Mindspace REIT supports infrastructure enhancement at Yerwada Jail

14 Oct 2024 CW Team

A fully equipped primary health centre for improved medical care
Drinking water storage tank with a filtration system, to ensure clean water access
Changing rooms and rest rooms for male and female staff members
New washrooms for enhanced sanitation, and
24x7 ambulance to strengthen emergency response capabilities

Each of these, reflect Mindspace REIT’s dedication to making a tangible difference in the community by supporting the wellbeing of both the jail’s staff and inmates.

Speaking on the initiative, Ramesh Nair, CEO, Mindspace REIT, said, "At Mindspace REIT, we believe our role goes beyond commercial success; it’s about uplifting the communities around us. This initiative at Yerwada Central Jail is a vital step in addressing the often-overlooked needs of those who live and work in such institutions. By providing essential infrastructure—healthcare, sanitation and emergency response support—we aim to foster dignity, safety, and an improved quality of life. Our goal is to create meaningful, lasting change that strengthens not just individuals but the fabric of our society."

Mindspace REIT has made impactful contributions across a wide range of social causes, from education and healthcare to animal welfare, skill development and research. These efforts demonstrate the entity’s unwavering commitment to fostering stronger, more inclusive communities and reflects the core belief that building better businesses begins with building better societies.

Mindspace Business Parks REIT, owner and developer of a quality Grade A office portfolio located in four key office markets of India, strengthens CSR and Community Impact efforts through support towards infrastructure enhancement at Yerwada Central Jail, Pune. Aimed at addressing necessary infrastructure needs of both the staff and the jail’s 6,500 inmates, this initiative includes support in developing the following:A fully equipped primary health centre for improved medical careDrinking water storage tank with a filtration system, to ensure clean water accessChanging rooms and rest rooms for male and female staff membersNew washrooms for enhanced sanitation, and24x7 ambulance to strengthen emergency response capabilitiesEach of these, reflect Mindspace REIT’s dedication to making a tangible difference in the community by supporting the wellbeing of both the jail’s staff and inmates.Speaking on the initiative, Ramesh Nair, CEO, Mindspace REIT, said, At Mindspace REIT, we believe our role goes beyond commercial success; it’s about uplifting the communities around us. This initiative at Yerwada Central Jail is a vital step in addressing the often-overlooked needs of those who live and work in such institutions. By providing essential infrastructure—healthcare, sanitation and emergency response support—we aim to foster dignity, safety, and an improved quality of life. Our goal is to create meaningful, lasting change that strengthens not just individuals but the fabric of our society.Mindspace REIT has made impactful contributions across a wide range of social causes, from education and healthcare to animal welfare, skill development and research. These efforts demonstrate the entity’s unwavering commitment to fostering stronger, more inclusive communities and reflects the core belief that building better businesses begins with building better societies.

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