Diageo India's new WASH projects, in Meghalaya

Diageo India in partnership with BharatCares, a social impact organisation, launched Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) projects in Seng Khasi Upper Primary School (Mawlai Khasi Hills) and Soso Tham Memorial School (Lawsohtun), in Meghalaya. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of members from Diageo India and BharatCares.

The projects will benefit over 120 students and staff members by supporting a healthier, safer, and more conducive learning environment. Through this initiative, Diageo India and BharatCares will set up a dedicated RO plant, renovate drinking water station with modern filtration system along with the school boundary wall and toilets at the Seng Khasi Upper Primary School. In addition, a new classroom with a dyna roof, separate toilets for boys and girls along with a hand washing station, and an RO plant and drinking water station will be constructed at the Soso Tham Memorial School.

Navdeep Singh Mehram, Head – CSR & Sustainability, Diageo India said, “At Diageo India, preserving water for life is a key priority under our Society 2030 ESG action plan. We have been championing water stewardship within our communities by investing in improving access to WASH. Together with our NGO partner BharatCares, these initiatives will help enhance the overall well-being by creating a healthier, hygienic and beneficial environment for the students and the staff members.”

Manoviraj Singh, Vice President-CSR & Government Practice, CSRBOX Foundation said, “We are delighted to continue our collaboration with Diageo India on this community engagement initiative. These projects will help improve the overall infrastructure of the schools by installing water purification systems, upgrading sanitation facilities, and enhancing structural elements. Through these initiatives, our aim is to provide students with a better learning environment and access to essential facilities.”

Diageo India has launched multiple WASH projects impacting communities across eight states in India.