Dalmia Bharat Foundation Advances Rural Empowerment with Skill Training and Sustainable Livelihood Initiatives in Dalmiapuram

Dalmiapuram, January 30, 2026: Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd, inaugurated a skill training programme supported by NABARD at its DIKSHa centre in Dalmiapuram, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing employability and promoting sustainable livelihoods among rural youth. As part of the initiative, the first batch of the General Duty Assistant course commenced with 30 candidates enrolled. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Mr. Bobby Pravin, General Manager, Dalmia Bharat, who attended as the Chief Guest. During the event, training kits were distributed to all participants to support their learning journey and facilitate effective skill acquisition. Under this initiative, skill training will be provided to a total of 150 youths, with the objective of enhancing employability and creating improved livelihood opportunities.

Also, under its Gram Parivartan programme, DBF strengthened rural livelihoods in core villages by supporting 120 beneficiaries with ₹5.6 lakh in financial assistance for goat rearing, enabling sustainable income through livestock-based livelihoods. Additionally, five beneficiaries received ₹10,000 each to promote dairy-based livelihoods.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. K Vinayagamurthi, Executive Director and Unit Head – Dalmiapuram, DCBL, said: “At Dalmia Bharat, we believe skill development and sustainable livelihoods are central to empowering rural communities. These initiatives reflect our commitment to inclusive growth and meaningful socio-economic progress across the regions we serve.”

With a long-standing operational presence in the region, Dalmia Bharat has undertaken structured community development initiatives over several years. The Foundation’s programmes continue to address local needs through targeted and scalable interventions.

About Dalmia Bharat Foundation:
Dalmia Bharat Foundation focuses on building Sustainable Livelihoods and ensure Rural Development in its program areas. These programs combine in-depth, long-term plans and strategies along with medium- and short-term initiatives and campaigns. Owing to the great differences across locations, DBF has adopted a flexible, multi-intervention approach that allows programs and people to grow together and sustain each other. The two focus areas have been derived from the felt needs of the community and issues material to the business. Visit us at http://www.dalmiabharatfoundation.org.

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