Inauguration Overview
On 17 June 2026, the Elan Foundation – the corporate social responsibility arm of the Elan Group – officially opened a Citizen Lounge cum New Age Learning Centre (NALC) within the District Magistrate (DM) Office in New Delhi. The inauguration was led by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta, and attended by senior IAS officials including Divisional Commissioner Neeraj Semwal and District Magistrate Sunny Kumar Singh, as well as Mr. Akash Kapoor, Director of the Elan Group.
Purpose and Design
The NALC is designed as a dual‑purpose facility: it provides a comfortable lounge for citizens visiting the DM Office, thereby enhancing public‑service experience, and simultaneously offers a well‑equipped learning environment for students and aspirants preparing for competitive civil‑service examinations. The centre includes modern seating, study areas, and resources intended to support educational advancement.
Statements from Officials
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta praised the collaboration between the district administration and the Elan Group, describing the project as a “very important good‑governance effort” that will improve facilities for citizens and support community development. District Magistrate Sunny Kumar Singh highlighted that the centre will “significantly enhance the experience of citizens” and serve as a valuable knowledge resource for aspirants. Akash Kapoor, Director of the Elan Group, emphasized that the initiative reflects the foundation’s commitment to creating lasting social impact through infrastructure that benefits both citizens and future national leaders.
Corporate Social Responsibility Context
The launch underscores Elan Foundation’s continued focus on education, public infrastructure, and social welfare as core components of its CSR strategy. By delivering this facility, the foundation aims to contribute to the overall quality of life and societal progress in Delhi.
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