Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital has taken a notable step in supporting child nutrition by sponsoring mid-day meals as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. In collaboration with The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the leading NGO in implementing the PM POSHAN program, the hospital has contributed to serving over 424,252 meals to more than 2,556 beneficiaries in 34 government and government-aided schools for the fiscal year 2023-24.
Mr. Dheeraj ET, AVP – Operations at Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are proud to be a part of this initiative, as it reflects our commitment to promote not just eye health but also the holistic well-being within communities. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of young minds, while contributing to their physical and cognitive growth.”
In addition to the meal sponsorship, Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital has also contributed a food delivery van in Hubli to assist in meal distribution, facilitating the delivery of approximately 6,000 meals daily across 28 schools in the location. This further enhances the hospital's commitment to community welfare and aligns with Akshaya Patra’s mission to eliminate classroom hunger.
Mr. Dhananjay Ganjoo, CMO at The Akshaya Patra Foundation, highlighted the significance of such partnerships, saying, “Collaborations with Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital are vital in our quest to nurture the health and educational prospects of children. Their support extends beyond mere philanthropy; it is an investment in the future of our nation. Together, we are setting a precedent for how the corporate sector can contribute effectively to social causes.”
The Akshaya Patra Foundation is operating the world’s largest NGO-led school meal program, nourishing over 2 million children across 72 locations in 16 States & 2 Union Territories, every day across India. This partnership exemplifies the power of collective effort and dedication towards the common goal of improving the health and education of India’s future generations.
About Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital
Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital a comprehensive eye hospital offering a one-stop solution for eye ailments; was started in the year 1957. Now the hospital is in its 65th year of offering quality services in eye care. It has 150+ hospitals across India. With a visible footprint in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andaman, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Punjab, Jammu and Madhya Pradesh. A tertiary eye care centre at Mauritius marks its first step towards establishing an international presence extended up to 15 branches covering the Indian Ocean region & African countries.
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About The Akshaya Patra Foundation
The Akshaya Patra Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that strives to address classroom hunger and malnutrition in India. By implementing the PM Poshan Program Scheme in Government and Government-aided schools, Akshaya Patra aims to fight hunger and, at the same time, bring children to school.
Since 2000, Akshaya Patra has worked towards reaching out to children with wholesome food every single school day. The Foundation is continuously leveraging technology to cater to millions of children. Its state-of-the-art kitchens have become a subject of study and attract curious visitors from around the world.
As an implementing partner of the PM Poshan program with support of the Government of India and various State Governments, Akshaya Patra has grown from humble beginnings serving just 1,500 school children across five schools to becoming the world’s largest (not-for-profit run) PM Poshan programme, serving wholesome food to over 2.1 million children from 24,082 schools across 16 states and 2 union territory in India.