Annual & ESG Report 2024-25
 

Voices Of Impact

Our Partners In Creating Empowered Communities

At the heart of Colgate-Palmolive India's CSR mission lies the belief that sustainable change is rooted in strong partnerships. From oral health and education to water security, financial inclusion, and environmental stewardship, our partners are co-creators of lasting impact across the country.

 

Bhomik Shah
CEO, BharatCares

It has been a privilege to serve
as the anchor implementing
partner for the Bright Smiles,
Bright Futures® (BSBF) program
across multiple Indian states
over the past three years.
Reaching over 55 lakh students
in FY 2024–25, the program
shows how early, community-
focused interventions drive
lasting, generational change.
More than promoting oral
hygiene, BSBF is an investmen
in a future where every child has
the knowledge, habits, and
opportunities for a healthier life.

Dr. Mukesh Panwar
CEO, Oral Health Promotion

In India, oral health is often
overlooked in school health
education. Colgate’s Bright
Smiles, Bright Futures® program
helps fill this vital gap. Teaching
dental hygiene in primary school
prevents oral issues, major
diseases, and builds lifelong
habits. Including such programs
in the curriculum empowers
students to take charge of their
health early, fostering awareness
and reducing long-term
healthcare burdens. This isn’t
just dental care, it’s foundational
health literacy.

Ashutosh Burnwal
CEO, Buddy4Study

At Buddy4Study, our six-year
journey with Colgate India has
empowered students through
scholarships, mentorship, and
confidence. What makes this
partnership impactful is not just
its scale, but its depth,
combining financial aid with
guidance for holistic growth.
This is true CSR: inclusive,
life-changing, and community-driven.
Congratulations to the
Colgate team for bringing hope
and smiles to deserving youth.
We’re proud to be part of this
mission.

 
 

Ronak Shah
CEO, Seva Mandir

Our decade-long collaboration with
Colgate India has
revitalized water systems and
empowered women farmers
across 423 Rajasthan villages. It
has enabled 240 million liters in
annual water recharge, boosted
farm income by 30%, and
equipped 66,000 women with
mobile banking and fraud
prevention skills. This
partnership fosters dignity,
independence, and reflects
Colgate’s strong commitment to
sustainable community
transformation.

Aniket Deogar
CEO, Haqdarshak

In partnership with Colgate India,
we've built pathways to improve
social security and financial
inclusion across four states. We've
equipped 60,000 women and
Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)
with financial knowledge,
fostering independence and
stability in marginalized villages.
Since inception, the program
has enabled over 180 Cr in
Government benefits. This is
inclusion in action, bridging gaps,
building independence, and
driving real change in overlooked
communities.

Niraj La
Trustee, Nepra Foundation

Our partnership with
Colgate India is rooted in
purpose, tackling waste while
uplifting people. We’re building
community-owned systems,
strengthening panchayat
leadership, and driving behavior
change. Addressing complex
environmental challenges
requires strategy, collaboration,
empathy, and inclusion for
lasting impact. Together, we’ve
shown true impact lies at the
intersection of people, planet,
and purpose. We’re proud to
walk this path with Colgate.

 

Leadership That Champions Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF)