Empowering Communities. Enriching Lives.
At Zydus, our commitment to improving lives extends beyond healthcare. Inspired by the vision of our Founder Chairman, Late Mr. Ramanbhai B. Patel, our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focus on creating healthier, empowered and sustainable communities.
Through Zydus Srishti, our flagship CSR programme, we drive meaningful social impact across five pillars – Swasthya, Shiksha, Shodh, Saath and Saksham. These initiatives address critical needs in healthcare, education, innovation, environmental sustainability and livelihood development, contributing to inclusive growth.
Our Impact in FY 2025–26
- 4.65 lakh+
Direct beneficiaries - 24.64 lakh+
Indirect beneficiaries - ₹10.1 crore
CSR expenditure - 12,744
Employee volunteers - 8,662
Volunteering hours
Our Five Pillars
Swasthya – Advancing Healthcare Access
Swasthya focusses on making quality healthcare accessible to underserved communities through healthcare infrastructure, maternal and child welfare, preventive care and community health programmes.
A flagship initiative, Zydus Medical College and Hospital, Dahod, provides free healthcare to communities across eastern Gujarat and neighbouring regions. With 1,034 beds and advanced medical facilities, the hospital recorded over 4.29 lakh outpatient consultations, 48,000 inpatient admissions and 51,000 surgeries during FY 2025–26.
Our Safe Motherhood and Child Survival Programme in Mumbai reached over 11,700 beneficiaries, supporting maternal health, high-risk pregnancy identification, newborn care and access to government welfare schemes. Community health initiatives also included blood donation drives that collected 1,375 units of blood and improvements to sanitation facilities in rural schools.
Shiksha – Enabling Education for All
Shiksha supports equitable access to quality education through scholarships, infrastructure development and inclusive learning opportunities.
Through the IPA–Ramanbhai Patel Scholarship Programme, 100 economically disadvantaged pharmacy students from 27 institutions across 18 states received educational support during FY 2025–26.
The redevelopment of a rural secondary and higher secondary school in Changodar, Gujarat, strengthened classroom facilities, sanitation, security and recreational infrastructure. Initiatives supporting students with disabilities also provided specialised academic assistance and sports training, enabling participation and achievements at district, state and national levels.
Shodh – Nurturing Innovation
Shodh promotes scientific curiosity, research and grassroots innovation to address societal challenges.
The Zydus Innovation Programme supported Swargorohan, an environmentally responsible cremation solution implemented across five villages in Gujarat, reducing firewood consumption by approximately 85%.
Through the STEM Innovation Programme, Zydus supported the IRIS National Fair, where 77 students from 16 states presented 59 innovative projects spanning biomedical engineering, sustainable energy, robotics and other scientific disciplines.
Saath – Strengthening Communities and the Environment
Saath focusses on environmental conservation, water security, sustainable agriculture and community development.
The Zydus Watershed Development Programme, implemented across 22 villages in Gujarat and Maharashtra, has created 156 water harvesting structures over two years, strengthening groundwater recharge and benefiting over 10,000 farmers directly.
Through Green Gujarat initiatives, Zydus promotes biodiversity and environmental stewardship. During FY 2025–26, approximately 1.75 lakh seed balls were dispersed across 17 locations.
In partnership with the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation, the Zydus GMC Garden initiative is transforming a public space into an inclusive green ecosystem with recreational, fitness and biodiversity-supporting facilities.
Saksham – Empowering Livelihoods
Saksham aims to strengthen economic independence through skill development, vocational training and livelihood opportunities for underserved communities.
During FY 2025–26, 390 women across Ahmedabad and Vadodara received vocational training in bakery, food production, soap and candle making, beauty services and other income-generating skills. The programmes also provided guidance on entrepreneurship, marketing and business management.
Additionally, 60 persons with disabilities received sewing and stitching training to enhance employability, confidence and self-reliance.
Through initiatives such as Jyoti Utsav – NGO Mela, Zydus also provides a platform for grassroots organisations to showcase their work and foster community partnerships.
Employee Volunteering
Employee participation is integral to Zydus’ CSR efforts. Zydans actively contribute to healthcare outreach, education, environmental conservation, blood donation and community development programmes.
During FY 2025–26, 12,744 Zydans contributed 8,662 volunteering hours, reinforcing a culture of compassion and collective responsibility.
Through initiatives such as Jyoti Utsav – NGO Mela, Zydus also provides a platform for grassroots organisations to showcase their work and foster community partnerships.
Creating Lasting Impact
Through sustained investments, strategic partnerships and community participation, Zydus continues to address social challenges and create opportunities for underserved communities.
Guided by its purpose of empowering people with the freedom to live healthier and more fulfilled lives, the Company remains committed to building a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable future.