Date: 1 October 2026

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Castrol India Limited announced the launch of its first skilling centre under its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme 'Ujjwal Kal' in Kolkata. The centre was unveiled on 1 October 2026 in association with Smile Foundation.

The skilling centre is located at the Smile Foundation STeP Centre in Santoshpur, Kolkata. It aims to equip young adults from economically disadvantaged communities with industry-relevant skills and connect them to employment opportunities and sustainable livelihoods.

The training programmes offered include:

  • Digital technologies
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Retail
  • Beauty & wellness
  • Communication readiness
  • Digital literacy

Learners will receive recognized certificates and placement assistance upon completion of training.

'Ujjwal Kal' is Castrol India's flagship CSR initiative launched in 2021, focusing on:

  • Strengthening livelihoods through youth upskilling
  • Women empowerment
  • Community development

The programme has a particular focus on improving access to opportunities for young women and underserved communities.

Programme statistics disclosed:

  • In 2025, Ujjwal Kal initiatives benefited close to 5,000 individuals across education, upskilling, and healthcare
  • Primary target age group: 18-28 years
  • Current participant composition: nearly 85% young women
  • Target employment outcome: 50-55% of graduates to secure direct employment or pursue self-employment opportunities

Mr. Saugata Basuray, Managing Director of Castrol India Limited, commented on the initiative stating: "Castrol India has always believed that talent is universal, but access to opportunity is not. Through Ujjwal Kal, we are working to bridge that gap by giving youth the skills, confidence, and support to build better futures for themselves and their families. The launch of our first skilling center in Kolkata is an important step in that journey, particularly in creating greater opportunities for young women."

Company Background

Castrol India Limited is a leading lubricant manufacturer with over 115 years of presence in India. The company operates three blending plants and has a distribution network of over 150,000 retail outlets nationwide. Their product portfolio includes Castrol CRB, Castrol GTX, Castrol Activ, Castrol MAGNATEC, Castrol EDGE, Castrol POWER1 and Rustilo, serving sectors including automotive, mining, machinery, and wind energy.

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