Bengaluru – January 13, 2026: Mahindra’s Truck and Bus business, as a part of its much celebrated and renowned CSR Program, Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyan, has announced the onset of its 12^th edition, with plans to awards another 1000 scholarships of Rs. 10,000/- each to truck drivers’ daughters who have passed Std X exam and are pursuing further studies.

This program is aimed at saluting and honouring the exceptional spirit of the truck drivers in ensuring their daughters get an equal opportunity to rise in their lives and educating them beyond X Std. Mahindra is one of the first commercial vehicle manufacturers to pioneer this initiative and felicitate truck driver daughters who meet the eligibility criteria. This program was initiated in 2014. The selection of the eligible truck driver daughters will be done through a reach out program at 75+ transport hubs pan India with well-defined, transparent, and independent process. Until now, 11,029 young girls have already benefited from scholarships.

Mr. Vinod Sahay – President – Trucks, Buses & Construction Equipment, Member of Group Executive Board, said, “Through Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyaan, we are not just providing scholarships but opening doors to a brighter future for girls and instilling hope in young hearts. By investing in their future, we are cultivating a generation of empowered women who will contribute significantly to our communities and the economy at large.” 

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Venkat Srinivas, Business Head – Trucks, Buses & Construction Equipment, Mahindra Group, said, “Our sustained commitment through the Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyaan not only uplifts the daughters of truck drivers, but also fosters a culture of new opportunities and motivation. Through this initiative, we wish to remain steadfast in our commitment to investing in their futures, and developing a stronger, more equitable society where every girl can aspire to fulfil her potential and become the leaders of tomorrow.”

The company will felicitate each girl selected for this scholarship with a direct bank transfer of INR 10,000 and a certificate in recognition of this achievement. The felicitation of 1000 daughters will be hosted between February to March 2026, at select locations by Mahindra Truck and Bus leadership.

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Bengaluru, December 17, 2025: The tenth season of Proud Fathers For Daughters, an annual fundraising event by Project Nanhi Kali, was held on December 13 and 14, 2025 at the National Sports Club of India, Worli, Mumbai. The milestone season saw an overwhelming turnout, with 240 father-daughter pairs participating from across India. The proceeds from the event will go towards supporting 700+ girls at Project Nanhi Kali, giving them the opportunity to learn, lead and soar.

Proud Fathers For Daughters was founded by Anand Mahindra, Chairperson of the Mahindra Group and K.C. Mahindra Education Trust, and renowned photographer Atul Kasbekar, with an intention of reshaping societal perceptions of the girl child and championing gender equality. The initiative challenges long-standing stereotypes by showcasing fathers not simply as protectors, but as fierce supporters for their daughters’ aspirations. Each portrait serves as a visual pledge, when fathers stand firmly beside their daughters, they help dismantle generational barriers and reimagine what’s possible for every girl.

Acclaimed photographers Atul Kasbekar, Colston Julian, Jaideep Oberoi, Jatin Kampani, Prasad Naik, Rafique Sayed, Rid Burman and Tarun Khiwal lent their artistry and creative expertise generously to make Proud Fathers For Daughters a truly unforgettable event. They turned every portrait into a cherished memory, while underscoring the power of storytelling through photography to inspire change and drive impact. Their commitment to using their art for social good added a profound depth to the event, amplifying its message of empowerment and hope.

This year’s theme, “Wings of Courage,” celebrates two powerful truths. For daughters, courage often takes flight the moment they are reminded they are seen, valued and believed in. For fathers, pride becomes a catalyst for change, encouraging them to champion their daughters publicly, loudly and unapologetically. The theme is also deeply inspired by Project Nanhi Kali’s core mission of giving girls the wings to rise, through 21^st century and sports leadership skills training.

Participants contributed INR 10,000 for a professional father-daughter photoshoot, with each contribution funding the education of one girl for an entire year at Project Nanhi Kali. Beyond providing education and skilling, Project Nanhi Kali’s new curriculum emphasises leadership through critical thinking, sports and teamwork, preparing girls to thrive in the 21st-century.

Over the years, Proud Fathers For Daughters has seen enthusiastic participation from celebrity father-daughter duos such as Neha Dhupia and Pradip Singh Dhupia, Vidya Balan and P.R. Balan, Shatrughan Sinha and Sonakshi Sinha, Sachin Tendulkar and Sara Tendulkar, and Leander Paes and Aiyana Paes, among others.

Since its inception, Proud Fathers For Daughters has become a symbol of hope and empowerment with the participation of 15 photographers, we have raised funds to support 6297 girls at Project Nanhi Kali.

Anand Mahindra, Chairperson of the Mahindra Group and K.C. Mahindra Education Trust, said: “Every year, Project Nanhi Kali’s Proud Fathers For Daughters initiative reminds us of a simple truth: when a father invests in his daughter’s education and dreams, he builds the strongest foundation for her future. This initiative has grown into a movement that celebrates not just the father–daughter bond, but the belief that every girl deserves the opportunity to learn and lead. I am deeply grateful to the photographers who have given their time and talent to the event, helping raise funds to support girls through Project Nanhi Kali. A special thanks to Atul Kasbekar for helping create this initiative and standing by it for ten remarkable editions; his commitment has been instrumental in shaping both its impact and its heart.”

Sheetal Mehta, Executive Director at Project Nanhi Kali and Senior Vice President, CSR, Mahindra, said: “At Project Nanhi Kali, we have always believed that when you educate a girl, you uplift an entire community. Through our new curriculum which focuses on 21st century and sports leadership skills, we continue to give girls the wings they need to Rise- wings of confidence, wings of leadership, wings of courage. Wings of courage is a celebration of this journey: fathers proudly standing by their daughters, and girls discovering just how high they can fly when they feel supported and believed in.”

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