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Our Commitment to Society: Corporate Social Responsibility
Shaping Better Futures for Youth of Today and Tomorrow
Backed by a strong legacy of community impact, Bajaj Finserv, through Bajaj Beyond, is dedicated to shaping a better future for 'Youth of Today' and 'Youth of Tomorrow'. The initiative spans key focus areas, including Skilling, Child Education, Child Health, Child Protection, and Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities. We work closely with grassroots organisations, partners, schools, institutions and hospitals to drive meaningful change.
In FY2025, we implemented 265 projects with a CSR spend of `335.73 crore, further strengthening our commitment to social impact.
Skillserv: Skilling and Employability to Empower Youth
Bajaj Finserv is committed to bridging the skills gap through skilling and employability programmes, self-employment initiatives, and entrepreneurial support, with a focus on youth and women from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our flagship initiative, Skillserv, aims to bridge the employability gap in the BFSI sector by offering comprehensive, industry-relevant training programmes.
46,807
STUDENTS TRAINED FOR SKILLSERV PROGRAMMES
177,349
BENEFITTED FROM SKILLING THROUGH GRANT-MAKING PROGRAMMES
Note: Beneficiary estimates are based on the full project period and not necessarily for the financial year under consideration.
Self-implemented Initiative
The Certificate Program in Banking, Finance and Insurance (CPBFI) is our 120-hour comprehensive module designed to equip youth with the knowledge and skills demanded by the industry.
In addition to CPBFI, Skillserv is piloting new skilling modules in niche BFSI segments such as insurance, gold loans, and microfinance, while actively developing a growing library of digital programmes. Over time, Skillserv aims to create a robust skilling ecosystem that leverages Bajaj Finserv's sectoral expertise to unlock economic and social opportunities for underserved youth across the country.
Skilling through Grant-making Initiatives
We partnered with multiple organisations to deliver a diverse range of training and skilling programmes, ensuring broader access to skill development and employment opportunities across various sectors and demographics.
Sector-specific Training Programmes
We support targeted skill development through a mix of short and long term vocational and need‑based programmes. These projects are designed to benefit youth from marginalised or underserved communities, helping them learn specific skills that meet the demands of specific industries, regions or entrepreneurial models.
Healthcare Skilling
Within the healthcare domain, our efforts are directed towards enhancing the capacity of healthcare professionals, especially paramedics and technical staff, through targeted capacitybuilding and fellowship initiatives. We work towards addressing healthcare needs in rural, urban and tribal communities, thereby reducing migration pressures.
Skill Development for Persons with Disabilities
We recognise that individuals with disabilities, including those with intellectual and developmental challenges such as autism, Down Syndrome, and cerebral palsy, often face limited opportunities in the job market. We collaborate closely with partners to design and implement skill development programmes that cater to their unique needs, including enterprise‑based and employability-focused skills.
Self-Employment and Entrepreneurship Development
We support individuals in establishing micro and nano‑enterprises, helping them transition into income-generating activities with long-term potential. To drive innovation in the skilling ecosystem, we have also incubated social startups that address critical challenges in employability and vocational training.
Women Empowerment
We are committed to empowering women—especially those from marginalised communities, rural areas and lower socio-economic backgrounds—by equipping them with skills needed for employment or entrepreneurship. Through diverse training programmes in healthcare, retail, hospitality, artisanal crafts, and food processing, we aim to enable sustainable income generation and foster economic independence.
Well-being of Children: A Comprehensive Approach
Investing in children’s well-being is essential for long-term societal progress. We support initiatives in child health, education, protection, and inclusion for persons with disabilities, ensuring a holistic impact on their development.
32,460
WERE SUPPORTED THROUGH HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
2,562,998
BENEFITTED FROM EDUCATION-RELATED INITIATIVES
43,860
SUPPORTED UNDER CHILDREN PROTECTION
554,229
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS) WERE SUPPORTED
Note: Beneficiary estimates are based on the full project period and not just the financial year under consideration.
PanIIT: Empowering Rural Youth through Industry-aligned Skilling
The demand for skilled blue-collar workers in sectors like construction and manufacturing is on the rise. Yet, limited access to quality education continues to trap rural youth in a cycle of underemployment and poverty. The PanIIT Alumni Reach for India (PARFI) project offers a sustainable, no-cost skilling model with assured job placements—empowering underserved youth through industry‑aligned training and improved household income. Supported by Bajaj Finserv, the project will benefit 2,000 underprivileged youth from rural India. In a recent milestone, seven girls from remote Jharkhand villages, born to small farmers and daily wage earners, were selected for specialised training at Renesas in Malaysia’s advanced semiconductor industry.
Child Health
We are committed to providing holistic care for children under 18 years facing critical health conditions through a combination of medical and surgical support, infrastructure enhancement, and community awareness. We specifically focus on Cleft lip and palate, heart diseases, paediatric cancer, type 1 diabetes and epilepsy. Our interventions focus not only on treatment and surgeries but also on early diagnostics, community-based screening, and awareness to reach last mile beneficiaries.
Cleft Care
We are dedicated to supporting children born with cleft lip and palate conditions, ensuring access to timely surgeries and comprehensive care. In collaboration with Smile Train India, we launched the Maha Smiles initiative in Maharashtra, with the goal of performing comprehensive cleft care while driving awareness for early intervention.
Type 1 Diabetes Care
We support comprehensive care for children with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) by providing access to medical treatment, diabetes education, counselling, and overall family support. We have partnered with HCJMRI Hospital to establish a Centre of Excellence for T1D, operating on a Hub and Spoke model with a central Hub in Pune and satellite Spokes in Nagpur and Kolhapur.
Paediatric Heart Care
Our efforts encompass supporting surgeries for congenital heart disease, raising community awareness about early interventions and heart defects through community-based screening and referrals.
Cancer Care
Paediatric cancer support initiatives facilitate access to advanced treatments and holistic care for children fighting cancer.
Epilepsy Care
Critical surgeries and medicinal assistance are provided to children affected by epilepsy, improving their quality of life and developmental outcomes.
Healthcare Infrastructure
Hospitals were equipped with advanced paediatric medical equipment, and healthcare workers were trained to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
Sai Sanjeevani Hospitals: Healing Little Hearts
Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centres for Child Heart Care provide free, high-quality treatment to children with congenital heart disease (CHD), including complex surgeries, using state-of-the-art infrastructure. Through Bajaj Finserv’s backing, it supports surgeries, awareness, advocacy and early referral, skilling of healthcare workers and genomic research.
With assistance from Bajaj Finserv, the hospital is expanding its capacity through a new 10‑bed ICU and modular OT—enabling additional surgeries annually and reducing the waiting list for underserved children. Diagnosed with CHD at just one, Ganesh’s parents—migrants from Bihar—feared surgery after losing a family member to the same condition. They delayed treatment, hoping he’d recover on his own. As his condition worsened, a relative guided them to Sai Sanjeevani Hospital in Navi Mumbai, where a successful surgery finally let Ganesh breathe freely.
Child Education
We have implemented targeted interventions and collaborations to strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy, STEM education, and social-emotional learning among children. The initiatives are directed towards enhancing children's lives by aligning with government programmes and schemes.
Digital and Tech-based Interventions
We collaborate with organisations to facilitate digital teaching interventions, harnessing technology to augment educational accessibility and effectiveness.
Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
Projects target barriers to foundational learning and numeracy, with a specific focus on bolstering academic performance in core subjects through innovative approaches.
Mental Health Interventions
Partnerships enable mental health interventions, encompassing emotional well-being promotion and behavioural issue mitigation, vital for fostering a conducive learning environment.
Early Childhood Education
Centred on cognitive, social, and emotional development, early childhood education initiatives prioritise language enhancement and school readiness, laying a strong foundation for future academic success.
Comprehensive School Interventions
Comprehensive interventions encompass nutrition support, health check-ups, and skill development to enhance employability, ensuring students are equipped with essential competencies.
Vocational Education Initiatives
Efforts in vocational education aim to impart practical skills and industry knowledge, contributing to decreased dropout rates and heightened employability prospects.
Scholarship Support
We extend scholarship support, facilitating the completion of education and opening doors to brighter futures for deserving students.
Health & Well-Being
Annual health check-ups and follow-up treatments prioritise children's well-being and address potential health concerns proactively.
Lend A Hand India: Real-World Skills for School Students
Despite growing investments, India’s
secondary school curriculum
(Grades 9–12)
often lacks the practical and vocational
relevance needed for today’s world. The gap
between what students learn and the skills
real life demands remains wide.
To address this, Lend A Hand India (LAHI) aims to upgrade vocational education in 30 schools across Pune, benefitting 3,000 students. The initiative includes refurbishing school labs, training and upskilling educators, providing industry exposure (including internships), and introducing robust monitoring tools. The goal is to make school education more hands-on and aligned with real-world needs, while enhancing outcomes from existing government skill programmes.
Through LAHI’s internship programme, supported by Bajaj Finserv CSR, Shravni Bhonsale is interning with an arts studio. Her story reflects NEP 2020 in action— where vocational training builds confidence, nurtures talent and opens doors to career possibilities. Strategic support like this turns potential into progress.
Child Protection
We are committed to protecting vulnerable children from marginalised communities who face risks such as trafficking, abuse, child labour, legal conflicts and juvenile delinquency. Through strategic partnerships, we strive to create safe and nurturing environments that prioritise holistic development and long-term well-being.
Institutional Care
Comprehensive support was provided to shelter homes and child welfare institutions, ensuring safe housing and holistic care.
Rescue and Rehabilitation
Child rescue operations were conducted at railway platforms, with a focus on reuniting children with their families and rehabilitating them.
Adoption and Daycare Support
Safe spaces and early childhood care services were provided for children of construction workers, ensuring their well-being.
Community Protection Programmes
Education and protection programmes were integrated to empower children in vulnerable communities and improve their employability.
Aftercare and Transition Support
Ongoing guidance and assistance to children transitioning between phases of life, ensuring continuity of care and support beyond immediate interventions.
Awareness and Sensitisation
Collaborative efforts extend to raising awareness and sensitizing communities about child sexual abuse, creating safer environments for children.
Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities
We focus on the well-being of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) by facilitating their inclusion into mainstream society. We address intellectual, developmental, physical, and locomotor disabilities, with emphasis on early identification, intervention and counselling.
Rehabilitation and Comprehensive Care
Early therapies, parental counselling and continuous support programmes were implemented to enhance quality of life for persons with disabilities.
Educational Inclusion
Supporting special schools, inclusive education initiatives, and vocational training programmes aimed at empowering Persons with Disabilities through education.
Medical Rehabilitation
Access to aids, prosthetics, and critical medical treatments was facilitated to improve mobility and health outcomes.
Assistive Technology
Various technological advancements were leveraged to enhance disability support and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
Community-based Inclusion
Projects offer therapies, counselling, educational support, medical aids and employment opportunities at the community level.
Competitive Exam and Fellowships
Students with disabilities were supported in clearing competitive exams, ensuring access to higher education and employment opportunities.
Measuring the Impact of Our Actions
Bajaj Finserv is committed to making a positive impact on society through various CSR initiatives.
Our CSR projects span education, healthcare, livelihoods, skilling and People with Disabilities (PwDs). We believe it is essential to assess the outcomes and effectiveness of these initiatives to ensure they align with our objectives and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of the communities we serve.
In FY2025, we conducted assessment of 26 CSR projects. The assessment exercise helped us understand the impact of our work on ground and highlighted associated challenges, feeding into our decision-making process and motivating continued engagement in thoughtful learning and reflection.
Taking the Responsible Road Ahead
Alongside our continued focus on the development of child and youth beneficiaries, the Company is committed to deepening its impact in Pune city through multi-pronged interventions, partner capacity building, and the implementation of more strategic, outcome-driven projects.
