Uttar Pradesh, 3 March 2025: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is committed to enhancing women’s economic opportunities in rural communities. The Company along with the Adani Foundation has supported Bhagat Devi from the Radhe self-help group (SHG) to open a Dhaba in Panari village near ACC Salai Banwa.

This initiative, facilitated by ACC and the Adani Foundation’s community outreach programmes, has provided Bhagat with a loan of Rs. 50,000, enabling her to offer affordable, homemade food to labourers and staff near the plant. The Dhaba has quickly become a place of comfort and reassurance for the workers, who have been praising the healthy, home-cooked meals offered.

Despite the positive reception, Bhagat faced numerous challenges, from managing the business to ensuring consistent quality, all while juggling family responsibilities. Her passion and commitment have driven her forward, and she has promised to repay the loan in six months, using the profits to further enhance her Dhaba. Bhagat also dreams of expanding her venture to include a vegetable and fruit shop, aiming to earn Rs. 10,000 a month, significantly improving her family’s financial situation.

ACC is committed to empowering rural communities by facilitating sustainable livelihoods. Through such projects, the Company highlights the potential of collective effort and women’s empowerment in transforming lives and fostering economic growth.

Ahmedabad, 25 February 2025: ACC, the cement and building materials company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with the Adani Foundation, continues to drive social impact through the ‘Meri Sangini Meri Margdarshika’ (MSMM) programme. Implemented across 17 ACC locations, the women-led initiative has connected rural community members to more than 20 government welfare, insurance, financial schemes and entitlements, unlocking a total value of Rs. 612 crore. MSMM facilitators are all trained local women volunteers, called ‘Sanginis’.

By simplifying bureaucratic processes, MSMM has helped beneficiaries access schemes related to healthcare, education, financial inclusion, and livelihoods — boosting household incomes and social security. So far in FY’25, the programme has linked 28,000 beneficiaries to government schemes across Karnataka, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and others.

MSMM has so far unlocked total value of Rs. 612 crore in government benefits during the fiscal, with Rs. 3.51 crore directly transferred into the beneficiaries’ bank accounts, driving financial inclusion. Communities located around ACC’s Kudithini, Wadi, Sindri, and Madukkarai plants have received higher benefits amongst all the covered locations including Bargarh, Chanda, Chaibasa, Damodar, Gagal, Jamul, Kymore, Lakheri, Thondebhavi, Tikaria, Chilhati, and Salaibanwa.

Beneficiaries have gained access to eligible welfare schemes including Ayushman Cards, e-Shram Cards, Crop Insurance, Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jivan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Street Vendors Atmnirbhar Nidhi, and others, significantly improving their financial security and livelihoods. Overall, MSMM has unlocked a value of 885 times the invested amount, underscoring its efficiency in driving social transformation.

ACC and the Adani Foundation’s commitment to inclusive growth and empowerment of women as changemakers is reflected through initiatives including MSMM, enabling maximum benefits from government schemes for thousands of underserved families in rural communities.

Uttar Pradesh, 19 February 2025: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is committed to empowering rural communities through sustainable livelihoods. The Company along with the Adani Foundation is supporting Vijay Lakshmi Devi, president of the Radhe self-help group (SHG), to expand her grocery store near ACC Salai Banwa.

Under ACC and the Adani Foundation’s community outreach initiatives, Vijay Lakshmi received a Rs. 50,000 loan which has enabled her to expand her inventory, attract more customers, and boost her family’s financial stability. Despite challenges such as balancing her growing business with family responsibilities, Vijay Lakshmi remains determined to succeed. Her goal is to repay the loan within 12 months while increasing her monthly income by Rs. 5,000, raising her family’s annual earnings to Rs. 1.20 lakh this year.

Vijay Lakshmi’s journey reflects resilience and determination. With the additional income, her family’s financial position has significantly improved, giving them the confidence to plan for a better future. She also serves as an inspiration to other rural entrepreneurs in the region.

ACC remains committed to enhancing economic opportunities for communities where it operates. Initiatives such as supporting rural entrepreneurs through SHGs highlight its efforts towards facilitating financial independence and promoting inclusive growth in rural areas of the nation.