NEW DELHI (India CSR): The Coca-Cola India Foundation’s flagship initiative, Project Jaldhara, was awarded the CSR Journal Excellence Award in the Environment Category. The project, implemented in partnership with S M Sehgal Foundation, received recognition for its impact on water management in rural areas, particularly in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad).
Water Security Initiative Celebrated
The award was presented at the 7th CSR Journal Excellence Awards, held on 30th September 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Dignitaries such as Shri Eknath Shinde, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, and Shri Om Birla, Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha, attended the event. This recognition highlights Coca-Cola India’s dedication to sustainable water management as part of its 2030 Water Security Strategy.
Innovative Solutions for Safe Drinking Water
Project Jaldhara focuses on providing access to safe drinking water through water ATMs, reverse osmosis (RO) filtration units, and wastewater tanks. These solutions have been implemented in multiple villages across Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, ensuring that hundreds of residents have access to safe water for drinking and household use. The project also includes the formation of Water Management Committees to ensure long-term sustainability.
Voices from the Project
“We are honored to receive this award, which validates our commitment to water stewardship and community empowerment,” said Rajesh Ayapilla, Senior Director-CSR and Sustainability for Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia. “Project Jaldhara is making a real difference.”
Anjali Makhija, CEO of S M Sehgal Foundation, added, “This award reflects our shared goal of improving water security. Partnering with Coca-Cola India allows us to bring meaningful, lasting change.”
With over 150 community water projects implemented nationwide, Coca-Cola India continues to positively impact water security and conservation efforts.
