Alibaug: Hikal Limited, a leading global life sciences partner, has transformed the 130-year-old Zilla Parishad Marathi School in Zirad, Alibaug through a landmark digital infrastructure upgrade.
This initiative, executed in collaboration with Utkarsh Global Foundation, is part of Hikal’s flagship CSR program Srijan, aimed at creating meaningful, long-term impact in communities around its operational areas.
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As part of the Hikal CSR initiative, the school now boasts:
- 70 brand-new wooden benches, replacing damaged furniture,
- Eight 43-inch LED Smart TVs to enable digital learning,
- A projector and screen for interactive student skill-building sessions,
- A multifunction printer to support administrative efficiency, and
- A shaded handwash area to promote hygiene and student wellness.
These enhancements aim to build a safe, inclusive, and engaging educational environment, encourage regular student attendance, and bridge the rural-urban learning gap through technology.
“We believe that the real success of a business lies in enabling inclusive growth,” said Jai Hiremath, Executive Chairman, Hikal Limited. “This initiative reflects our philosophy that education is a key driver of progress, and we’re proud to help unlock the potential of students in Zirad.”
Echoing the sentiment, Sameer Hiremath, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, added, “This effort represents a forward-looking vision of education – digitally enabled, equitable, and community-focused. It’s an investment in future resilience.”
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Hikal CSR Platform: Social Interventions
Hikal’s Srijan CSR platform supports a broad spectrum of social interventions, including secondary education, healthcare, sanitation, skill-building, employability, and environmental sustainability.
The latest initiative in Zirad further cements Hikal CSR as a catalyst for impactful change in rural India.
