We believe that uplift of rural communities is key to the country’s economic growth and success. We undertake various community development activities in villages and urban slums and address issues such as health & sanitation, safe drinking water supply, malnutrition, education, youth development, women’s empowerment, support to the farmer community and infrastructure development. Similar interventions are driven for smaller groups to improve the working conditions of the beneficiaries or promote their aspirations for better living conditions. These programmes not only enhance capabilities but also addresses issues like human dignity and self-respect.

Our activities in both the above-mentioned approaches include providing scholarship and grants to school children, providing them opportunities higher education, health and eye check-up, road safety trainings, yoga and meditation sessions, awareness campaign for the use of seat belt, reading road and highway signage and personal hygiene. We also provide HIV/AIDS awareness including testing and treatment, family welfare and organising celebrations of various festivals together with the promotion of social messages across different locations etc. Support for orphanages, destitute homes, senior citizens, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan are some of the other interventions that are part of our community development initiatives.

During the financial year 2021-22, MLL supported 72,635 individuals across the country through this project

At Mahindra Logistics, we believe that education and skill development are the key to empowering local communities, especially in the logistics sector that serves as a significant contributor to the Indian economy. We focus on providing vocational training, education, and employment opportunities to various sections of society such as girls, youth, children, women, elderly, and the differently abled.

Our initiatives include promoting government schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, safety and defensive training, and livelihood enhancement projects. We work with trusted NGO partners such as TRRAIN, Sewa Bharat, and I & S Foundation to provide training in retail, garment making, and agriculture, with a special focus on uplifting underprivileged communities and empowering women and PWDs.

In the financial year 2021-22, we were able to support 1,087 individuals across the country through these efforts. We remain committed to supporting education and skill development for the betterment of society and the nation’s growth.

Mahindra Logistics’ disaster management services aim to provide timely relief and rehabilitation to communities across India, either by contributing to the Prime Minister’s or Chief Minister’s Relief Fund or through direct engagement in community rebuilding. During the COVID-19 lockdown, we continued to support the affected communities by distributing relief material and groceries, ensuring that basic necessities were met.

The journey towards igniting success starts with a purpose. For Mahindra Logistics, that purpose includes sustaining the environment. Mahindra Logistics has been actively promoting environmental sustainability through various initiatives like renewable energy, waste management, and the renewal of natural water bodies. One of their notable initiatives is the Majhi Vasundhara Abhiyan. This initiative aims to mitigate the effects of climate change through citizen participation. Mahindra Logistics received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Government of Maharashtra for its efforts towards supporting this initiative.

As a responsible corporate citizen, Mahindra Logistics has taken various steps towards preserving the environment, like enhancing the green cover through tree plantation drives and promoting biodiversity. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, and they have received recognition from external stakeholders for their diligent efforts in protecting the environment and empowering communities.

During FY22, Mahindra Logistics planted over 47,656 trees, taking the total tally of trees planted since FY13 to 1,34,246. The company also reached out to 4672 individuals through environmental awareness activities. These initiatives not only promote sustainability but also help in improving farmers’ livelihoods through fruit tree plantation.

Mahindra Logistics’ efforts towards environmental sustainability have not only made a difference in their community but also sets an example for others to follow. As the world faces the challenges of climate change, it is important for individuals and corporations alike to take responsibility and work towards a sustainable future. By igniting success through purpose-driven initiatives, we can make a positive impact on the world around us.

The company’s commitment to Igniting success is evident in its well-structured and comprehensive approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR). With a multi-tiered governance mechanism in place, the company aims to ensure compliance with Section 135 of the Act and related rules.

To this end, the Mahindra Logistics CSR Committee has been established in accordance with the aforementioned provisions. The committee has been tasked with formulating and recommending an annual action plan to the Board in line with the company’s CSR policy and the Act. The plan will include the list of CSR projects or programmes that have been approved to be implemented in areas or subjects specified in Schedule VII of the Act.

In addition, the committee will determine the manner of executing such projects or programmes, the modalities of utilising funds and implementation schedules, and the monitoring and reporting mechanisms for the projects or programmes. The committee will also provide details of the need and impact assessment, if any, for the projects undertaken by the company.

Although the Board may alter the plan during the financial year, it can only do so based on the CSR Committee’s recommendation and with reasonable justification. By having a comprehensive and structured approach to CSR, the company is paving the way for Igniting success not just for itself but also for the communities it serves.

To ensure effective implementation of its CSR policy, the company has established a CSR Council, which is chaired by the Managing Director & CEO of the Company and includes senior management executives and CSR executives. The CSR Council’s main objective is to implement the Annual Action Plan as determined by the CSR Committee and report to the Mahindra Logistics CSR Committee. To ensure maximum impact, the CSR Council aims to focus on fewer projects or causes and will convene periodic meetings to review progress.

The CSR Council may conduct situational analysis, need assessment surveys, project visits, impact assessment, social audits etc., either directly or through a third-party agency, especially for the strategic and high-value CSR programmes. The CSR Council will also review the CSR strategy periodically and may recommend new focus areas and projects to the CSR Committee.

The Board will ensure that the funds disbursed are used for the approved purposes and in the approved manner. 

The company may undertake CSR initiatives itself or through eligible implementing partners/agencies. In addition, the company may implement its CSR activities through Corporate Foundations/Trusts such as the Mahindra Foundation, The K C Mahindra Education Trust, Tech Mahindra Foundation, Naandi Foundation, or any other eligible entity established by the company or the Mahindra group, either individually or with other companies.

By establishing the CSR Council and working with eligible partners/agencies, the company is ensuring that its CSR initiatives are implemented effectively, with a focus on fewer projects or causes for maximum impact. The use of Corporate Foundations/Trusts adds to the company’s ability to create meaningful change and Ignite success for the communities it serves.

The CSR Policy may be amended by the Board of Directors based on the CSR Committee’s recommendations as necessary, subject to applicable laws. Additionally, any statutory or regulatory changes will automatically be considered a part of the CSR Policy and will be binding on the company, even if these changes are not explicitly incorporated into the policy.

The CSR Policy may be amended by the Board of Directors based on the CSR Committee’s recommendations as necessary, subject to applicable laws. Additionally, any statutory or regulatory changes will automatically be considered a part of the CSR Policy and will be binding on the company, even if these changes are not explicitly incorporated into the policy.