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Coca-Cola India Wins Golden Peacock spherical pureness for integrated Social Responsibility Coca-Cola India was concedeed the prestigious 2008 Golden Peacock Global lay out for Corporate Social Responsibility on Feb. 15 during a global conference in Vilamoura, Portugal. Dr. Ola Ullsten, causality prime minister of Sweden, presented the trophy to Deepak Jolly, Vice- electric chair, Public Affairs & Communication, Coca-Cola India, on behalf of the Company.The Golden Peacock Global CSR Award showcases the human face of business by recognizing the continuing commitment of companies to behave ethically and cave in to economic development while improving the quality of life of the functionforce, their families and the local anaesthetic alliance and society at large. A distinguished jury chaired by Dr. Ola Ullsten, former prime minister of Sweden, selected this years Golden Peacock exhibit winners. Presenting the portion out to the Company, Dr.Ola Ullsten, said, Golden Peaco ck Awards have been instituted by valet de chambre Council for Corporate governing body, UK to create competitiveness in the atomic number 18a of Corporate Social Responsibility. We are hopeful that Coca-Cola Indias effort in promoting sustainable communities sets an example for opposite organizations to follow. Her Excellency Ms. Nilima Mitra Ambassador of India in Portugal said that she was very impressed with the manner in which Coca Cola is fulfilling its CSR in India in piddle management and saving e fussyly the intervention to ensure potable water to coulomb0 primary schools in India.Commenting on the Coca-Cola India winning the award, Atul Singh, chair & CEO, Coca-Cola India, said, Coca-Cola India has always fixed high time value on easily citizenship and has under taken several initiatives for community development and inclusive growth. We are gratified to receive this global award and are humbled at organism recognized for the little contributions that we have b een able to make to preserve and protect the surroundings and towards community development. We are besides establishing the Coca-Cola India Foundation which will further extend to make a positive impact on local communities.The Company remains committed to work with stakeholders and communities crosswise the country in its bid to contribute to mutual growth and development. The award recognizes Coca-Cola Indias water conservation/management and community development initiatives. The Company has installed 320 rain down pissing Harvesting (RWH) structures in 17 states and has restored several traditional water bodies like the Sarai Bawari and Kale entellus ki Bawari in Jaipur and check dams crosswise the country.Additionally, the Company lately set a take to reach a net-zero balance with respect to groundwater usage by 2009 and launched the Elixir of life project to provide drinking water to nearly 30,000 children in 100 primary and panchayat schools in and around Chennai. The Company plans to provide clean drinking water in 1,000 schools by 2010. Coca-Cola India also promotes sustainable packaging finished PET cycle and has undertaken several projects in the areas of primary health, primary fosterage and infrastructure for local communities.The Company has undertaken these Citizenship initiatives in partnership with government, NGOs, educational institutions and local communities. In 2006, the World Environment Foundation (WEF) honored Coca-Cola India with the Golden Peacock Environment Management Special Commendation Award for its world-class environment practices. Dr. Olla Ullsten, former Prime pastor of Sweden and Chairman of the Awards jury presenting the Golden Peacock Global Award for Corporate Social Responsibility to Deepak Jolly, Vice President, Public Affairs & Communication, Coca-Cola India.Local community using water from the rejuvenated Sarai Bawari at Amer, near Jaipur, RajasthanA photo of the drinking water project in 100 schools, lau nched by the Company in Chennai, which will bring in nearly 30,000 children on completion Kaladera Community Recognizes Coca-Colas Community Initiatives Rakesh Pathak, Unit HR Manager, Kaladera plant & Sunil Sharma being felicitated by Chhittarmal Hatwal, Sarpanch (head) of Kaladera at the community event Coca-Cola India was late acknowledged for the confused citizenship initiatives in & around Kaladera in Jaipur, Rajasthan.Rakesh Pathak, Unit HR Manager, Kaladera plant and Sunil Sharma, whos been associated with the conjunction for a long time, were felicitated by the villagers of Dabar Basti in Kaladera. As part of public-private partnership, Coca-Cola installed a new bore closely recently in the area to provide water in the houses of villagers. Chhittarmal Hatwal, Sarpanch (head) of Kaladera presented a Safa (head gear) to Rakesh Pathak & Sunil Sharma as a grunge of gratitude to the company. We are deeply honored by the realisation of the commonwealth of Kaladera said Rak esh Pathak. Coca-Cola India has always placed very high value on citizenship and has taken various initiatives to conserve water the area. Coca-Cola India has worked with the government, local bodies & the entire community of Kaladera in the area of water conservation. This includes homecoming of Sarai Bawari & Kale Hanuman ki Bawari historical step rise (over 400 years old), providing water to the plurality of the community. The company has constructed over 140 recharge shafts in the area. Rain water harvesting projects have been set up in various schools, government bodies & the community areas. No other company has ever come forward & worked towards the upbeat of the Kaladera Community except Coca-Cola. We appreciate the efforts taken by Coca-Cola for the conservation of water in Kaladera. Chhittarmal Hatwal, Sarpanch (head) of Kaladera. In addition, Coca-Cola India has undertaken an annual scholarship program for the students in the nearby villages for the fifth consecuti ve year. Amongst various educational initiatives, Coca-Cola also supports Aap Ki Beti (your daughter) program to provide education to a girl child.Community Recognition to Coca-Cola India Certificate of appreciation given by Cultural Council, Kaladera Community in Rajasthan Coca-Cola India was recently acknowledged for the various citizenship initiatives in & around Kaladera in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Sunil Sharma, whos been associated with Coca-Cola India, received the certificate of appreciation on behalf of the company from the Cultural Council of the Kaladera community during the celebration of Holi, the fete of colors & joy. Im deeply honored by the recognition of the people of Kaladera said Sunil Sharma with his face painted in the colors of festivity. Coca-Cola India has always placed very high value on citizenship and has taken various initiatives to conserve water the area. Coca-Cola India has worked with the government, local bodies & the entire community of Kaladera in the ar ea of water conservation. This includes restoration of Sarai Bawari & Kale Hanuman ki Bawari historical step wells (over 400 years old), providing water to the people of the community.The company has constructed over 140 recharge shafts in the area. Rain water harvesting projects have been set up in various schools, government bodies & the community areas. Sitaram Sanwaria, President, Cultural council, Kaladera Community and a local resident, presenting the enfranchisement of appreciation to Sunil Sharma, as a token of appreciation to Coca-Cola India for its community efforts during Holi celebrations, a fiesta of colors where people play with colors and have fun & enjoyment.The festival aims at bringing the society together & strengthen the social fabric of the country No other company has ever come forward & worked towards the welfare of the Kaladera Community except Coca-Cola. We appreciate the efforts taken by Coca-Cola for the conservation of water in Kaladera. said Bhura Ma l Sharma, a 65 year old farmer. The Rain water systems installed by Coca-Cola ensure that the rain water goes back into the ground which is very beneficial to the farmers and if we get good rains this year the results will speak for themselves. Said Shri Hanuman Sahaya 70-year-old farmer. In addition, Coca-Cola India has undertaken an annual scholarship program for the students in the nearby villages for the fifth consecutive year. Amongst various educational initiatives, Coca-Cola also supports Aap Ki Beti (your daughter) program to provide education to a girl child. The roads, hospitals, medical camps, hand pumps etc. all indicate that Coca-Cola cares for Kaladera. We are confident that the company will carry on need ground developmental programs in future also. aid Shri Bhagwan Sahai ji, a local social worker and leader. The presence of a company like Coca-Cola in the area is a blessing for the local people of Kaladera. added Shiv Sahay, a 60 year old farmer and a civil contrac tor. The certificate of appreciation that we to Mr. Sunil Sharma is a token of convey for the relentless efforts of Coca-Cola for the welfare of the community, said Sitaram Sanwaria, President, Cultural council, Kaladera Community. There is no better ways to be recognized for your dedicated community efforts than by the people of the community themselves.Getting such a recognition at Holi, which is a festival of colors and binds people together shows the confidence that the community has in us, conclude Sunil Sharma. Coca-Cola wins Bhagidari Award- Fourth time in a row Coca-Cola India won the Delhi Governments Bhagidari Award for the 4th consecutive year for its efforts in Water Conservation and Community Development. The award was presented on the second day of the two day Bhagidari Utsav at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on February 3, 2007 by the Honble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt.Ms. Sheila Dikshit. We took this opportunity to also present the Water Calendar 2007 to the Honble CM. The Bhagidari Utsav is an annual event to celebrate the success of Bhagidari A public -private-community partnership program launched by the Delhi government a few years ago. Honble CM visiting the Company stall at the Bhagidari Utsav 2007 Among the highlights of the Utsav was an exhibition cum display by some of the partners of the Delhi government, where each partner showcased its initiatives to make Delhi a better place.In recognition of Coca-Colas efforts in Water Conservation and PET Recycling, we were given two stalls to outline our initiatives in these areas. Ms. Dikshit was one of the first to visit our PET Recycling stall and later on being briefed on our PET Recycling program, she urged the Company to spread the awareness on PET Recycling not just amongst the visitors to the Bhagidari Utsav but also among people at large. Our Water Conservation stall was visited both by the Honble Chief Minister Ms. Sheila Dikshit as well as by the Honble Mr. A. K. Walia, Minister for F inance, Planning, P.W. D urban Development, and Delhi Government, who were briefed about the various programs undertaken by the Company to spread awareness and to conserve water. The dignitaries were very appreciative of our efforts. We had showcased a device called Drip Gauge for the first time in the country at the stall. Drip Gauge is a wide-eyed but effective tool to sensitize people to save water. A 3-D Rain Water Harvesting (RWH) model demonstrating the utility, functioning and com military commissioning of Rain Water Harvesting projects at individual households residential colonies was also on display.In addition, people were apprised of simple methods to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recharge water in their daily lives. Our stalls evoked tremendous response from all stakeholders and nearly 3000 people visited our stalls during the event. Of these, nearly 2500 participated in the two quiz contests that we ran at the stalls. Several Resident Welfare Associations and NGOs also approached us seeking our guidance and help for RWH and PET Recycling programs in their colonies. St. Agnes College (Mangalore University) Wins The graduation exercise jemmy Rosalynn Carter Partnership Award in India from left) President Jimmy Carter, Ms Rosalynn Carter, Dr Sue Sehgal, Founder President Jimmy Rosalynn Carter Foundation, Sister Carmel Rita from St Agnes College and other members of the College. President Jimmy Carter Ms Rosalynn Carter personally presented the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Partnership Award for Campus-Community Collaboration to St. Agnes College (Mangalore University) for the exemplary work done by them in the field of Watershed Management & Development. The award has been brought into India by Coca-Cola India in connector with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce Industry (FICCI).?The coveted award serves as one of the highest recognition for academic-service learning to educational institutions for outstanding Campus Community Learning pro grams. St Agnes received a special handcrafted golden globe trophy, a citation a cash prize of US $ 10,000. The 2nd and third runners up i. e. Punjab University for its Literacy Program & Aligarh Muslim University for its Pulse Polio Immunization Program also received a citation and a cash prize of US $ 3000 and US$ 2000 respectively.The winner was selected by the Foundation based on the combined merits of each program out of scores of applications received for the award. Speaking on the occasion, President Jimmy Carter said,This will be the first presentation of this award outside the United States, and it is particularly significant to me that India is the next country to embrace this recognition of service. many an(prenominal) years ago my mother, who was a nurse and Peace Corps volunteer, ministered to Indian citizens.That experience touched her deeply, and the emotion she felt, and also the love for India has filtered through to me through her recollections. likewise presen t at the Award Ceremony were Shri Kapil Sibal, Honorable Minister for Science & Technology & Earth Sciences, Government of India & Aparna Sen, noted film actor, director. According to Atul Singh, President & CEO, Coca-Cola India, President Carter and Coca-Cola share a strong belief in the benefit of working for the local communities. As an example our Company is actively spearheading water sustainability and conservation programs in India.We have so far commissioned more than 220 rain water harvesting structures in 17 Indian states both at bottling plants and in the local communities. We are constantly trying to benefit the communities where we operate. Carter Partnership Awards celebrate schools, communities, and businesses working together to make a difference in the lives of people in need. The Award aims to be a powerful motivator for the academic community to develop community service programs in their curriculum and encourages the student community to inculcate set of selfle ss service and em roadwayy towards the community.Other members present at the function included, Mr. S K Poddar, President FICCI, Dr Sue Sehgal, Founder & President, Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Partnership Foundation, Shri Farookh Abdullah, eminent parliamentarian, Naveen Jindal (Member of Parliament) & other well known personalities. Cola-Cola India wins the Bhagidari award from the Delhi government for its efforts in community development The Company has already executed nearly 200 rain water harvesting structures across 17 states Coca-Cola India has plans to undertake 40 new rain water harvesting projects during the current yearThe company is also working with local communities in various states on projects like Paper & PET recycling, education and clean environment projects Coca-Cola India won the Bhagidari award on February 25, 2006, in New Delhi, for its contribution in water conservation & environment management programmes and for its contribution to community development, from t he Delhi Government. This is the third year in a row that the company has won this award. Mr. Atul Singh, President & CEO, Coca-Cola India received the award from the Honble Chief Minister of Delhi, Ms.Sheila Dikshit on behalf of the company at a function during the Bhagidari Utsav at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. Coca-Cola India is supporting several rain water harvesting projects spread across 17 states with nearly 200 rain water harvesting structures. The company plans to take up another 40 such projects by the end of the year. The company is currently engaged in such projects in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Kerala, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.In addition to this, the company has also undertaken various projects in the areas of Paper & PET recycling and Education & clean environment in partnership with local communities in different states. On receiving the award, Mr. Atul Singh, President & CEO, Coca-Cola India, said, Water is a subject that is loaded with urging and even emotion. It is a critical global challenge and it will take a wide variety of efforts, most of them at a local aim to overcome the problem.At Coca-Cola we have undertaken numerous projects across the country in partnership with local communities for their development and we get over to look for areas where private-public partnerships can bring about good results. We are honoured to get this award and we are thankful to the government and to the residents of the state for giving us an opportunity to partner them in some truly path breaking community development initiatives. The Coca-Cola Company has always placed high value on good citizenship. At the heart of business is a mission statement called the Coca-Cola Promise.It says, quite simply, that The Coca-Cola Company exists to benefit and polish up everyone who is touched by our business. This basic proposition means that the companys business should refresh the markets, protect, preserve and enhance the environment and strengthen the community. Coca-Cola India provides extensive support for community programs across the country, with a focus on education, health and water conservation. Bhubaneswar Team wins 2005 defilement keep in line Excellence Award The winning Bhubaneswar Team with their trophy The pollution Control Excellence Award for 2005 has been awarded o HCCBPL Khurda unit, by the Orissa State Pollution Control Board. The award went to the Khurda team for achieving excellence in implementation of pollution misrepresent systems in the plant and for their constant efforts for protection of the environment. The Pollution Control Excellence Award is an annual award given to industries that excel in environment protection. Khurdas multiple initiatives PET recycling, Vermicomposting and Rain water harvesting, in addition to its Environment practices to prevent/ control pollution bagged the unit this award.Khurda beat over 20 shortlisted industries throughout the state for the award. The award was presented on the 23rd Foundation Day Celebration of the State Pollution Control Board, Orissa by S. P. Nanda, Principal Secretary, Dept. of Environment Forests Govt. of Orissa on 16th September 2005. The Award was received by the Region Vice President Mr. T. Krishna Kumar. Speaking on the occasion Mr. L. N. Pattnaik PCB Chairman lauded the efforts of the company in the field of environment protection. Best Organization Award to Coca-Cola India giving equal opportunity to differently-abled people.H. E Shri T V Rajeshwar felicitating Mr. Ashutosh Bhardwaj, Area General Manager, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. Varanasi The State Government of Uttar Pradesh, under the aegis of Directorate, Handicapped Welfare conferred Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. , Varanasi with the Best Organization Award for allowing differently-abled people to prosper carve a niche for themselves in the professional world. The Award was given by the Governor of the State, H. E. Shri T V Rajeshwar to the Area General Manager, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt.Ltd. Varanasi, Mr. Ashutosh Bhardwaj, in a function organised at Sahkarita Bhawan, Lucknow, to mark the World Disability Day on December 3, 2005. According to Mr. Ashutosh Bhardwaj, its a policy at Coca-Cola to give equal view provide equal opportunity to the differently-abled people who are in a perfect physical condition. They are especially trained to carry out authentic responsibility. Anomalies should not hamper the growth of an individual. At present, twelve differently-abled people are working as Bottle Inspectors (bottle supervisors) in the unit.The Company shared this award with B. C. G. groom for the Deaf, Varanasi. Patna Unit wins CSR Award 2004-05 Saurabh Pande, AGM, Patna receives the CSR award Our Patna Unit has been awarded Corporate Social Responsibility Awar d for the year 2004 05 by the J. M. Institute of Speech and Hearing, Patna. The award was given to the Patna Unit for the continue support provided towards upliftment of physically challenged children. Since last one-year, the principal focus of Patna Units Citizenship activities has been supporting the physically challenged.The multiple initiatives in this direction include Organizing Sports for Deaf and Dumb, Cultural Programmes, Educational escape to Plants etc. The Award was presented to the AGM, Patna Mr. Saurabh Pande, by the Lokayukth of Bihar, Shri Narmadeshwar Pande in a ceremonial function held in Patna on 24-September 2005, the International Deaf Dumb Day. Coca-Cola India Receives Bhagidari Award From The Delhi Government -Only Corporate to be presented with this award in recognition for its Citizenship Program- Honourable Chief Minister of Delhi, Ms.Sheila Dikshit presented a Commendation Certificate to Coca-Cola India for its contribution in the Bhagidari scheme reco gnizing the Companys efforts and contribution towards community development programs. The Company received the award at a glittering ceremony during the Bhagidari Utsav at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The Utsav was attended by more than 5,000 citizens of the city. Bhagidari celebrates the animate of collective responsibility between citizens and Government agencies for improving urban infrastructure and environment. On receiving the award, Division President, said, we are honoured to get this recognition.Citizenship at Coca-Cola India is integral to our business and we continue to work with local communities across the country. Coca-Cola India has implemented a host of citizenship projects in Delhi under the Bhagidari scheme including Rainwater harvesting projects Clean Delhi Campaign in association with the Government of Delhi PET and Paper recycling projects in schools Tree plantation drives with Department of Environment Vermi-composting The company had earlier also received a special award from the Delhi Government in 2002 for its active participation in the Bhagidari programme.Government Acknowledges Coca-Colas Concern for The Disabled Chennai 16th August 2004 Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. has been honoured as the BEST PRIVATE accompany in the State by the Government of Tamil Nadu for its contribution to the communities in providing employment opportunities to physically challenged people. Ms. J. Jayalalitha, Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, presented the award to the company at a simple function here on the occasion of the occasion of Independence Day. The Company employs 88 people with hearing and speaking disability, who work as Special Inspectors at its Nemam plant near Chennai.They have been trained by the Company to observe the bottles and check for any foreign particles during quality check. Coca-Cola India awarded the Bombay line of credit Exchange Award for Social and Corporate Governance 2009 Coca-Cola India has been awarde d the Social and Corporate Governance Award for Best Practices in Corporate Social Responsibility 2009. The award which has been instituted by Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, Nasscom Foundation and Times Foundation recognizes and honours organisations for their contribution to society.Coca-Cola India was declared as one of the four winners of the award in recognition of its community development and sustainability initiatives in the four pillars of marketplace, workplace, environment and community. The other winners include prestigious organisations like IT major Infosys, Construction conglomerate Larsen & Toubro and leading bank, The Punjab National Bank. jury Members of the Bombay Stock Exchange Social and Corporate Governance Award 2009 at the award presentation ceremony. Harish Mehta, Founder,Nasscom Foundation presenting the Bombay Stock Exchange Social and Corporate Governance Award 2009 to Deepak Jolly, VP PAC, INSWABU on behalf of Coca-Cola India. According to Mr. Atul Sing h, President & CEO, INSWABU, It is an honour for Coca-Cola India to receive this award for a well rounded effort in the sphere of corporate governance and social responsibility. This is a just reward for all the initiatives that has been put into restoring the growth and image of the Coca-Cola system in India by more than 25,000 system associates and I preen each of one of them for winning this prestigious award.Recognitions like these will further encourage us to strengthen our programs towards making a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of people that we touch daily. This award comes is the third in a series of corporate responsibility awards won by the Company in 2010. Notable among these are the Golden Peacock Global CSR Award for the second consecutive year and the Frost & Sullivan Green Excellence Award for Corporate Leadership. Coca-Cola India was one amongst the