NEW DELHI (India CSR): Venus Remedies Limited, a pharmaceutical company, spent Rs 1.28 crore on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in FY 2025-26, supporting school sanitation, education, healthcare, TB patient care, women empowerment and rehabilitation initiatives through Venus Foundation Trust, according to the company’s CSR disclosures.
The company’s CSR work during the year focused mainly on children, women, patients and underserved communities. The report states that Venus Remedies used structured surveys and field-level assessment to monitor interventions under its CSR programme. The company also reported employee participation in CSR activities, with 34% of employees regularly taking part in field and support work.
CSR Spending
According to the report, Venus Remedies’ average net profit for the preceding three financial years was Rs 52.05 crore. Based on this, its prescribed CSR obligation for FY 2025-26 was Rs 1.04 crore.
The company spent Rs 1.28 crore on CSR activities during the year. The expenditure included the current year’s CSR obligation and use of a set-off amount of Rs 24.08 lakh from the preceding year. The company implemented the projects through Venus Foundation Trust, its social responsibility arm.
Table: Venus Remedies CSR Spending FY 2025-26
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Venus Remedies Limited |
| Sector | Pharmaceutical Company |
| Report Year | FY 2025-26 |
| Total CSR Spend | Rs 1.28 Crore |
| Average Net Profit | Rs 52.05 Crore |
| Prescribed CSR Obligation | Rs 1.04 Crore |
| Set-Off Amount Used | Rs 24.08 Lakh from preceding year |
| CSR Implementing Arm | Venus Foundation Trust |
| Foundation Established | April 2025 |
| Employee CSR Participation | 34% employees regularly participated |
| Main CSR Focus Areas | School Sanitation, Education, Healthcare, TB Care, Women Empowerment, Rehabilitation |
| Largest CSR Allocation | Rs 72.95 Lakh for Clean & Safe School Initiative |
| School Infrastructure Work | More than 20 classrooms renovated and upgraded |
| Sanitation Support | 70 toilets constructed or renovated |
| Drinking Water Support | 68 drinking water taps installed |
| EduPath Programme Spend | Rs 10.69 Lakh |
| EduPath Beneficiaries | 315 students |
| Healthcare Beneficiaries | 438 individuals |
| TB Army Project | Supported 5 TB patients and their families through treatment |
| Good Health & Well Being Spend | Rs 7.77 Lakh |
| Medical Camp Reach | 318 people received screenings and consultations |
| Women Empowerment Programme | NayiShuruaat |
| NayiShuruaat Spend | Rs 2.20 Lakh |
| Women Trained | 20 women completed English language course |
| Rehabilitation Support | Rs 3.49 Lakh for Children Care Institute in Himachal Pradesh |
| Mandi Rehabilitation Support | Rs 1.40 Lakh |
| Differently-Abled Children Support | Rs 5 Lakh in Hoshiarpur, Punjab |
| ESG Highlight | ISO 14064-1 carbon accounting certification maintained |
| Source Basis | Venus Remedies Limited CSR Disclosures FY 2025-26 |
Foundation Work
Venus Foundation Trust completed its first full year of operations in FY 2025-26. The Trust was established in April 2025 under the chairpersonship of Ekta S. Chaudhary. During the year, it expanded from a single-member structure to a six-member team.
The report states that the Trust operated independently from Panchkula and followed a governance process involving pre- and post-intervention surveys. These surveys were used to understand needs, plan interventions and assess outcomes after project completion.
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School Sanitation
The largest CSR allocation during the year was made to the Clean & Safe School Initiative. Venus Remedies spent Rs 72.95 lakh on this programme, which focused on improving school infrastructure, sanitation and access to safe drinking water.
Under the initiative, more than 20 classrooms were renovated and upgraded. The Trust constructed or renovated 70 toilets, including separate facilities for boys and girls and disability-accessible washrooms. It also installed 68 drinking water taps across schools.
The report states that an adopted government school received an award from the Haryana Government for campus beautification during the year. The project reflects the company’s focus on making school spaces safer, cleaner and more usable for children.
Education Pathways
Venus Remedies also supported the EduPath programme, with spending of Rs 10.69 lakh during the year. The programme supported 315 students through learning, career guidance and higher education exposure.
The programme had three components. Little Steps focused on foundational learning and life skills for children in Anganwadis and primary schools. Disha supported students in Classes 9 and 10 with career awareness and subject-selection guidance. The programme also included a partnership with Physics Wallah to improve access to coaching support.
The third component, Beyond Streams, supported Class 12 students in understanding higher education options through university visits and expert interactions. The report presents EduPath as a continuous learning pathway for students at different stages of schooling.
Health Support
Healthcare remained an important CSR area for Venus Remedies, given its identity as a pharmaceutical company. The report states that the company’s healthcare initiatives reached 438 individuals during FY 2025-26.
One of the key interventions was the TB Army project, aligned with India’s national goal of TB elimination. In its first year, the project supported five TB patients and their families through the treatment journey. The support focused on continuity of care, which is important in TB treatment because incomplete treatment can affect recovery and public health outcomes.
The company also spent Rs 7.77 lakh under Good Health & Well Being programmes. These included medical camps that provided screenings and consultations to 318 people from underserved communities.
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Women Empowerment
Venus Foundation Trust also implemented NayiShuruaat, a women empowerment and skill development programme. The project received Rs 2.20 lakh during the year.
The programme focused on skills, confidence and livelihood readiness. According to the report, 20 women completed an English language course. Some participants later volunteered to teach primary school children. Women were also trained in stitching, baking and beauty services.
The report mentions early livelihood outcomes, including one participant securing a tele-calling role and others strengthening tailoring-based income activities. The project was designed to support women’s economic participation through practical skills.
Rehabilitation Support
The company also supported children’s care, rehabilitation and assistance for differently-abled children. It spent Rs 3.49 lakh on a Children Care Institute in Himachal Pradesh and Rs 1.40 lakh on rehabilitation efforts in Mandi.
Venus Remedies also allocated Rs 5 lakh for promoting health and education for differently-abled children in Hoshiarpur, Punjab. These initiatives were aimed at supporting vulnerable children through health, education and care-linked interventions.
Environmental Action
The report also refers to environmental and operational sustainability measures. Venus Remedies maintained ISO 14064-1 carbon accounting certification. It also stated that antibiotic discharge from its plants remained within Predicted No-Effect Concentration limits, which is relevant to antimicrobial resistance management.
The company also plans to strengthen its Environment, Health and Safety systems and commission advanced sewage and effluent treatment systems at new facilities. These disclosures are part of the company’s broader ESG and sustainability approach.
Quote Focus
“Our impact should be felt beyond the balance sheet,” Ekta S. Chaudhary, Chairperson of Venus Foundation Trust, said, according to the source material.
The statement reflects the company’s stated approach to linking business growth with social outcomes. The FY26 CSR spending shows focus on school infrastructure, healthcare access, TB care, women’s skilling and rehabilitation support.
CSR Outlook
Venus Remedies’ CSR report for FY26 shows that the company spent more than its prescribed CSR obligation and channelled the funds mainly through Venus Foundation Trust. The strongest spending area was school infrastructure and sanitation, followed by student support, healthcare, women empowerment and rehabilitation.
The report provides project names, spending figures and some beneficiary numbers. However, additional location-wise data, long-term impact results, project-wise monitoring details and independent assessment findings would help readers better understand the depth of outcomes.
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FAQs: Venus Remedies CSR Spending FY 2025-26
1. How much did Venus Remedies spend on CSR in FY 2025-26?
Venus Remedies spent Rs 1.28 crore on CSR activities during FY 2025-26.
2. What was the company’s prescribed CSR obligation?
The prescribed CSR obligation was Rs 1.04 crore for FY 2025-26.
3. Which organisation implemented the CSR projects?
The CSR projects were implemented through Venus Foundation Trust.
4. What was the largest CSR project?
The largest allocation was Rs 72.95 lakh for the Clean & Safe School Initiative.
5. What did the Clean & Safe School Initiative include?
It included classroom renovation, construction or renovation of 70 toilets and installation of 68 drinking water taps.
6. Did Venus Remedies support healthcare projects?
Yes. The company supported healthcare camps, TB patient care and rehabilitation initiatives, reaching 438 individuals.
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