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Hon’ble MP Shri Sunil Dattatrey Tatkare launches several educational infra initiatives under GAIL’s CSR initiative

New Delhi, January 14, 2025 : : Shri Sunil Dattatrey Tatkare, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Raigad and Hon’ble Chairman, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Petroleum and Natural Gas, today launched a series of developmental initiatives aimed at improving the educational infrastructure in Raigad district of Maharashtra. These initiatives, part of GAIL (India) Limited’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, were launched in the presence of Ms. Aditi Varda Sunil Tatkare, Hon’ble Minister of Women & Child Development, Government of Maharashtra, at an event held in Raigad today.

The initiatives, part of GAIL’s flagship CSR programme ‘Project Ujjwal’ for underprivileged children, include critical infrastructure and logistical support to various schools in the district. The key projects are as follows:

● Construction of additional classrooms to enhance the schools’ capacity

● Provision of computers with complete setups to facilitate digital education

● Installation of smart boards and establishment of a well-equipped science laboratory to promote interactive learning

These initiatives aim to strengthen the region’s educational foundation by upgrading school infrastructure and providing modern learning resources. Through ‘Project Ujjwal’, GAIL is committed to creating a lasting impact on the lives of underprivileged students in rural and urban areas of India.

They showcase GAIL’s commitment and its strong support for community welfare and education by improving learning facilities for young students in Raigad. These efforts aim to help students excel in education and contribute to the growth of the entire region.

Addressing the gathering at the launch event, Shri Tatkare appreciated the efforts of GAIL in socio economic development of Raigad district through its establishment and CSR initiatives.

Executive Director (CSR & HR), Chief General Manager (PDH - PP Projects) & OIC Usar, GAIL and General Manager (HR) and other officials of GAIL were present at the launch event held in Raigad today.

Through its CSR projects, GAIL is working to bring positive change by providing support to the various sections of the society.

GAIL’s upcoming plant at Usar near Alibag is set to establish a Propane Dehydrogenation Unit at an estimated investment of Rs 11,000 crore. This ambitious project will manufacture raw materials for the petrochemical sector and is expected to drive significant socio-economic progress in the Raigad district, generate substantial employment opportunities for the local population and enhance India’s self-reliance in petrochemical production.

Once operational, this facility will cater to industries across Maharashtra and India, positioning the Konkan region as a hub for industrial and technological growth.