From correspondents in Delhi, India, 08:11 PM IST

Ballarpur Industries Ltd. (BILT), India’s leading paper manufacturer and flagship of the US$ 3 billion Avantha Group, has been named one of the top 10 companies to undertake active CSR initiatives in a study conducted by TNS India and The Times Foundation. In this national level study, leading business houses and public sector organizations have been rated on various parameters defining the role and importance of CSR.

Commenting on the survey findings, Mr. R.R. Vederah, Managing Director BILT said, “It is heartening to be recognized for our efforts. At BILT, we believe in engaging with our stakeholders and employees to ensure the sustainable development of the people and communities we work with, and the environment in which we operate.”

Ms. Yashashree Gurjar, Head–CSR, BILT added, “We have a holistic CSR policy that is linked to the overall development of the communities and the environment. BILT is one of the very few organisations that have aligned their CSR initiatives with the United Nations’ Millennium Development Goals.”

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