Mumbai: Lupin Human Welfare and Research Foundation (LHWRF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of global pharma major Lupin Limited (BSE: 500257, NSE: LUPIN), has been awarded the CRISIL Voluntary Organisation grading of VO 1A, the highest classification that signifies “Very Strong Delivery Capability and High Financial Proficiency.”
This distinction underscores LHWRF’s commitment to excellence, transparency, and measurable impact in the realm of social responsibility. For over 37 years, the Foundation has spearheaded initiatives to improve lives and livelihoods, strengthen healthcare systems, and empower underserved communities across India.
Tushara Shankar, Head – CSR, Lupin, said: “We are honored to receive the VO 1A rating from CRISIL, reflecting our commitment to social welfare and sustainable growth. This recognition inspires us to expand our innovative programs that support communities and create lasting positive impact.”
The CRISIL VO grading is a comprehensive assessment framework that evaluates an organization’s ability to deliver on its goals. It focuses on:
- Stakeholder engagement
- System and process efficiency
- Implementation and monitoring mechanisms
- Financial management skills including revenue and expenditure control, resource diversification, liquidity, and transparency reporting
Founded in 1988 by Dr. Desh Bandhu Gupta, LHWRF has impacted more than 2.02 million beneficiaries across 5,400 villages in 26 districts spanning eight states. Its programs focus on:
- Livelihoods Program: Sustainable solutions through capacity building, natural resource management, livestock development, strengthened value chains, and improved market access for farmers.
- Lives Program: Enhancing healthcare access and strengthening health systems to address non-communicable diseases such as COPD, CVD, asthma, diabetes, and hypertension.
By adopting a family-centered approach, LHWRF continues to break cycles of poverty and foster holistic development, positioning itself as a benchmark in CSR excellence.
