Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited (AIFL)
At AIFL, it is our belief that the engagement with environment and social issues must be deep, meaningful and formed on the bedrock of long-term commitment. For us,
CSR is an extension of our overall ethos of doing responsible business. Our CSR vision is to support social development and environmental programs that are linked
to our businesses with a special focus on livelihood generation, environmental conservation, community empowerment and development for long-term and sustainable impact.
We leverage the opportunities emanating from ‘climate change mitigation plans’ for the nation. We endeavour to build a climate resilient and ESG compliant portfolio
of infrastructure assets.
CSR Committee
Initiatives
Empowering the Visually Impaired for Higher Education
AIFL in partnership with HTBF (Help the Blind Foundation) is supporting 25 Visually Impaired students for higher education,
to empower them with necessary scholarships, employability skills, accessories such as laptops and Smart Vision glasses.
Selected beneficiaries are those enrolled in Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Our partner HTBF is a pioneer in empowering Visually Impaired students for higher education, and their skill development programs
are best in class. The students are under selection through a rigid online process, scrutinized, followed by personal interviews.
The selected students will be periodically evaluated for attendance, progress and assessed through tests. The outcome expected is
to mould the selected students into more competent ones, with greater confidence, communication, computer and soft skills, enabling
them to find better quality jobs in the market with good institutions, and on par with the sighted students.
Smart Vision glass is an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) based wearable device which can help the visually impaired read,
navigate, recognize objects and people
AIFL is empowering women's wellness through two CSR programs
AI based mass cervical and breast cancer screening of women in Andhra Pradesh
AIFL is supporting a groundbreaking initiative led by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, aimed at early detection and prevention of cervical and breast cancer among women. The program uses AI-enabled, cloud-connected portable devices to screen over 12,000 women across six districts, focusing on vulnerable populations such as HIV+ patients and female sex workers. In partnership with APSACS, Rotary Foundation, and Genworks, this initiative ensures timely diagnosis and treatment for pre-cancerous and cancerous conditions, setting a potential model for other states.
Menstrual Hygiene Program for underprivileged adolescent school girls in and around Mumbai
AIFL, in collaboration with SOSVA, is working to improve menstrual hygiene for around 2,500 adolescent girls from underserved schools in and around Mumbai. The program includes educational sessions conducted by doctors and volunteers, aiming to break taboos, clear misconceptions, and promote safe hygiene practices. Girls are provided with sanitary napkins for three months, and meals are distributed during the sessions. Pre- and post-assessment surveys are conducted to measure the program’s impact, building confidence and fostering open conversations about menstrual health.
Empowering the Visually Impaired for Higher Education
AIFL co-sponsors the iRASTE (Intelligent Solutions for Road Safety through Technology & Engineering) initiative,
an AI-driven project focused on reducing road accidents in India. In partnership with INAI @ IIIT Hyderabad,
iRASTE uses a four-pronged approach—vehicle safety, mobility analysis, infrastructure safety, and driver training.
AI-enabled Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and driver monitoring technology provide real-time alerts to
prevent collisions, improve driving behavior, and enhance road safety.
The initiative targets highways, which represent just 5% of India’s roads but account for 55% of accidents. Around
200 TSRTC buses are equipped with collision warning sensors, logging data from near-miss incidents. This data is used
to identify accident-prone "grey spots," enabling focused interventions with the help of the Central Road Research Institute.
Key outcomes include:
- Reduction in highway crashes through AI-driven prevention measures like collision avoidance tech, driver training, and identifying black spots.
- Publishing India's first dynamic Road Safety Index and Road Quality Index.
- Creating a blueprint for using AI to meet India's road safety goals.
- This project is a significant step towards safer highways, with data showing improved driving behavior and reduced accident risks.
Supporting Youth Leadership Development and Social Change Makers
Society has problems like poverty, malnutrition, unemployment, lack of quality education, food and water scarcity, global warming, etc. which are waiting to be solved. NIRMAN aims to create a large group of young professionals having the desire and the capability to understand and solve the burning social problems. It plans to achieve this by developing an educational process which will facilitate a deeper search of these youth for leading a purposeful life. NIRMAN believes that such a pursuit of social problem solving will bring out the best in those individuals.
AIFL is currently supporting this “NIRMAN” program initiated by our partner agency SEARCH (Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health) in 2006, with an aim is to create a large group of young professionals intending and capable of solving social problems. This initiative is a continuously evolving process of problem-based experiential learning and identification of self through it. Every year, this NIRMAN program invites applications from the youth across India from diverse academic backgrounds and interests. AIFL is ensuring contribution for this program in the current year 2023-24, wherein workshops will be conducted for selected youth, Publicity, Outreach and Selection will be conducted, Learning & Volunteering Activities will be organised, Fellowships supported, and Capacity Building of the team will be undertaken.
Empowering underprivileged children - Junoon
AIFL, in collaboration with the Junoon Foundation, is supporting the establishment of a new centre in the suburbs of Mumbai at Saidham, Thakur Complex, aimed at providing education and holistic development for 25 underprivileged children who are currently out of school due to socio-economic barriers. The centre offers daily academic classes to bridge learning gaps and help the children excel, alongside nutritious meals to ensure proper cognitive and physical development. Health check-ups and medical aid are regularly provided, ensuring the children are in good health to learn and thrive.
The initiative also extends support to families by providing essential groceries, reducing financial burdens, and helping with documentation
to enroll their children in government schools. This program facilitates smooth transitions into formal education and continues to offer support
to the children throughout the process.
Field trips, extracurricular activities, and events are organized to expose the children to experiences beyond the classroom, nurturing their
social, emotional, and intellectual growth. This comprehensive approach prepares the children to excel in all areas of life, helping them move
toward a brighter and more stable future.
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