Hinduja Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Hinduja Group, on the occasion of World Environment Day, announced the successful implementation of an integrated Rainwater Harvesting, Wastewater Recycling and Urban Afforestation initiative at the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) Group 1 Campus in Ramtekdi, Pune, in partnership with Centre for Environmental Research and Education (CERE).

The initiative has been undertaken under Hinduja Foundation’s flagship Jal Jeevan programme supported by Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited and Gulf Oil Lubricants India Limited to strengthen water security, groundwater recharge, wastewater management, and biodiversity restoration within the campus ecosystem. The project directly benefits over 4,000 SRPF personnel and residents while contributing to long-term ecological resilience in the surrounding region.

Commenting on the initiative, Raman Kalyanakrishnan, CEO, Hinduja Foundation, said:
“At Hinduja Foundation, we believe environmental sustainability must be built through integrated, community-driven solutions that create long-term impact. This initiative at the SRPF Group 1 Campus demonstrates how water conservation, wastewater recycling, and biodiversity restoration can come together to create climate-resilient ecosystems within urban environments. By strengthening groundwater recharge, improving green cover, and promoting ecological restoration, we are not only enhancing environmental resilience but also contributing towards healthier and more sustainable communities for future generations.”

The project focused on three key areas - rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge, wastewater recycling and pond rejuvenation, and urban afforestation with biodiversity restoration.

Key project interventions and impact include:

The intervention has also contributed significantly to biodiversity enhancement across the campus. The restored ecosystem now supports 31 bird species, 15 insect species, nine butterfly species, along with multiple mammal and reptile species. Ecologically significant species observed at the site include the Indian Grey Hornbill and Indian Peafowl, alongside keystone Ficus species that support local ecological balance.

Dr. Rashneh N. Pardiwala, Founder & Director of the Centre for Environmental Research and Education (CERE) said “This project demonstrates how simple nature-based solutions can effectively address urban environmental challenges. Through scientific planning and on-ground implementation, CERE has worked to restore water systems, improve biodiversity, recycle wastewater so as to reduce soil pollution, and enhance green cover across the SRPF campus. This initiative while creating a healthier and more sustainable environment for the people training and working within the campus has also helped farmers surrounding the SRPF campus whose crop productivity suffered due to wastewater seepage into the ground.”

Ms. Tejaswi Satpute, the Commandant of State Reserve Police Force Group 1 Campus added:
“The project has brought significant improvement to the SRPF Group 1 Campus by solving water management and wastewater treatment issues. The pond rejuvenation and plantation activities have greatly improved the campus ecosystem and created a greener and healthier environment for our police personnel and residents.”

About Hinduja Foundation:

Deeply rooted on the philanthropic principles of the Founder of Hinduja Group, Shri Parmanand Deepchand Hinduja, this Foundation is a public charitable trust established first in Mumbai in 1968. In its 50 years of existence, with the guidance of the Hinduja Family and support from Hinduja Group companies, its global presence has led to the development in the fields of Education, Healthcare, Water Stewardship, Sustainable Rural Development, Social Welfare, Arts & Culture and Sports. It also works actively with the Group Companies in delivering an aligned approach to creating Social Impact.

About Hinduja Group:

The Hinduja Group is a 111-year-old transnational conglomerate with over 250,000 employees across 100 countries. Founded in 1914 by Late Shri Parmanand Deepchand Hinduja, the Group has evolved into one of India’s most respected diversified business houses, with a leadership in automotive and mobility, banking and financial services, IT and digital solutions, energy and healthcare. Through its enterprises, the Group has contributed to India’s industrial evolution and economic progress while building strong global partnerships and market presence worldwide. Anchored in robust governance, disciplined risk management and long-term value creation, the Hinduja Group is guided by its enduring credo, “My Dharma is to work so that I can give,” reflecting a legacy that combines global enterprise with nation-building and community commitment.

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