New Delhi, 30 June: Reinforcing its commitment to community welfare and social inclusion, Indian Oil Corporation’s Refineries Division organised a special outreach programme at Saikripa NGO in Noida under its flagship “Smiles We Spread” initiative.
The initiative is part of Indian Oil’s employee-driven social outreach programme that encourages voluntary community service and meaningful engagement with underprivileged sections of society.
Established in 1988, Saikripa NGO has been working for the rehabilitation, education and welfare of orphaned, abandoned and economically disadvantaged children.
The programme was led by Anurag Sachdev, Executive Director (Marketing & Coordination, Shipping), Refineries Headquarters, along with senior officials from the company’s CSR, Contracts and Shipping departments.
Encouraging Dreams and Creativity
During the visit, children at the NGO presented colourful cultural performances and interacted with the visiting officials, sharing their dreams, aspirations and life experiences.
Addressing the children, Sachdev encouraged them to pursue their ambitions with determination, discipline and self-belief. He also highlighted the importance of extracurricular activities such as music, dance and art in building confidence, creativity and overall personality development.
The officials spent time interacting with the children and distributed gifts, creating a joyful and encouraging atmosphere.
Building Stronger Community Connections
Indian Oil said the “Smiles We Spread” initiative reflects the company’s people-centric approach to corporate social responsibility by fostering empathy, inclusion and employee participation in community development.
According to the company, such engagements help boost children’s confidence while creating a sense of belonging and support among vulnerable communities.
The outreach programme forms part of Indian Oil’s broader CSR efforts aimed at promoting education, social welfare and inclusive development, while encouraging employees to contribute meaningfully beyond the workplace.
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