K Raheja, led by Chandru Raheja, is changing the lives of less privileged by ushering in a change
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K Raheja, led by Chandru Raheja, is changing the lives of less privileged by ushering in a change

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In a bid to make a difference by changing the lives of unprivileged, K Raheja Corp, led by Chandru Raheja, is creating a more equitable environment for the society with a number of steps taken by the group in the last decade.

Envisioning a change in the lives of unprivileged sections of the society, the group is hosting a number of activities, bridging the gap between organization and the beneficiaries. The group has established multiple facilities like the L S Raheja Technical School, SL Raheja Hospital & Diabetic Research Center, and L S Raheja College of Arts & Architecture for a better future and equal growth of the poverty-stricken people.

The company has partnerships with NGOs, governments and other stakeholders. It also passionately supports the Marrow Donor Registry India (MDRI) – a registered NGO working towards sourcing of bone marrow donors. With all these steps, K Raheja Corp is surely making a substantial value addition to the society.

Contribution in the field of education

Chandru Raheja is a strong believer that the education has the power to change anything. Realizing the importance of the same, the group laid the foundation of LS Raheja College and L S Raheja Technical School. Other education initiatives by K Raheja Corp include elementary education facilities for site workers’ children, educational institutions under the Sadhna Education Society, and other institutions set up for Arts and Commerce.

One of the most influential step taken by K Raheja is the Teaching Tree, led by its business parks, Mindspace and NGOs Teach for India, Save the Children and others. The group believes that the education is like investment, which reaps the rewards in future.

The initiative provides quality education to the children of daily wage earners. It promises a dignified and meaningful future. Teaching Tree also educates the teachers and ensures passage of improved education to the students.

Book collection drives and art exhibitions are some of the other activities, where the kids get a chance to showcase their talent within the Mindspace Business Park giving them a chance to interact with some of the best from the IT industry. Under this program, K Raheja Corp’s employees have also pledged their time and aid to the children.

Community Upkeep

K Raheja Corp has also taken up the drive to transform Hyderabad’s Durgam Chevuru Lake by partnering with TSIIC (Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation). Also known as Secret Lake because it is hidden between Jubilee Hills and Madhapur, its transformation will give the residents of Hyderabad a scenic spot in the city.

The group envisions to provide Hyderabad a clean waterfront, along with enhanced biodiversity with this project, which will transform the lake into a scenic space with facilities for health, entertainment, fitness, adventure and restoration. The work on this project began in May 2017.

Worker Welfare

Chandru Raheja has been a torchbearer for worker welfare. He makes sure that the last-mile laborer is taken care of with his belief of doing well to the people begins at home. The company provides medical care facilities and mobile crèches for all construction site workers. It also takes care of the health, sanitation and meals of their children.

Training
The training initiatives of K Raheja are driven by empowerment. The company has the following programs, under this division:

  • Apparel training center: The center trains women in various skills related to the apparel industry to help them become financially independent.
  • Youth readiness training: Promising a progressive future with ample employment opportunities, the youth from rural areas are trained in inherent skills.

Healthcare

Providing top-notch healthcare to communities, following are the initiatives taken by K Raheja Corp.

  • S L Raheja Hospital– Center of Excellence in Diabetes and Oncology
  • Marrow Donor Registry India (MDRI) – A registered NGO working towards sourcing of bone marrow donors

The group plays a potent role in the development of the society. The originator of K Raheja Corp, Chandru Raheja has taken a number of steps in the direction of creating a sustainable community for the future generations.

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