5 Atul Foundation | Annual Report 2024-25 | Organisation Atul Foundation Trust (Atul Foundation), is committed to fostering sustainable socio-economic upliftment, particularly in the lives of underprivileged communities, through relevant programs and projects aligned with national priorities such as education, empowerment, health, relief, infrastructure and conservation. The activities of Atul Foundation are implemented through a network of dedicated institutions and committed project teams, whose combined efforts exemplify strong collaboration, mutual trust and a shared sense of purpose. This team-oriented approach fosters efficiency and adaptability across a range of developmental areas. The Management Committee of Atul Foundation works under the direction and guidance of the Board of Trustees. It is supported by teams responsible for operations and projects. Its impact is regularly reviewed by the Management of Atul Ltd, its Board and the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee. Chairperson’s foreword Dear Readers, This annual report presents an overview of the work undertaken by Atul Foundation throughout 2024-25 in the areas of education, empowerment, health, relief, infrastructure and conservation. Our collective efforts have not only strengthened the ongoing initiatives but also enabled us to explore new avenues to improve the lives of people in need. The Foundation continued to implement its programs in collaboration with various partners, with a focus on addressing the needs of underprivileged communities in a structured and sustainable manner. This year, the engagement deepened significantly across various regions and communities. Efforts were intensified to improve access to quality education, empower tribal and rural population, promote healthier families, support individuals living in challenging circumstances, enhance village infrastructure and advance environmental conservation. The projects undertaken delivered positive outcomes while contributing to the development of long-term resilience and local capacity. Under the education initiative, we were selected by Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC) to establish GMDC Atul Vidyalaya, a school located near a key mining site in the remote village of Kadipani, close to the Madhya Pradesh border. This initiative brings structured, quality education to children residing in Kadipani and neighbouring villages, marking a meaningful step in expanding our educational outreach. It also serves as an acknowledgement of our expertise in providing quality education, nurturing young minds and managing schools and educational institutions. A noteworthy development this year has been the commencement of focused implementation of a wide range of projects in Mama Bhacha village, one of the remote areas in the region. In view of its unique vulnerabilities, we have prioritised this village for integrated development, combining interventions across education, empowerment, health, relief, infrastructure and conservation to create a model village through active community participation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our team members, distributors, vendors, customers, and the overseas offices of Atul Ltd, as well as to volunteers, institutions, gram panchayats and well-wishers, for coming together in support of our Sanjeevani initiative, under which we collectively planted 1,25,019 trees on July 3, 2024. We will now make this an annual event as a symbol of our contribution towards building a greener and healthier planet. Looking ahead, we remain committed to expanding our reach to underserved regions and marginalised communities. Our strategic roadmap involves forging innovative partnerships, learning from experts, developing our own sustainable economic model and implementing it on a larger scale with the active involvement of local communities. We aim to apply the insights gained over the past years and scale up our projects, thereby further broadening our outreach. We remain dedicated to improving the lives of the less privileged and creating a lasting impact that upholds and advances the vision of our Founder. We are deeply grateful to all our donors, partners and government bodies for their continued support and trust. It is their belief in our mission that enables us to continue making a meaningful difference. I thank all supporters and well-wishers for their unwavering support and encouragement. Sincerely, Vimla Lalbhai (Chairperson) 4 | Chairperson’s foreword
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