Dr. Suri Sehgal and Mrs. Edda Sehgal Recognized as part of Indiaspora’s 250 @ 250
S M Sehgal Foundation is proud to see founders, Dr. Suri Sehgal and Mrs. Edda Sehgal, recognized as part of Indiaspora’s 250 @ 250: The Indian American Story initiative, celebrating the contributions of Indian Americans as the United States marks its 250th anniversary of Independence.
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Gayatri from Sunari village, Haryana, lives with her husband and son, and their family depends on daily wages. As household expenses continued to strain the family’s budget, Gayatri was always on the lookout for financial relief through government programs. Through the Citizen Information and Support Center Helpline (toll-free number 1800-120-2575), operated by S M Sehgal Foundation with the support of Publicis Sapient, Gayatri learned about the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, a Government of India initiative that provides financial assistance and subsidies to support households in installing rooftop solar systems. Was Gayatri able to avail herself of these benefits? Read on the find out.
(Farmers collecting soil sample for testing)
(Farmers standing with the PoP received as part of climate-resilient agriculture)
DCB Bank CSR Projects Expand Sustainable Agriculture in Punjab, UP, and Haryana
S M Sehgal Foundation (SMSF), with the support of DCB Bank’s CSR initiative, has enlarged the scope and influence of the Crop Residue Management & Diversification Project in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab to ten villages. The extended reach covers the villages of Parmour, Sampli, Dandiana, Kajjal Majra, and Shergarh Bara. As part of the project, soil samples were collected from the newly added five villages. A soil test is a critical first step toward sustainable farming, helping farmers understand nutrient deficiencies and enhance crop productivity. Read more…
In Chatra block of Sonbhadra district, UP, DCB Bank partnered with SMSF to improve the livelihoods of small and marginal farmers through climate-resilient agriculture, crop diversification, and community-led development. Read more…
Wastewater-to-farmer water: A new initiative is taking shape in Jhajjar to support local farmers’ agricultural needs. Read more…
(Transformed school under the Krishi Jyoti project)
Mosaic India Pvt. Ltd. Honored with Bhamashah Award
Long-standing SMSF partner, Mosaic India Pvt. Ltd., has been honored with the prestigious Bhamashah Award by the Government of Rajasthan for its outstanding contribution to the renovation of Kishorpura Government School under the Krishi Jyoti Project in district Kotputli–Behror. This recognition acknowledges the efforts that transformed the school throughout, creating a better learning environment for 143 students. Read more…
(FPO members facilitating the delivery of wheat)
The Bolstering Farmer-Producer Organizations (FPO) Project Helps FPO Secure Institutional Market Linkages
Through the Bolstering Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) Project, implemented by S M Sehgal Foundation and funded by the Walmart Foundation in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Parsara Farmers Producer Company Limited facilitated the collective sale of 8,713 quintals of wheat from 248 farmers to an institutional buyer between April and June 2026.
The transaction generated a total value of more than Rs 22.4 million and resulted in a profit of over Rs 1.5 million for the FPO, demonstrating the value of collective aggregation and market linkages.
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(Tree plantation and celebrating Harela in Holi Piplati, Champawat)
HDFC Parivartan Project Integrates Local Traditions into Rural Development Efforts through Harela Festival
On 16 July 2026, Holi Piplati village came together to celebrate Harela with a tree plantation drive and conversations on protecting forests and natural resources. The festival was a reminder that small actions, taken together, help to create a healthier environment for everyone.
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(Inauguration of Project Vikas in Rewari, Haryana)
UBL Implements Project Vikas in Rewari
United Breweries Limited (UBL), part of the HEINEKEN Company, implemented Project Vikas in Joniawas village, Rewari district, Haryana, under its CSR program in partnership with S M Sehgal Foundation. The initiative builds on community infrastructure by transforming an underutilized land parcel into a safe, accessible, and purpose-built recreation space for public use, including a fully leveled ground and playground featuring a cricket pitch, open gym, and floodlights for evening use. Read more…
SMSF CEO Featured in Forbes India
Anjali Makhija, CEO and trustee of S M Sehgal Foundation, was listed by Forbes India as one of the “Trusted Business Leaders” guiding India’s rural development.
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(Pawan Kumar at ITEC, Hyderabad)
S M Sehgal Foundation Shares Rural Development Experience with Global Delegates
Pawan Kumar, principal lead, Agriculture Development at S M Sehgal Foundation, was invited as a guest speaker at the (ITEC) International Training Program on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Agriculture for Sustainable Development, organized by ICRISAT, Hyderabad. Addressing 46 participants from 24 countries, he shared the foundation’s experiences working with smallholder farmers, women agri-entrepreneurs, farm mechanization services, Farmer-Producer Organizations (FPOs), and locally managed institutions. Read more…
(Salahuddin Saiphy speaking at panel discussion)
SMSF Expert Spoke at the Rajasthan Water Conclave 2026
Salahuddin Saiphy, principal lead, Water Management at S M Sehgal Foundation, spoke at the Rajasthan Water Conclave 2026 as a panelist on “Driving Water Use Efficiency: Technology, Policy and Community Action.” During the session, he shared insights from the foundation’s work on watershed development, water conservation, and community-led approaches to improving water security.
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