On World Earth Day, Dabur Revives Local Pond in Ghaziabad; Moves Closer to Achieving Water Positivity

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, April 22, 2025: Dabur India Limited, a leading name in natural and Ayurvedic healthcare, today announced the successful revival and rejuvenation of the Matawala pond and community well in Muradnagar block of Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The revived water body was dedicated to the community on World Earth Day today.

The revival of this water body, which now has a capacity to collect and harvest over 24,570 KL of rainwater, was undertaken as part of Dabur's ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and takes the company closer to its ambitious mission to become Water Positive by 2030.

The rejuvenation project involved extensive efforts to restore the pond's ecological balance, improve water quality, and enhance biodiversity. The project included deep digging and desilting of the pond, construction of a boundary wall, and plantation around the pond to strengthen the banks and create a sustainable water management system. An improved and natural water drainage system has also been created to filter plastic waste.

The rejuvenated pond was inaugurated by Modinagar MLA Ms Manju Shiwach in the presence of Ghaziabad District Chief Development officer Mr. Abhinav Gopal. The restoration work was undertaken through Dabur's CSR arm Jivanti Welfare and Charitable Trust, in partnership with Purva Foundation.

Speaking on the occasion, Dabur India Limited Chief Executive Officer Mr. Mohit Malhotra emphasized the importance of community-level programs for water conservation and management. "At Dabur, we recognize the critical importance of water sustainability in mitigating environmental challenges and ensuring the resilience of our communities. By rejuvenating this local pond, we are not just restoring a natural resource; we are revitalizing an entire community. This initiative aligns seamlessly with our overarching commitment to achieve water positivity by 2030."

This revived pond is set to benefit over 150 families in the village. This pond will help increase the groundwater level and facilitate irrigation of nearby agricultural land. This will lead to enhanced crop yield for local farmers and a subsequent increase in farmer income. “Dabur's commitment to sustainable development and community welfare shines through initiatives like these, as the company strives to create a better, brighter future for all. The rejuvenation of the pond in Ghaziabad is a testament to Dabur's dedication to conserving and augmenting water resources for future generations,” Dabur India Limited CSR Head Mr. Byas Anand said.

About Dabur India Limited: Dabur India Limited is one of India’s leading FMCG companies. Building on a legacy of quality and experience for 140 years, Dabur is today India’s most trusted name and the world’s largest Ayurvedic and Natural Health Care Company. Dabur India's FMCG portfolio includes eight Power Brands – Dabur Chyawanprash, Dabur Honey, Dabur Honitus, Dabur Pudin Hara, and Dabur Lal Tail in the Healthcare space; Dabur Amla and Dabur Red Paste in the Personal Care space; and Réal in the Foods & Beverages category.

About Jivanti Welfare & Charitable Trust: Jivanti, the CSR arm of Dabur India Limited, is committed to sustainable development and community welfare through various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for underprivileged communities. It focuses on empowering individuals and communities through various initiatives, including water conservation, promotion of education, skill development, livelihood enhancement, and protecting endangered herbs and plants.