In a significant step toward equitable access to safe water, Lubrizol, a global specialty chemicals leader, in partnership with Ashirvad by Aliaxis, India’s leading CPVC pipes and fittings brand has completed the installation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) infrastructure across four government schools in the Pune district of Maharashtra. The initiative, implemented with support from Jal Seva Charitable Foundation, will ensure access to 13,000 litres of safe and clean water every single day benefiting over 565 students and 26 staff members.

For many children growing up in the rural villages on the outskirts of Pune, something as fundamental as clean water at school cannot be taken for granted. The four schools covered under this initiative serve students who come largely from tribal and historically underserved households. Prior to this intervention, these schools faced significant gaps in safe water access and sanitation infrastructure.

The programme addresses these gaps directly. Lubrizol has funded the end-to-end setup of water and sanitation infrastructure across all four schools. Ashirvad by Aliaxis has contributed to the project by supplying FlowGuard® Plus CPVC plumbing pipes and fittings, known for their durability, safety, and resistance to corrosion, to ensure that the water systems serve the schools reliably for years to come. Together, the schools now have access to over 6,000 litres of clean and safe drinking water each day, creating a healthier and more conducive environment for both children and teachers.

The programme also incorporates structured awareness and capacity-building sessions for students, teachers, and the wider school community on hygiene, sanitation, and the responsible use of water, creating the conditions for sustainable, long-term impact.

“For many schools across rural India, access to safe water and hygiene facilities is still not guaranteed. By strengthening WASH infrastructure in these schools, we hope to create healthier environments where children can focus on learning while building lifelong hygiene habits. At Lubrizol, improving environments through safe water access is central to our work, and our longstanding partnership with Ashirvad by Aliaxis allows us to deliver solutions that make a meaningful difference on the ground.” Said Binay Agrawal, Business Director, TempRite CPVC, Lubrizol IMEA

Speaking on the initiative, Nilanjana Pahari, Corporate Partnerships Manager- JSCF),

said “Jal Seva Charitable Foundation is pleased to have partnered with Lubrizol to strengthen WASH infrastructure across Zilla Parishad schools in rural Pune. Through the collective support of the local panchayat, ZP school administration and Ashirvad by Aliaxis, this initiative has enabled reliable access to safe drinking water, gender-sensitive sanitation facilities, and improved hygiene practices for children in tribal communities. The project has significantly advanced our shared commitment to creating healthier learning environments and fostering long-term community resilience. We look forward to being a part of such partnerships that drive sustainable, high-impact change through collaborative efforts with various stakeholders.”

The initiative reflects the shared commitment that Lubrizol and Ashirvad bring to their collaboration, going beyond product and commerce to address real, on-the-ground challenges faced by underserved communities. With its global portfolio in specialty chemicals and materials used in water infrastructure worldwide, Lubrizol's support for the programme is both purposeful and deeply contextual. Ashirvad by Aliaxis brings not just product quality but a commitment to ensuring that safe water reaches every corner of the country.

About Lubrizol

Lubrizol, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a science-based company whose specialty chemistry delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life. Every day, the innovators of Lubrizol strive to create extraordinary value for customers at the intersection of science, market needs and business success, driving discovery and creating breakthrough solutions that enhance life and make the world work better. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol has global reach and local presence, with more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales and technical offices and 7,000 employees around the world. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com  

About Ashirvad by Aliaxis
Ashirvad, part of the global Aliaxis group, is a leader in fluid management solutions, offering a wide range of products across plumbing, agriculture, and industrial segments. With over 25 years of expertise, Ashirvad continues to set industry standards in innovation, quality, and sustainability. The company manufactures over 6000 product SKUs catering to plumbers, retailers, distributors, influencers, MEP consultants, contractors, homeowners, farming community and infrastructure sector. Ashirvad by aliaxis has a presence of over 9 Distribution Centers/Depots across the country. The company has a network of over 55000 dealers and 7 fully functional, state-of-the-art manufacturing units located across the country.

About Water Aid (Jal Seva Charitable Foundation)
WaterAid India, operating through the Jal Seva Charitable Foundation (JSCF)—a Section 8 not‑for‑profit registered in 2010—has been working to improve access to clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene in India since 1986. An associate member of the global WaterAid Federation since 2016, WaterAid India partners with rural and urban communities and governments to address the WASH needs of the most marginalised.

Working across 37 districts and 8 towns in 13 states, WaterAid India strives to ensure sustainable WASH access, enabling communities to improve health, reduce healthcare burdens, enhance productivity and break the cycle of poverty.