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3,511 Female Students and distribution of scholarship for 797 students in Chennai
Chennai, 05 February 2025: Malabar Group, a leading Indian business conglomerate and the parent company of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, announced its Educational Scholarships for female students in Tamil Nadu for the 2024–2025 academic year. The announcement was made during an event at The Anna Centenary Library, Chennai. This announcement marks a significant milestone in the Group's flagship CSR initiative, the Malabar Scholarship Programme, which underscores its commitment to supporting girls' education.
In this Event our Chief Guest Thiru. Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi Hon’ble Minister of School Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, formally announced and distributed the Scholarships to all the students. The Group’s top leadership, including, Thiru M P Ahammed, Chairman – Malabar Group, Thiru Asher O, MD - India Operations - Malabar Group, Thiru. Yasser K B, Regional Head – Tamil Nadu, Thiru Ameer Babu T P - North Zonal Head, Thiru Sudheer Mohamed – East Zonal Head, Thiru Noushad P M – West Zonal Head were also present at the event along with other management team members of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, customers, well-wishers and students. This year, the scholarship program in India has earmarked a budget of ₹16 crore to support the education of over 21,000 femlae students. In Tamil Nadu, a total of ₹2.80 crore has been allocated to assist the education of more than 3,511 female students across 446 Govt School in the state.
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Speaking about the initiative, MP Ahammed, Chairman, of Malabar Group, said, “Education is the most powerful tool to change the world. Our scholarship programme is a direct reflection of Malabar Group’s deep-rooted belief that education unlocks opportunities and transforms lives. We are committed to removing barriers for young girls so they can fulfil their educational aspirations and contribute meaningfully to society.”
Since its inception, Malabar Group has demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusive growth through its social welfare activities. In 1999, the Malabar Charitable Trust (MCT) was created to structure and expand these efforts. The group allocates 5% of its profits to CSR initiatives, which span education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and poverty alleviation, focusing on empowering marginalized communities.
The Malabar National Scholarship Programme, launched in 2007, is a flagship initiative under its CSR framework. To date, over ₹60 crore has been contributed to support the programme, providing financial aid to more than 95,000 girl students across India & over ₹13.50 crore has been contributed to the support of more than 21,500 girl students in Tamil Nadu State. By focusing on girls' education, Malabar Group aims to uplift not just individuals but entire communities, ensuring future generations are equipped with the tools for social and economic progress.
In addition to the scholarship programme, the Malabar Group's Hunger-Free World Project provides nutritious meals to the underprivileged across the country. Supported by a strong network of volunteers and partnerships with local NGOs, the initiative is committed to eradicating hunger and ensuring food security for all. Currently, over 60,000 food packets are distributed daily in 81 cities across 17 states in India. Additionally, 10,000 food packets are provided every day to school students in Zambia. Malabar Group aims to scale the project to serve 100,000 people daily at 200 centres. The Hunger-Free World Project is being implemented in collaboration with Thanal, a voluntary organisation, which is active in social service.
The Malabar Group has also launched the Grandma Home project, which provides free, fully equipped accommodation for destitute women, offering them protection and care. Currently, homes are operational in Hyderabad and Bengaluru, with plans to expand to major cities in Kerala, as well as Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, and Mumbai.
We have also established 581 micro-learning canters across 12 states, dedicated to educating dropout students. To date, we have supported over 25,800 students.
The Group’s CSR initiatives aimed at uplifting marginalized communities include medical aid for the underprivileged, support for housing construction, and financial assistance for the marriages of women in need. To date, the Malabar Group has invested over ₹282.29 crore in various social responsibility projects, reflecting its commitment to sustainable development.
Malabar Group's continued focus on impactful initiatives such as education and hunger relief exemplify the company's belief that sustainable growth is only possible when communities are empowered and supported in every way possible. This dedication will remain at the heart of all future endeavours as the Group continues to expand both its business and social responsibilities.
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