A holistic approch
To sustainability.
COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
GRI Standards
Corporate Social Responsibility
Touching Lives – Across the Community –
As a responsible corporate citizen, we are deeply committed to the well-being of society. Adopting a partnership driven approach, we actively participate in impactful initiatives that foster shared progress and inclusive growth. These endeavours complement our core business proposition, which revolves around encouraging well-being through colours. We combine our business goals with a genuine commitment to societal welfare, creating a positive impact and contributing to the holistic development of the communities we serve. Our approach reflects the belief that achieving success requires both our business and the wider society to thrive together. Through our CSR intervention, we brought positive change in the lives 80,000+ people. Together with our communities, we are painting a canvas of progress and prosperity.
Mission & Philosophy of CSR function –
The Mission and philosophy of CSR function of the Company is “To contribute positively to the development of the society, by acting as a good neighbour, considerate of others, playing the role of a good corporate citizen with passion and compassion.” Hence the CSR activities undertaken by the organisation essentially focus on four core areas of Environment, Health, Education and Community Development. The focus of the Company is to contribute to various institutions and initiatives around the manufacturing locations to provide social services to the needy.
CSR Vision of the Company –
The CSR vision of the Company is to strive to be a responsible corporate by proactively partnering in the Environmental, Social and Economic development of the communities through the use of innovative technologies, products as well as through activities beyond normal business.
CSR Roles & Responsibilities
The company has constituted a CSR Committee of the Board, consisting of a judicious combination of independent and non-independent Directors to guide and drive CSR agenda of the organization.
The CSR Committee guides through the following major activities:
formulate and recommend to the Board, a CSR Policy which shall indicate the activities to be undertaken by the Company in areas or subject, specified in Schedule VII of the Act;
recommend the amount of expenditure to be incurred on the activities
Monitoring the CSR policy of the company from time to time
The CSR Sub-Committee ensures execution of various CSR activities.
We engage in CSR initiatives by collaborating with our team, NGO partners, and government entities.
We actively encourage our employees to volunteer their time and skills in these endeavours.
Through our dedicated CSR efforts, we remain committed to creating a positive impact and contributing to the well-being and development of the communities we serve.
Livelihood & Skill Enhancement
- Aligned with our vision of empowering individuals and fostering sustainable communities, we continued the transformative skill enhancement initiative for painters this year. This programme was delivered through classroom sessions as well as the Mobile Training Academy (Pragati Express), introducing advanced technologies and techniques that have significantly elevated the skills of the participants.
Promoting Education
- As a part of our commitment to education, we have undertaken several initiatives to support underprivileged students and schools, especially in rural areas. We provided essential school stationery and kits to ensure that students have the necessary learning materials. To enhance digital literacy, we equipped schools with computers and laptops, enabling students to access modern educational resources. Additionally, we contributed to improving school infrastructure by providing furniture, constructing shades, observatory towers, compound walls, and hall flooring.
Rural/Community Development
- At KNPL, we have undertaken several initiatives to improve infrastructure in remote areas near our plants. Our efforts include the installation of borewells to ensure water availability, lighting towers for enhanced safety, and CCTV cameras for better security. We have also contributed to the construction of community halls, pickup sheds, and paver block roads to improve public amenities. Additionally, tin shades have been provided for public spaces, and PlayStation infrastructure has been developed to promote recreation and well-being
Contribution to TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
- As a part of our commitment to community well-being, KNPL undertook various initiatives under preventive healthcare and sanitation. We organised health and eye check-up camps and facilitated cataract surgeries for the poor and needy villagers near our plants. Our health awareness campaigns educated communities on hygiene and disease prevention. Moreover, we provided nutrition kits to TB patients under TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, which helped them in their recovery. Additionally, we contributed to improved sanitation by constructing toilets and distributing mosquito nets to prevent vector-borne diseases. These efforts reflect our dedication to fostering healthier communities and improving overall public health.
Ensuring Environmental Sustainability
- As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability, we undertook various initiatives to enhance green spaces and improve global environment. Our efforts included beautification through painting of educational institutions, hospitals, and rehabilitation centres, helping create a vibrant and uplifting environment for students, patients, and residents. Additionally, we conducted extensive tree plantation drives to promote biodiversity and combat climate change. Through these activities, we aimed to foster a cleaner, greener, and healthier ecosystem while actively engaging with local communities to build a sustainable future.
Restoration of Buildings & Sites of Historical Importance
- Projects for the Conservation of National Heritage sites, Art & Culture.
- Promotion & Development of Traditional Arts and Handicrafts
Promoting Tribal Art
- KNPL’s CSR initiative, Nerolac Art Tales, showcased a stunning mural themed around the 5 Elements of Nature, created by Tribal Groups and Art students. Artists from the Sohrai Tribe participated in this activity, whereby we partnered with the NGO ‘A Hundred Hands’ to highlight the ‘Importance of Harmony with Tribal Art’.
Women Empowerment through Skill Development
- KNPL, in collaboration with the Dishantar NGO, is spearheading the Annapurna Project to empower marginalised women farmers in Juvaad Island, Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. This initiative has equipped marginal and landless women farmers with essential skills and resources, enabling them to become successful farm entrepreneurs while promoting sustainable agricultural practices that nurture both livelihoods and the environment. Our ‘Annapurna Project’ has resulted in enhanced capacities of landless and marginal women farmers to generate income through natural resource-based livelihood.
KNPL is committed to create maximum positive value through long-term symbiotic relationships with the communities we operate in.
The Company has carried out impact assessment in terms of Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, as amended, through an independent agency for a project having outlay of `1 Crore or more and that has completed not less than one year before undertaking the impact study.
The CSR Programs covered a large number of beneficiaries across the nation. The training programs enhanced the skill set of all the beneficiaries which benefitted them in various ways. It is also evident that their income increased significantly after the training program. Hence, the CSR projects can be stated as highly impactful.
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals:
