Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), has announced new CSR initiatives worth ₹56 crore in Maharashtra, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive and sustainable development. The initiatives were launched by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri. Devendra Fadnavis, with a focus on environment, healthcare, road safety, and community welfare.
Commenting on the initiatives, Shri. Devendra Fadnavis, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, said, “The initiatives launched today by HMIF reflect a strong commitment to the people of Maharashtra. It re-emphasizes Hyundai’s role not just as a manufacturer, but as a responsible corporate citizen dedicated to social progress.”
Speaking on the occasion, Unsoo Kim, Managing Director, HMIL, said, “Guided by our global vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in society by driving positive change and enabling communities to grow stronger and more sustainable. Maharashtra holds a very special significance for us, as we have always believed in creating shared value by going beyond business and investing in initiatives that directly touch people’s lives.”
The flagship project IONIQ Forest will be developed at Dange Chowk in Pune, with an investment of ₹32 crore. It will transform the area into one of the state’s largest afforestation zones, planting one million native trees across 90.5 acres using the Miyawaki technique.
To improve road safety, the Easy Roads Initiative will see a ₹4 crore investment in a Traffic Engineering Centre and an Organization Development Centre in Nagpur and Pune, supporting the Nagpur Traffic Police’s ‘My Road, My Friend’ campaign.
In Nashik and Talegaon, the Adhikaar Connect programme will bridge gaps in accessing public welfare schemes by assisting with documentation and applications, while also promoting digital and financial literacy in rural communities.
Alongside these, HMIF will extend its ongoing pan-India programmes in Maharashtra. These include Sparsh Sanjeevani Telemedicine Clinics and Mobile Medical Units for healthcare access, Hope for Cancer for cancer awareness and treatment, Sports Lab to promote grassroots sporting talent, Art for Hope for supporting art and culture, and Drive4Progress for driver and automotive training.
