Our Projects
GENO CARE HEALTH LITERACY INITIATIVE
Overview
As part of its commitment to creating healthier and more informed communities, RISE launched the Geno Care Health Literacy Initiative in partnership with Jeevitam, with support from Geno Pharma. The programme concentrates on increasing preventive health awareness through schools by empowering teachers as key agents of change. By providing educators with practical knowledge and tools, the initiative seeks to generate a ripple effect that reaches from classrooms to families and communities.
Project Highlights
Infrastructure & Delivery Model
• 30 Physical Training Batches
• 50 Digital Learning Cohorts
• Blended learning through in-person and online platforms
• Digital resource library and assessment systems
Coverage & Reach
• 6,000 teachers trained and certified
• Up to 75 schools covered
• 3 states: Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka
• Indirect reach to thousands of students and households
Key
Impact
• High levels of teacher engagement and satisfaction
• Increased confidence in addressing health topics in classrooms
• Adoption of healthier personal practices among teachers
• Greater use of interactive, activity-based learning methods
• Improved student awareness and participation in health discussions
• Spillover of health knowledge into households and communities
Aligned
With
• National Health Mission (Preventive Health Focus)
• School Health and Wellness Programme (Ayushman Bharat)
• Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
• Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education
Community & System Strengthening
The initiative aimed to build a sustainable ecosystem of Health Literacy Champions within schools. Teachers received training in key areas such as hygiene, nutrition, mental health, safe medicine use, and emergency response. The programme also introduced interactive pedagogical methods like role plays, discussions, and simulations, enabling teachers to incorporate health concepts into daily classroom practice.
A strong Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework ensured continuous tracking of progress through pre- and post-assessments, feedback tools, and digital engagement data.
Acknowledgment
We thank Geno Pharma for their visionary CSR support and Jeevitam for their implementation partnership. This initiative exemplifies a scalable model for integrating health literacy into school systems and underscores the powerful multiplier effect of teacher-led interventions in enhancing community health outcomes.
KANCHIPURAM FLOOD MITIGATION AND WATER CONSERVATION INITIATIVE
Overview
As part of its commitment to building climate-resilient and sustainable communities, RISE implemented a comprehensive Flood Mitigation and Water Conservation Initiative in Mangadu Municipality and Kanchipuram Block, Tamil Nadu, with support from ZF Hero Chassis Systems Private Limited.
The project was designed to address two critical, interconnected challenges in the region: recurring urban flooding in peri-urban areas and declining groundwater levels in rural agricultural zones. By combining infrastructure restoration with community engagement, the initiative aimed to strengthen water security, improve drainage systems, and enhance long-term environmental sustainability.
Project Highlights
Infrastructure & Intervention Model
• 5 major water infrastructure interventions completed
• 1 stormwater channel restored (Thanthi Channel – 1.7 km stretch)
• 4 water bodies rejuvenated (2 urban tanks,
2 rural irrigation tanks)
• Integrated approach combining flood mitigation and groundwater recharge
• Nature-based solutions, including desilting, bund strengthening, and recharge structures
Coverage & Reach
• Mangadu Municipality (urban flood-prone zone)
• Kanchipuram Block (rural agricultural belt)
• 5 villages covered in rural interventions
• 60+ community members directly engaged through Water User Groups
• 400+ participants mobilised through Water Festival and awareness activities
Key
Impact
• Significant reduction in urban water stagnation and localised flooding
• 22% improvement in stormwater drainage capacity in Thanthi Channel
• Creation of ~16.2 million litres of additional water storage capacity
• Strengthened irrigation potential and groundwater recharge in rural areas
• Improved water availability for farmers, especially during dry periods
• Increased community awareness on water conservation and sustainable practices
• Enhanced participation of women’s groups in water governance
• Strengthened resilience to climate variability and extreme rainfall events
Aligned
With
• Conservation of Natural Resources under CSR Schedule VII
• Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
• Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action
• State priorities on water conservation and urban flood management
Community & System Strengthening
The initiative emphasised long-term sustainability by building local ownership and institutional capacity. Water User Groups were formed and trained to manage and maintain restored assets, ensuring continued functionality beyond the project lifecycle.
Farmers were trained in sustainable agricultural practices, including organic farming and mulching, linking water conservation efforts with improved livelihoods. Community awareness sessions and a large-scale Water Festival helped reinforce behavioural change around water use and conservation.
The project also demonstrated strong convergence with local governance systems, working closely with district administration, Panchayats, and municipal authorities to ensure alignment with local priorities and long-term maintenance support.
Implementation & Learning
A structured, multi-phase implementation approach ensured timely and high-quality execution of all interventions. The project combined technical rigour with community participation, supported by continuous monitoring, field supervision, and stakeholder engagement.
The flexibility to adapt the project scope to emerging needs—particularly the inclusion of urgent urban flood mitigation works in Mangadu—highlighted the initiative's responsiveness and contextual relevance.
Acknowledgment
We extend our sincere gratitude to ZF Hero Chassis Systems Private Limited for their strategic CSR support and commitment to sustainable development. We also acknowledge the contributions of COODU Trust, local government institutions, and community stakeholders who played a critical role in the successful implementation.
This initiative stands as a strong example of how integrated water management solutions, backed by community ownership and institutional collaboration, can deliver lasting environmental and
socio-economic impact.
SBI FOUNDATION LEAP PROJECT
Overview
A significant milestone was achieved on 10th December, 2025 in the mission to empower and strengthen the vulnerable agents of our community - by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between RISE, the District Magistrate (West Delhi), SBI Foundation,
and NSDC.
Project Information
The SBIF LEAP project is designed for the skilling and rehabilitation of destitute children. By focusing on employment-linked training, we will create a sustainable, resilient and equal pathway towards opportunities for becoming economically independent.
CSR Project: Enhancing Waste Management
in Manesar, Haryana
In collaboration with the Hero Motors Ltd, A Hero Motors Company Project Duration January – March 2025
Location Manesar, Haryana
Implementing Partners RISE, NSFI, Manesar Municipal Corporation
Overview
As part of our mission to create cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable communities, RISE implemented a transformative sanitation project in Manesar. Aligned with national goals such as the Swachh Bharat Mission, this initiative addresses critical waste management challenges in one of India’s most prominent industrial hubs.
Project Highlights
Infrastructure Investment
• 3 Tractors
• 3 Tractor Trolleys
• 2 E-Rickshaws for waste collection
Coverage & Reach
• 35,000+ urban households
• 10 rural villages (~2,000 households)
• 2,00,000+ industrial workers
• Public spaces including parks, markets & streets
Key
Impact
• 30% rise in waste segregation
• Drastic reduction in open dumping and illegal waste burning
• Improved health outcomes with fewer waterborne and vector-borne diseases
• Cleaner neighborhoods and better public infrastructure
Aligned
With
• Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban
• National Urban Sanitation Policy
• Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Haryana State Clean Cities Mission
Community & Governance Engagement
The initiative was officially launched on March 27, 2025, in the presence of the Municipal Commissioner, Mayor, Councilors, NSFI leadership, and the RISE President.
Acknowledgment
We thank Hero Motors Ltd - A Hero Motors Company for their visionary CSR support. This initiative sets a benchmark in scalable, community-led sanitation models for industrial and tier-2 towns across India.
"Together, we’re driving forward the vision of a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable India."
– RISE Team
Medical Camps and Primary Education
Empowering Rural Communities Through Quality Healthcare:
Various healthcare institution functioning under the aegis of RISE, have striven to improve rural healthcare access for undeserved communities facing challenges by offering free medical services. RISE in collaboration with partner organisations is working to provide accessible quality healthcare, empowering rural community and fostering healthier future.
Free Eye Care
Blood Donation Camps
Essential Medicine Distribution
AIDS Awareness Programs
Transportation Assistance for medical emergencies
Support on overall Well-being
The Power of Education
RISE played a significant role at the individual and community level through training/ awareness and sensitization
programs in “Taleem ki Taquat”
This programme has created impact for
Individuals:
We conducted training sessions, workshops, and awareness campaigns to equip individuals with valuable knowledge and skills. This empowered them, opening doors to better career opportunities, increased earning potential, and a higher standard of living.
Communities:
By fostering a well-educated population, we helped communities experience economic growth, innovation, and increased social harmony. Additionally, educated communities were better positioned to benefit from various government schemes and welfare programs.
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Deployment and practice of
Medical Mobile Units in Maharashtra
Bridging the Distance with Telemedicine in Rural India
• Combating Healthcare Disparities: RISE leverages tele-medicine to deliver quality healthcare directly to remote communities, in Maharashtra.
• Connecting with Specialists: This innovative platform facilitates real-time consultations between patients in under-served areas and leading specialists in urban centres.
• Satellite-Based Technology: Interactive tele-medicine utilizes satellite technology to enable real-time consultations, diagnoses, and discussions.
• Tele-health Tools: RISE equips healthcare facilities with tele-health applications like BP monitors and ECG machines, allowing vital data transmission and remote health monitoring.
• Empowering Patients: Patients can access online consultations and real-time reports, fostering active participation in their healthcare journey.
• Pilot Project Success: The "Shiv Arogya Seva" initiative, launched in collaboration with Maharashtra Government, addressed critical healthcare needs in over 320 villages across Maharashtra
• Live Consultations: Residents received consultations from renowned Mumbai specialists on infant mortality, TB, and snake bites.
• Transformative Potential: The project's success, completed in January 2016, demonstrates the potential of telemedicine to revolutionize rural healthcare delivery across India.
