A holistic approch
To sustainability.
COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
GRI Standards
Corporate Social Responsibility
Touching Lives – Across the Community –
As a responsible corporate citizen, we firmly believe in ensuring the well-being of society. Embracing a partnership approach, we actively engage in meaningful initiatives that promote 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 brough positive change in the lives 46,000+ people.
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:
Approving the CSR programmes to be undertaken by the company, as specified in schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013
Recommendation of the amount of expenditure to be incurred on these 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
- As part of our CSR initiatives, our Company trains unemployed youth through our Mobile Training Academy and empower women through livelihood interventions. We conducted a 3-day 'Basic Training in Painting' workshop for women in Lucknow, providing theoretical and hands-on training to enhance their painting skills and foster creativity. This initiative aims to support the socio-economic development of the community and equip participants for a brighter future.
Promoting Education
- In our commitment to education, we distributed Anganwadi Kits to new Model Anganwadi Centres near the Jainpur Plant in Kanpur, earning appreciation from the Governor of Uttar Pradesh. We also collaborate with educational institutes to support learning in rural areas, providing training and guidance to underprivileged students. Our efforts include renovating science labs, installing drinking water and solar power facilities, and constructing classrooms and boundary walls in various schools. These initiatives aim to significantly enhance educational infrastructure.
Rural/Community Development
- We have launched several initiatives to support local communities near our plants. We painted boundary walls with environmental slogans to promote sustainability and conservation and conducted fencing and maintenance to enhance safety and appearance. Notably, we focused on providing basic infrastructure and facilities to rural communities, aiming to improve their living standards by ensuring access to essential services. These efforts reflect our commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen and giving back to the communities that host our operations.
Preventive Health Care and Sanitation
- Near our Goindwal plant, we organized an “Eye check up and Cataract Surgery” camp to support the local community. The initiative addressed vision impairment by providing essential eye checkups and cataract surgeries, ensuring quality healthcare for those in need. The community-focused effort aligns with our corporate goals to positively impact the well-being of the local population.
Ensuring Environmental Sustainability
- KNPL undertook a tree plantation drive in various locations near our Jainpur Plant in Kanpur. We employed the environmentally conscious ‘Miyawaki Technique,’ during this drive, with the aim to enhance ecological sustainability and biodiversity. This innovative method involves planting a diverse array of native species in a dense, multi-layered pattern, fostering rapid growth and creating a resilient and self-sustaining ecosystem. Such green initiatives embody our dedication to promoting environmental conservation and building a healthier and more sustainable future for the communities we serve.
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’.
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:
