Outreach initiatives reach children, senior citizens, rural women and young sportspersons across Odisha

 

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 22, 2026

The Jindal Foundation marked Seva Diwas on the birthday of its Chairperson, Shallu Jindal, with a series of humanitarian and community outreach initiatives aimed at promoting dignity, well-being and inclusion among underprivileged and socially vulnerable communities.

The initiatives reached children, senior citizens, women and young sportspersons across orphanages, old-age homes, villages and special care institutions, bringing moments of joy and togetherness to the communities.

Senior citizens at old-age homes sang devotional bhajans and offered blessings for the Chairperson's good health, while children at residential care homes created rangoli, sang, danced and prayed for her long life. Residents expressed gratitude for the Foundation's continued support and the personal attention extended by its team members.

Healthcare and welfare formed a key part of the observance. Special Ayurveda and geriatric health camps, physiotherapy services and general medical check-ups were organised for elderly residents. Dry ration supplies and special meals were provided to children and senior citizens.

In an effort to promote menstrual health and hygiene, awareness sessions were conducted for adolescent girls, and sanitary napkins were distributed among girls from underprivileged families.

In rural areas, women's groups and village women participated in prayers, bhajan-kirtan and community celebrations, expressing gratitude for the Foundation's support in improving their livelihoods. Fruit packets and snacks were distributed among the participants.

The Foundation also extended its support to grassroots sporting talent. Under-14 football players from Serenda and Bhadrasahi Gram Panchayats received sports gear and jerseys, benefiting 85 young players. Senior Foundation officials encouraged the budding sportspersons and conveyed the Chairperson's good wishes.

Through these initiatives, the Jindal Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to building an inclusive society in which underprivileged and socially vulnerable people have access to essential care, meaningful opportunities and the means to lead lives of dignity and fulfilment.