Which Corporate Sectors Extend Lifeline to Earthquake Survivors?

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Jajarkot and West Rukum, the resilience and generosity of corporate sectors have shone brightly as they extend a lifeline to the survivors, embodying the spirit of corporate social responsibility.

Surya Nepal, a prominent player in the corporate world, has allocated an impressive Rs14 million to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund. This substantial contribution is dedicated to assisting, rescuing, and rehabilitating those affected by the earthquake. In addition to the financial aid, Surya Nepal has dispatched essential relief items, including food, tarps, and blankets valued at Rs3.5 million to Jajarkot. Moreover, the company has donated medicines worth Rs500,000 to support the rescue teams from Bir Hospital as they head to the affected areas.

Gorkha Brewery, in a heartfelt gesture, donated Rs10 million to the government to aid in the rehabilitation of earthquake survivors in Jajarkot. The cheque for this significant amount was handed over by Surendra Silwal, the deputy managing director of Gorkha Brewery, directly to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal.

The Nepal Mountaineering Association has also stepped forward to provide substantial aid, amounting to Rs3.11 million, to bolster relief and rescue operations in western Nepal. Their contribution underscores the united front formed by corporate sectors in supporting those in need.

Buddha Air, Nepal’s leading domestic carrier, demonstrated their commitment to the cause by providing Rs10 million for earthquake relief and rescue operations. They have further pledged their support in transporting essential relief materials, underscoring the crucial role played by corporate entities in times of crisis.

The IME Group, driven by corporate social responsibility, handed a generous cheque of Rs15 million to the prime minister to aid earthquake survivors. This contribution was made on behalf of the companies promoted by the IME Group and the IME Foundation, highlighting the collective effort to make a positive impact during this disaster.

Furthermore, the Confederation of Banks and Financial Institutions Nepal has pledged to donate Rs1 million for relief, solidifying the broader support from the business community for those affected by the earthquake.

These heartwarming acts of corporate solidarity provide a lifeline to the earthquake survivors of Jajarkot and West Rukum, reinforcing the power of corporate social responsibility when communities are in need.