- 70 new Nand Ghars inaugurated in Rajsamand, marking a milestone in community development
- Hindustan Zinc strengthens Rajasthan’s early childhood care and women empowerment infrastructure
- Part of Anil Agarwal Foundation’s vision to establish 25,000 Nand Ghars across Rajasthan
Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), India’s largest and the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer, in collaboration with the Anil Agarwal Foundation, has achieved a significant milestone with the inauguration of 70 new Nand Ghars in Rajsamand district. This expansion brings the total number of newly developed Nand Ghars in the region to 101, reinforcing Rajasthan’s anganwadi infrastructure and supporting the holistic development of women and children.
With this addition, Hindustan Zinc has contributed to nearly 700 Nand Ghars in Rajsamand, further strengthening the 4,200 centres established across 15 districts of Rajasthan. Nationally, the Nand Ghar initiative has modernized over 7,500 anganwadis, positively impacting over 3,00,000 children and 2,00,000 women.
Empowering Grassroots Development in Rajasthan
The inauguration ceremony, held at Kuraj in Rajsamand, was attended by Smt. Dipti Maheshwari, MLA – Rajsamand, Sh. Arun Misra, CEO – Hindustan Zinc, district officials, village sarpanchs, and local community members.
Smt. Dipti Maheshwari lauded the initiative, stating,
“This is a monumental step in Rajsamand’s development. Hindustan Zinc’s efforts in transforming anganwadi infrastructure through Nand Ghars reflect a shared vision of holistic growth and empowerment of women and children.”
Sh. Arun Misra, CEO – Hindustan Zinc, reaffirmed the company’s commitment, saying,
“Rajasthan is a land of immense possibilities, and Hindustan Zinc is dedicated to nurturing opportunities at the grassroots. The inauguration of over 100 Nand Ghars demonstrates our commitment to education, healthcare, and women’s empowerment, building a stronger, self-sufficient India.”
Transforming Anganwadis with Modern Facilities
Nand Ghars, an initiative by Anil Agarwal Foundation in collaboration with the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India, serve as modern anganwadis that offer:
- Digital Early Childhood Education
- Nutritional Support Programs
- Healthcare Services
- Skill Development & Women Empowerment Activities
- Solar-powered infrastructure for sustainable operations
With Kuraj’s new Nand Ghars, alongside those in Railmagra and Khamnor blocks, Hindustan Zinc is playing a crucial role in strengthening rural development and fostering sustainable community transformation. The initiative aligns with Anil Agarwal Foundation’s ambitious goal to establish 25,000 Nand Ghars across Rajasthan in the next two years.
Hindustan Zinc: Leading Social Impact & Sustainability
Beyond Nand Ghars, Hindustan Zinc’s extensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs include:
- Shiksha Sambal – Enhancing educational access
- Jeevan Tarang – Empowering persons with disabilities
- Unchi Udaan – Youth skill development
- Zinc Football Academy – Promoting sports at the grassroots level
- Sakhi & Samadhan – Women empowerment and financial literacy
Hindustan Zinc has positively impacted 20 lakh lives across 4,000 villages, making it one of India’s top 10 CSR companies.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.