Jammu, India, January 6, 2025: As a part of its CSR vision to bring about the holistic development of underserved communities in a sustainable manner, Sun Pharma, the largest pharmaceutical company in India, inaugurated a Sewing Training-cum-Production Centre today in Samba, Jammu in collaboration with the ELFA International and Usha International. This initiative aims to empower 25 women from low-income groups in the area, by enhancing their skills and promoting micro-enterprises.
As part of the program, participants will receive 25 days of intensive training in sewing and stitching. They will also be guided on establishing village-level sewing enterprises, encouraging self-reliance and driving social change within their communities. The participants will be provided continuous skill enhancement and ongoing support through regular follow-ups and market linkages.
This initiative seeks to uplift the socio-economic status and quality of life of participating women, improve access to education and healthcare for their families, and create employment opportunities at the village level.
The program was launched by Shri Chander Paraksh Ganga (Chief Guest), Honorable MLA Vijaypur constituency in presence of Dr. Arun Manhas (JKAS) (Guest of Honour) Director Industries & Commerce, Professor Indu Kilam (Guest of Honour), Sr. Advisor & Mentor, ELFA International, Ms. Heena Kouser, ELFA International Ms. Parul Khajuria (JKAS) Block Development Officer, Mr. Uday Chintawar (Guest of Honour), Plant Head, Sun Pharma, Ms. Priyanka Talwar, Sun Pharma, Ms. Shayista Ayoub, State Coordinator, USHA International, Mr. Tersem Singh, Ms. Minakshi Sharma, ELFA International and other dignitaries.
Shri Chander Prakash Ganga, MLA Vijaypur appreciated Sun Pharam, ELFA International and USHA International for starting this wonderful program in district Samba, Jammu and ensured his full support and cooperation.
Dr. Arun Manhas (JKAS), Director Industries & Commerce, said such initiatives are need of the hour and ELFA International has been doing a commendable job in J&K, he appreciated Sun Pharma for taking this wonderful initiative under their CSR initiative and assured his full support and cooperation
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Chandrashekhar Gowda, AVP – Head, Corporate Social Responsibility, said, “At Sun Pharma, we are deeply committed to promoting social change and economic self-reliance. By equipping women with essential skills and opportunities we aim to foster resilience, economic independence and greater gender equality. Sun Pharma is working closely with local and district administration to ensure the success of this initiative”.
Through its partnership with ELFA International and Usha International for this Usha Silai School program, Sun Pharma underscores its commitment to driving meaningful societal change and fostering the development of communities in need.
Sun Pharma is also running this program for 25 women in Panoli, Gujarat.
About Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (CIN – L24230GJ1993PLC019050)
Sun Pharma is a leading global specialty generics company with presence in Innovative products, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. It is the largest pharmaceutical company in India and is a leading generic company in the US as well as Global Emerging Markets. Sun’s high growth Global Specialty portfolio spans innovative products in dermatology, ophthalmology, and onco-dermatology and accounts for over 18% of company sales. The company’s vertically integrated operations deliver high-quality medicines, trusted by physicians and consumers in over 100 countries. Its manufacturing facilities are spread across six continents. Sun Pharma is proud of its multi-cultural workforce drawn from over 50 nations. For further information, please visit www.sunpharma.com and follow us on LinkedIn & X (Formerly Twitter).”
