Astral Foundation commemorates International Day of the Girl Child with short film

Mumbai/Ahmedabad, October 13, 2023: Astral Limited in collaboration with its corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm, Astral Foundation, has released a short film in honor of International Day of the Girl Child. This film takes inspiration from Padma Shri Awardee Shyam Sunder Paliwal's work in Piplantri, Rajasthan, focusing on the welfare of the girl child and environmental conservation.

To support this initiative, Astral Foundation has installed a 13-kilometer-long water pipeline to supply water to plantation sites. In addition, the organisation has planted 5,000 trees to celebrate the birth of 42 daughters in Piplantri on the International Day of the Girl Child.

Speaking on the association, Mr. Kairav Engineer, Director, Astral Limited, said, “We're honored to join Padma Shri Shyam Sunder Paliwal in celebrating this inspiring initiative, showcasing the power of collective action for positive change. We have supported the initiative this year by installing a 13 km pipeline and planting 5,000 trees. Join us in commemorating International Day of the Girl Child with this campaign.”

Mrs. Jagruti Engineer, Director, Astral Limited said, “We are deeply privileged to stand alongside Padma Shri Shyam Sunder Paliwal in support of this initiative to create a better society and a healthier planet. We are deeply committed to championing forward-thinking projects that help in building a sustainable future.”

Shyam Sunder Paliwal's mission which began in 2006, involves planting 111 saplings for every newborn girl in Piplantri. Parents open bank accounts in their daughters' names and pledge not to marry them off before 18 or engage in female foeticide. This campaign has not only brought prosperity to Piplantri but has also addressed water scarcity issues in Rajasthan.

Watch the short film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orTOCb_WIuo