Sweetening Lives For Our Country To Thrive

At Balrampur Chini Mills Limited, we are dedicated to fostering equitable and sustainable economic, social, environmental, and cultural growth for underprivileged communities, especially around our factories and corporate office. Over the years, we have focused on enhancing lives through sustainable livelihoods, education, healthcare, and sanitation.

Our CSR vision is to drive social and economic change for marginalized groups by supporting livelihood initiatives that improve quality of life and contribute to building a better India.

Our CSR Policy and Our Social Impact Assessment Report

Education

Aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality), BCML is dedicated to fostering holistic educational development and improving overall well-being in Uttar Pradesh. The company has actively worked to strengthen the educational infrastructure of numerous schools, ensuring that students have access to safe, well-equipped classrooms, libraries, and learning resources that create an enabling environment for effective learning.

Beyond infrastructure, BCML has promoted experiential and skill-based learning, recognizing that education extends beyond textbooks. Initiatives such as community science fairs, hands-on workshops, and vocational skill programs have provided students with opportunities to explore practical applications of knowledge, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. These programs are designed to make learning engaging, relevant, and aligned with real-world needs, helping students develop competencies essential for future careers.

In line with the principles of gender equality, BCML has prioritized inclusive education by ensuring that girls have equal access to learning opportunities and resources. Programs addressing health, literacy, and life skills equip young women with the confidence, knowledge, and agency to participate fully in their communities and pursue their ambitions without barriers.

By bridging gaps in access, quality, and infrastructure, BCML is empowering the next generation not only with knowledge but also with the tools for personal growth, health, and equal opportunity. Through these sustained interventions, the company contributes to building a more educated, skilled, and equitable society, helping communities thrive socially, economically, and culturally.

Healthcare

Dedicated to improving healthcare access in underserved regions, the initiative focuses on both curative and preventive care. Support is extended to rural healthcare facilities and ANM centres, ensuring essential medical services reach even remote communities, with emphasis on maternal and child health, routine check-ups, and timely medical attention.

Preventive measures are a key component, including the distribution of mosquito nets and blankets, cleaning of drainage systems, fogging drives, and community hygiene campaigns. These efforts help reduce the spread of diseases and promote overall health awareness, encouraging safer and healthier living environments.

Special attention is also given to children with disabilities, facilitating access to medical care, therapy, and learning resources. By combining these interventions, the program strengthens rural healthcare systems, fosters inclusivity, and supports resilient, healthier communities.

Sustainable livelihood/Agriculture:

The initiative supports marginal farmers by promoting climate-resilient and efficient agricultural practices. By combining modern technology with traditional methods, farmers are better equipped to adapt to changing conditions and improve crop yields.

Access to advanced tools like laser land levellers, solar fencing, pumps, and tillers, along with support for pond construction and water body rejuvenation, has eased labor, improved resource management, and lowered costs. These interventions enhance farm productivity and sustainability.

Alongside equipment, targeted training helps farmers adopt sustainable practices and make informed decisions. By integrating technology, skill-building, and resource management, the program strengthens livelihoods and fosters resilience within farming communities.

Women empowerment:

To promote inclusive growth, the initiative focuses on strengthening the economic independence of women. Tailoring training programs and similar capacity-building initiatives provide women with practical skills that enable them to generate income and support their families, fostering financial autonomy and self-reliance.

Alongside skill development, Adult Literacy Centres play a pivotal role in enhancing literacy and life skills among community members, especially women. These programs boost confidence, enable better participation in decision-making, and help women navigate daily life with greater independence.

By combining education, skill-building, and livelihood opportunities, the programs reflect a holistic approach to women’s empowerment. They not only equip women with tangible abilities but also create avenues for sustained social and economic development, fostering stronger, more resilient communities.

Environment:

Our environmental initiatives focus on restoring ecosystems and conserving natural resources while promoting climate-conscious living. Afforestation drives using both Miyawaki and traditional plantation methods have expanded green cover, improving carbon sequestration and supporting ecosystem balance.

Promotion of renewable energy through solar lighting systems has provided clean, reliable illumination to rural communities while reducing dependence on conventional energy sources and lowering carbon emissions. These efforts help communities adopt sustainable practices and contribute to a greener environment.

Animal welfare is also a priority, with fodder supply initiatives supporting local biodiversity and fostering compassion. By combining ecological restoration, renewable energy, and community participation, these programs reflect a holistic environmental perspective, strengthening stewardship and enhancing resilience in rural areas.

Socially Conscious Corporate Citizen

Empowerment

In the last 5 years 2,391 women have been supported with livelihood opportunities

Around 4,440 women were provided with Adult Literacy program

In the last 5 years

31,000+ farmers were supported with equipment and training

More than 100 waterbodies rejuvenated for improved irrigation

Environment

In the past five years, over 1,300 solar lights were installed

About 6.6 lakh trees planted

In the past five years:

Over 200,000 students have benefited.

Infrastructure support has been provided to 150 schools.

Health Community Development

In the last 5 years around 40 Healthcare facilities supported

More than 2 lakh patients benefited

Capacity Building

It is needless to mention that the problem of unemployment gives rise to the problem of poverty. The conundrum of poverty and the need for skill development remains a national challenge. During the year 2018-19 the Company had setup its Skilling Centre (Nipun) in Noida, Uttar Pradesh in association National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) for skilling of 1000 women over a period of 24 months to empower women from various rural and urban areas of Uttar Pradesh. This programme offers economic security and stability to women by facilitating employment related training.In light of this, the Company partnered with National Skill Development Fund (NSDF) and National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) with an objective to create a strong foothold in skill development arena under its CSR mandate. The aim of this project is to instill economic security and stability among the youth through skill training and holistic development; facilitating enhanced access to opportunities through jobs. Implementation of this project was carried out in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The project was to be implemented in 2 Phases viz. Phase-I and Phase-II each with the target of 500 women candidates.

Community Development

  • 1383 SOLAR LIGHTS INSTALLED IN THE LAST 5 YEARS

  • MORE THAN 6 LAKH TREES HAVE BEEN PLANTED IN THE LAST 5 YEARS

  • AROUND 215 SCIENCE LABS HAVE BEEN INTRODUCED AT SCHOOLS IN THE LAST 5 YEARS

  • IN THE LAST 5 YEARS ALMOST 101 WATER BODIES HAVE BEEN REJUVENATED

Miscellaneous

The Company is also engaged in the following welfare activities –

  • Drinking water facility
  • Disaster management
  • Conservation of Natural Resources
  • Sanitation
  • Rural Development