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Bengaluru Student Develops Portable Classroom for Children of Migrant Construction Workers

Bengaluru Student Develops Portable Classroom for Children of Migrant Construction Workers

The Unboxed School, a classroom built inside a shipping container, aims to address educational disruption among children living on temporary construction sites. Its first unit is nearing completion in Bengaluru.

The Unboxed School  October 23, 2026
Cipla’s Berok Zindagi Turns Asthma Awareness Into An Immersive Cultural Experience

Cipla’s Berok Zindagi Turns Asthma Awareness Into An Immersive Cultural Experience

As part of the initiative, larger-than-life inhaler installations were set up at Santosh Mitra Square, Sree Bhumi Sporting Club and Shibmandir Sarbojanin Durgotsab Samiti, integrating asthma awareness into the festive experience.

Cipla  October 22, 2026
Shalimar Paints Launches ‘Prastavana’ to Support Painters’ Wellbeing and Skill Development

Shalimar Paints Launches ‘Prastavana’ to Support Painters’ Wellbeing and Skill Development

The initiative reflects Shalimar Paints’ commitment to ‘Empowering Hands That Build India’ through dedicated healthcare, insurance and skill development support for painters.

Shalimar Paints  October 22, 2026
Maruti Suzuki expands Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) initiative in Gurugram

Maruti Suzuki expands Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) initiative in Gurugram

Maruti Suzuki will add 1,000 cameras and radar systems in phase 2 of the project at around 70 junctions across 9 road stretches covering 65 kms of city roads

Maruti Suzuki  October 21, 2026
WHO Applauds Asha Kirana Initiative by OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation & Karnataka Government

WHO Applauds Asha Kirana Initiative by OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation & Karnataka Government

The Report highlights the institutionalisation of 393 vision centres (Drishti Kendras)- part of the Asha Kirana initiative- a significant milestone in the journey towards a blindness-free Karnataka

WHO  October 21, 2026
Ramaiah Memorial Hospital Boosts First Responder Preparedness on World Trauma Day

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital Boosts First Responder Preparedness on World Trauma Day

‘BE FIRST’ hands-on programme trains 100+ first responders in essential skills for timely and safe intervention during trauma emergencies

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital  October 17, 2026
Reliance Foundation & Estée Lauder Foundation Partner to Empower 1 Million Girls & Young Women

Reliance Foundation & Estée Lauder Foundation Partner to Empower 1 Million Girls & Young Women

The initiative will help young women and girls strengthen digital and financial literacy, and inform them about future pathways such as educational courses, trainings and livelihoods

Reliance Foundati & Estée Lauder Foundation On October 14, 2026
BASF India & Partners Launch Polyurethane Waste Recycling Facility in Keralam

BASF India & Partners Launch Polyurethane Waste Recycling Facility in Keralam

The inauguration ceremony was attended by representatives from Government, BASF India, the Indian Polyurethane Association, Green Worms and prominent stakeholders from the footwear industry.

BASF India  October 13, 2026
NRAI Bengaluru & Mitti Café Job Mela Opens Doors to 110+ Specially Abled People

NRAI Bengaluru & Mitti Café Job Mela Opens Doors to 110+ Specially Abled People

In association with Mitti Café, NRAI Bengaluru Chapter connects 110+ specially abled people with job opportunities across 30+ restaurant brands, including Empire, Nagarjuna, Nandhana Palace and Samosa Party.

NRAI Bengaluru & Mitti Cafe  October 13, 2026

Press Releases

Official announcements and program milestones.

Announcements

Events, registrations, and community updates.

Government Updates

Scheme awareness and coordination updates.

Jun 28, 2026

Awareness Drive on Government Health Insurance Schemes

MHH conducted community sessions to educate families about Ayushman Bharat and state health coverage benefits.

Jun 05, 2026

Coordination Meeting with ICDS on Nutrition Programs

MHH representatives met with ICDS officials to strengthen collaboration on maternal and child nutrition initiatives.

May 15, 2026

Swachh Bharat Awareness Campaign in Rural Panchayats

Community-led sanitation drives and awareness programs were held across multiple villages with local government support.

Apr 20, 2026

Skill Development Coordination with NULM Mission

MHH partnered with the National Urban Livelihoods Mission to align vocational training with government skill frameworks.

Media Coverage

News stories and features about MHH activities.

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