Date: September 11, 2026

Initiative Overview

Mphasis, a global AI-led technology solutions provider, is supporting an environmental sustainability initiative led by SGBS Unnati Foundation in collaboration with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). The initiative focuses on creating greener and more sustainable public spaces in Bengaluru through cross-sector collaboration.

Partnership Structure

  • SGBS Unnati Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with BMRCL for the maintenance of Pier Nos. BP-382 to BP-437
  • The initiative will support upkeep of the designated metro corridor while contributing to cleaner and more sustainable public environment
  • This represents a cross-sector approach combining institutional support, CSR participation and community-oriented implementation

CSR Commitment and Broader Environmental Projects

The initiative builds on Mphasis' broader CSR commitment of working with social organisations, government institutions and community stakeholders to address environmental and community priorities. Specific environmental projects include:

  • Supporting planting and maintenance of 100,000 trees at Doddasagare Botanical Garden in Karnataka
  • Contributing to revival of Bodanahosahalli Lake to enhance groundwater recharge and strengthen local biodiversity
  • Establishing 1,200 percolation wells across Bengaluru with aim of conserving estimated 153 million litres of rainwater by 2026

Management Commentary

Deepa Nagraj, Senior Vice President & Global Head - ESG, Sparkle Innovation Ecosystem, and Communications, Mphasis stated: \"Building sustainable communities requires more than individual efforts. It calls for organisations to come together and take shared responsibility for the places in which we live and work. Our CSR efforts are guided by this belief, with partnerships enabling us to support issues that are relevant to the communities around us.\"

Dr. Ramesh Swamy, Director, SGBS Unnati Foundation commented: \"Meaningful and sustainable community development is possible when organisations come together with a shared sense of responsibility. Our collaboration with Mphasis and BMRCL is a testament to this spirit.\"

About SGBS Unnati Foundation

SGBS Unnati Foundation made history by becoming the first NGO in India to be listed on the Social Stock Exchanges of both NSE and BSE in December 2023. The foundation drives a flagship Youth Employability Programme focused on empowering underprivileged youth with skills required for job market success, including communication skills, spoken English, digital literacy, life skills, workplace readiness and career preparedness.