Commemorating three decades of successful operations in India, Hyundai Motor Group announced a significant expansion of its social contribution programs across the nation. This move reinforces the South Korean automotive giant’s long-standing commitment to community development and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in India.
The automotive group revealed plans to significantly broaden its community-tailored initiatives, centered around the inspiring message “Living Together in India.” These expanded efforts will build upon the impactful programs already implemented by seven of its affiliates since Hyundai Motor Group’s initial entry into the Indian market, highlighting a holistic approach to sustainable community support.
Hyundai Motor has specifically committed to expanding its critical “Hyundai Hope for Cancer” campaign in India. This vital initiative will be integrated with its globally recognized “Hyundai Hope on Wheels” program, aiming to deliver more systematic and comprehensive assistance to cancer patients across the country.
A cornerstone of Hyundai’s healthcare commitment in India is the establishment of the Hyundai Center for Cancer Genomics at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. This advanced center is dedicated to supporting pioneering research into the causes of various cancers and significantly strengthening India’s local biomedical research capabilities, fostering innovation in cancer treatment.
Further enhancing healthcare accessibility, Hyundai Motor will also broaden its telemedicine and mobile medical services, reaching an increasing number of underserved communities and ensuring crucial health support is available where it’s needed most.
Beyond healthcare, the Hyundai Motor Group’s affiliates are significantly widening their education support programs, underscoring their dedication to empowering India’s youth and fostering future talent.
Kia, a key affiliate, will actively continue its successful technical education program, initially launched in 2024. This expanded initiative includes the establishment of a cutting-edge design studio and advanced educational facilities, coupled with providing valuable scholarships to outstanding students. Furthermore, through its impactful “Buckle-Up” program, Kia remains committed to delivering crucial traffic safety education to young people across the country, promoting responsible road behavior.
Hyundai Mobis, the group’s renowned auto parts manufacturer, is committed to fostering practical skills by establishing state-of-the-art engineering labs at various local schools this year. These labs will provide students with invaluable hands-on engineering education. Additionally, Hyundai Mobis plans to establish a new kindergarten in a rural area, directly addressing the need to improve early learning conditions and opportunities for young children.
Hyundai Wia has made significant strides in public health and education by installing modern women’s restrooms at middle and high schools within the Sengadu area. This initiative directly supports disease prevention and substantially enhances educational access and opportunities for female students. Beyond schools, Hyundai Wia has also constructed and supplied essential restroom facilities at numerous public sites, ensuring they are well-stocked with sanitary products, hand towels, and soap, with further expansion plans underway to benefit more communities.
Further demonstrating collective corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Glovis, Hyundai Steel, and Hyundai Transys have actively contributed to vital school renovation and clean water projects across India, ensuring safer and healthier learning environments for thousands of students.
Recognizing the profound impact of cultural understanding, Hyundai Motor Group emphasizes that culture and art exchange programs play a pivotal role in strengthening the bonds between South Korea and India, fostering mutual appreciation and global citizenship.
The group’s flagship international volunteer program, “Happy Move,” stands as a testament to this commitment. It has successfully deployed over 4,240 university student volunteers to India on 23 separate occasions. These dedicated student volunteers have passionately introduced various aspects of Korean culture, including the Korean language, traditional Taekwondo, and popular K-pop music, to diverse local communities, creating enriching cross-cultural experiences.
Furthering these cultural connections, Hyundai Steel has actively dispatched specialized volunteer groups to key Indian cities like Chennai and Anantapur over the past three years. These groups have diligently conducted innovative educational programs encompassing both Korean language and science, alongside organizing vibrant cultural exchange events that bridge communities.
Hyundai Motor Group’s “Art for Hope” program, a significant initiative dedicated to nurturing emerging artists, has seen substantial expansion, now supporting 50 artistic teams this year. Since its inception in 2021, this impactful project has consistently provided crucial financial support and valuable exhibition opportunities to dozens of talented artists annually. This fosters greater artistic collaboration and dialogue between Korean and Indian artists, enriching the global art landscape.
Hyundai Motor Group is also a proactive leader in environmental sustainability, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to a greener future through a range of impactful eco-friendly programs in India. This includes Hyundai Motor’s innovative “Ecogram” program, which has successfully established advanced waste recycling facilities and effectively converts food waste into clean biogas for power generation, promoting circular economy principles.
Furthermore, through its ambitious “Ioniq Forest” campaign, Hyundai has made remarkable strides in combating deforestation and enhancing urban green spaces. Since 2021, the initiative has led to the planting of an impressive 1.1 million trees and the development of vital urban parks in key regions across India, including Pune, Sriperumbudur, and Gurgaon, significantly contributing to local biodiversity and environmental health.
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