Mumbai, Mar 10, 2025: Three organisations from West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan have been awarded a grant of INR 2,00,000 each to further their transformative projects in their respective areas as Glenmark Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, announced the completion of the 5th edition of the Glenmark Nutrition Awards held in partnership with IDOBRO, UN Global Compact Network India, and IMPAct4Nutrition.
The awards received an overwhelming response with over 403 entries from 22 states, covering 168 districts across the country. The winners are Baikunthapur Tarun Sangha in Sundarbans in Rural NGO’s Category; Pune-based SNEH Foundation in Urban NGO’s Category; and Mahavir International Foundation Trust, Jaipur, in Other Category.
A jury chaired by Dr Raju Jotkar MD, Senior Consultant at the Mother-Child Health & Nutrition Mission, Government of Maharashtra; Sonali Mukherjee, SBC Specialist, Mumbai India Country Office; and Dr Veena Yardi MSc, MPhil & PhD (Foods, Nutrition & Dietetics Associate Professor, College of Home Science, Nirmala Niketan, provided invaluable insights on nutrition advocacy throughout the selection process.
Speaking at the occasion, Cheryl Pinto, Executive Director – Corporate Services, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd, said, “At Glenmark Foundation, we believe that healthy children are the foundation of a healthier world. Our commitment to nutrition reflects a long-term vision for societal well-being. This year’s award submissions showcased not just strategies for improving nutrition but also find sustainable, long-term solutions. Our winners have demonstrated that with vision, innovation and strategy, we can tackle malnutrition. The future we work toward is one where every child is nourished, and every community thrives in a sustainable world.”
Karon Shaiva, Chief Impact Officer & MD, Idobro Impact Solutions, stated during the event, “The Glenmark Nutrition Awards is an important initiative that recognises efforts to improve nutrition. This year, the focus has been on Nutrition and sustainability, both of which are crucial for building resilient, healthy communities. The winners and finalists this year were selected based on programs that go beyond meeting current dietary needs to also ensuring that the systems for food production, distribution, and consumption are capable of supporting future generations. Glenmark Foundation’s more than decade-long partnership with IDOBRO has fostered an environment conducive to NGOs working in the maternal and child health space."
On the occasion, Dr Raju Jotkar, Senior Consultant at the Mother-Child Health & Nutrition Mission, Government of Maharashtra, said, "It was a pleasure to serve as a Grand Jury member, evaluating nine finalists from 403 entries using a well-structured framework that ensured fairness, transparency, and impact. The diverse geographical representation of awardees reflects the initiative’s authenticity and competitiveness. Given India's nutritional transition and rising obesity concerns, future initiatives should also address overweight-related health risks, aligning with national efforts to combat non-communicable diseases. I sincerely hope this nutrition award initiative continues to strengthen India's health and well-being."
Glenmark Foundation has focused on malnutrition as a key issue, giving special attention to children aged 0 to 6 years, as well as pregnant and lactating mothers. Using a 360-degree approach to fighting malnutrition via different programs and interventions, the Glenmark Nutrition Awards aim to reaffirm the collective resolve to address malnutrition and promote holistic nutrition solutions across India's diverse landscape.
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