STATUTORY REPORTS | Board’s Report 111 The Company continued to implement safety best practices through Safety Observation Tours and monthly theme-based safety initiatives derived from identified occupational health and safety (OHS) risks. Health related awareness programmes were conducted on lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, nutrition, emotional wellbeing, and physical fitness. Additional initiatives included cancer awareness programmes, bone health camps, neuropathy and retinopathy screening camps, super specialty clinics (orthopaedic, urology, dermatology), mental health projects, stress evaluation surveys, psychologist sessions, liver fibroscan camps, and Project #HerWellness for women employees. Horizontal deployment of learnings, along with Immediate Corrective Actions (ICA) and Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA), were undertaken and periodically reviewed by top management. The Company recorded a reduction in overall injury rates compared with the previous year. Monthly themebased safety drives were well participated and appreciated, with sector wise Safe Employee of the Month recognitions. A focused drive to eliminate at risk behaviours was implemented through Behaviour Based Safety (BBS) initiatives supported by digitisation. To mitigate fire risk, fire load studies were conducted. Upgraded fire dousing systems were introduced to strengthen fire protection and minimise property loss. Fire safety performance was monitored against revised targets and reviewed periodically by senior management. All manufacturing locations have appropriate administrative control signages displayed at designated operational areas. In line with the Central Safety Council (CSC) framework of the Mahindra Group, a Cross Functional Team (CFT) was formed across locations. During the year, the focus remained on the coverage of all 23 Mahindra Life Saving Principles through The Mahindra Safety Way (TMSW) assessments to eliminate significant risks. Safety, health, environment, and sustainability awareness was further promoted during Founders’ Day celebrations under the theme ‘Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyles’, wherein employees and their family members were invited to manufacturing locations to enhance awareness and engagement. The Company maintained on-site and off-site emergency and disaster management plans, supported by change management processes. Gap audits were conducted for risk evaluation of critical licence and storage areas, audited by competent authorities. Compliance was ensured through rigorous third-party audits covering statutory safety, occupational health, environment, fire safety, electrical safety, water audits, and FSSAI audits. During the year, noticeable improvement was achieved in Safety & Health Index scores through adoption of new initiatives. Environment and Energy Management In line with Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices, the Company implemented multiple initiatives to minimise environmental impact. Revised ESG targets were incorporated into the Balanced Scorecard and reviewed monthly. Initiatives towards carbon footprint reduction, Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL), and continuous monitoring of ambient air and noise levels were implemented. Carbon footprint reduction was achieved through energy conservation initiatives and increased reliance on renewable energy. Energy cost savings were realised through measures such as BLDC fans, energy efficient lighting, VFD drives, motor derating, chiller efficiency improvement, and resource optimisation. Water neutrality initiatives were implemented through water recycling using RO processes, enhancing overall water balance and contributing to groundwater recharge. The Company complied with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements as notified by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for plastics, tyres, and batteries. Plastic elimination measures were undertaken by substituting compostable plastics and recyclable packaging materials. Employee Health and Well Being The Company continued its commitment to employee and contract associate well-being through monthly health themes and awareness programmes. Initiatives included general health webinars, ergonomics sessions, nutrition awareness, food pyramid displays, healthy recipe education, and Tea Table Talks to maximise employee engagement on the shop floor. The Occupational Health Centre (OHC) played a vital role through regular monthly initiatives covering diabetes and hypertension management, obesity prevention, nutrition awareness (Mahindra Master Chef competition), women wellness programmes, oral and dental screening camps, blood pressure screening camps, mental health awareness under Project Hear to Care, and speciality clinics. Pap smear and breast screening camps, neuropathy and retinopathy screening camps, and sports initiatives such as cricket tournaments were organised to promote physical fitness.
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