Mumbai: Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has partnered with Lotus Petal Foundation, a Gurugram-based NGO, to advance sustainable development and enhance quality education. Supported by the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation, this collaboration has funded the installation of a 45 KW solar power system at the foundation’s 5-acre Education & Skill Development campus, which aims to educate 10,000 underserved children under one roof, making it one of India’s largest philanthropic schools.
The solar installation reflects LIC’s commitment to environmental responsibility by reducing the campus’s carbon footprint and energy costs. This initiative serves as a benchmark for institutions implementing green energy solutions, creating a sustainable and eco-friendly learning environment for students.
LIC India’s regional manager Manoj Atrishi emphasised the importance of sustainability:”LIC is honored to be part of this transformative journey and support a place like this which will become one of India’s largest philanthropic schools. We believe that by experiencing the benefits of clean energy, students will be inspired to build a greener future.”
Lotus Petal Foundation founder and managing trustee, Kushal Raj Chakravarty expressed gratitude:
“We are deeply grateful to LIC for their support in this critical phase of our journey,” he said. “The installation of solar panels is not just an investment in renewable energy; it is an investment in creating a sustainable and environmentally conscious campus where students can learn and thrive.”
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