollo’s outreach extended beyond rural communities into large public gatherings and urban clusters.
Mahakumbh Outreach Programme
During the Mahakumbh event:
- 1.63 lakh spectacles distributed
- 17,069 cataract cases identified for follow-up treatment
Senior Citizen Healthcare
Through the Billion Hearts Beating Foundation:
- 1.21 lakh senior citizens received free monthly medicines and health support
These initiatives reflect Apollo’s emphasis on preventive and accessible eye care and geriatric services.
Training and Capacity Building
Healthcare resilience requires community-level response systems. In FY 2024–25:
- 20,661 individuals trained in CPR and BLS
- Expanded health awareness sessions across rural districts
- Skill development programmes for youth in healthcare-related services
Such initiatives empower communities to act swiftly during medical emergencies.
Education, Research and System Strengthening
Apollo also invested in medical research and education initiatives aimed at improving healthcare outcomes nationally. By integrating innovation with social programmes, the company supports long-term systemic improvement in healthcare delivery.
Lives Impacted in FY 2024–25
Across all CSR interventions in FY 2024–25, Apollo Hospitals positively impacted:
- 33.2 lakh lives directly and indirectly
The scale of outreach reflects a blend of rural services, mass screening programmes, medical camps and targeted pediatric interventions.
Governance and Accountability
Apollo’s CSR initiatives are overseen by a dedicated CSR Committee of the Board, ensuring regulatory compliance, transparency and measurable impact.
The company continues to strengthen impact assessment mechanisms and aims to boost external funding support by 35% over the next two years, expanding proven models into additional geographies.
Your Learn: A Healthcare Model Rooted in Purpose
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited’s CSR report for FY 2024–25 demonstrates that healthcare institutions can extend their impact far beyond hospital walls.
By spending Rs 20.83 crore on structured, high-impact initiatives—ranging from rural water access and preventive screening to pediatric heart care and cataract detection—Apollo reinforces its founding belief: healthcare is a fundamental right.
In a country where disparities in access remain a challenge, Apollo’s CSR initiatives are not just compliance metrics. They are lifelines—restoring sight, saving young hearts, detecting silent diseases early, and empowering communities to take charge of their health.
Through sustained commitment and strategic partnerships, Apollo Hospitals continues to transform care from a service into a social mission—healing not just patients, but entire communities.
(India CSR)
