CSR PRATHAMESH PROJECT
CSR PRATHAMESH PROJECT
(University of Mumbai)
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2023-25
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
F Limitations 34
G Recommendation 35
H Conclusion 36
I Bibliography 37
Introduction on Amul the Taste of India
Amul is an Indian dairy cooperative, based at Anand in the state of
Gujarat, India. Formed in 1948, it is a brand managed by a cooperative body,
the Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. (GCMMF), which
today is jointly owned by 3.6 million milk producers in Gujarat. Amul is
actually the abbreviated form of Anand Milk Union Limited.
Amul spurred India's White Revolution, which made the country the
world's largest producer of milk and milk products. In the process Amul became
the largest food brand in India and has ventured into markets overseas.
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Vision &Mission
Vision
Amul’s vision is to provide more and more satisfaction to the farmers,
employees and distributers.
Mission
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List of Amul Products
Bread spreads:
Amul Butter
Amul Lite Low Fat Bread spread
Amul Cooking Butter
Delicious Margarine
Pure Ghee:
Milk Powders:
Amul Mithaimate
Weets:
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Fresh Milk:
Curd Products:
Amul Ice-creams:
Vanilla Royale
Royal Treat Range (Butterscotch, Rajbhog, Malai Kulfi)
Nut-o-Mania Range (Kaju Draksh, Kesar Pista Royale, Fruit Bonanza,
Roasted Almond)
Nature's Treat (Alphanso Mango, Fresh Litchi, Shahi Anjir, Fresh
Strawberry, Black Currant, Santra Mantra, Fresh Pineapple)
Sundae Range (Mango, Black Currant, Sundae Magic, Double Sundae)
Assorted Treat (Chocobar, Dollies, Frostik, Ice Candies, Tricone,
Chococrunch, Megabite, Cassatta)
Utterly Delicious (Vanila, Strawberry, Chocolate, Chocochips, Cake
Magic)
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Amul SUGAR FREE Frozen Foods (Milk Based Sweet)
Amul ProLife Probiotic Ice cream
Brown Beverage:
Milk Drink:
Health Beverage:
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History
Over seven decades ago the life of a farmer in Kaira was very much like
that of farmers anywhere else in India. His income was derived almost entirely
from seasonal crops. Many poor farmers faced starvation during off-seasons.
Their income from milch buffaloes was undependable. The milk marketing
system was controlled by contractors and middlemen. As milk is perishable,
farmers were compelled to sell their milk for whatever they were offered. Often,
they had to sell cream and ghee at a throwaway price.
They were in general illiterate. But they could see that the system under
which contractors could buy their produce at a low price and arrange to sell it at
huge profits was just not fair. This became more noticeable when the
Government of Bombay started the Bombay Milk Scheme in 1945. Milk had to
be transported 427 kilometres, from Anand to Bombay. This could be done only
if milk was pasteurized in Anand.
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Kaira Union introduced the brand “Amul” for marketing its product range. The
word “Amul” is derived from Sanskrit word ‘Amulya’ which means ‘priceless’
or precious’. In the subsequent years Amul made cheese and baby food on a
large commercial scale again processing buffalo milk creating a history in the
world.
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What is CSR?
In simple words, CSR is when a company gives back to society by doing good
things like:
Protecting nature
CSR shows that a company wants to grow in a way that also helps others.
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Policy
The provisions of CSR applies to every company fulfiing any of the following
conditions in the preceding financial year:
The Board of Directors of every company for which the CSR provisions apply
must ensure that the company spends in every financial year at least 2% of its
average net profits made during the immediately preceding three financial years
as per its CSR policy. If the company has not completed three financial years
since its incorporation, it must spend 2% of its average net profits made during
the immediately preceding financial years as per its CSR policy.
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Importance of CSR:
Companies that focus on doing good in their communities will attract the
attention of local media. These positive stories will provide you with highly
trustworthy free publicity because they will come from journalistic sources
rather than from advertising copy. Furthermore, all the people who are
beneficiaries of your assistance will sing your company’s praises on their social
media networks.
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C. Brand Differentiation:
Corporate social responsibility provides an opportunity to stand apart
from your competitors. In this era of social media, you are not entirely in charge
of your own brand image. Participating in programs to benefit your community
is crucial to fostering a brand image that is trustworthy, durable and honest.
This corporate identity will be integral to people’s subjective shared
impressions of who you are.
D. Lower Costs:
Lowering costs while being socially responsible can happen in a number
of ways. As an example, the Environmental Defence Fund has honoured IKEA,
Nike and Walmart for their cost-cutting, sustainable shipping practices. These
three companies have shown a way forward, changing shipping practices to
reduce the company’s carbon footprint while drastically lowering costs at the
same time.
E. Happier Employees:
Employees work harder and stay with a company longer when they
believe in what the company is doing. Focusing on corporate social
responsibility can be a great way to show your team what your company values.
You foster the well-being of your workers when you make clear that each of
them is contributing to the betterment of their community while also earning a
pay check.
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How Corporations Benefits From CSR
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C. Boosts Employee Engagement:
Employees like working for a company that has a good public image and
is constantly in the media for positive reasons. Happy employees almost always
equal better output. Nearly 60% of employees who are proud of their
company’s social responsibility are engaged at their jobs. When companies
show that they are dedicated to improving their communities through corporate
giving programs (like matching gifts and volunteer grants!), they are more
likely to attract and retain valuable, hardworking, and engaged employees. If a
corporation is philanthropically minded, job-hunting individuals are more likely
to apply and interview for available positions. Once hired, employees who are
engaged will stay with a company longer, be more productive on a daily basis,
and will be more creative than disengaged workers.
Investors who are pouring money into companies want to know that their
funds are being used properly. Not only does this mean that corporations must
have sound business plans and budgets, but it also means that they should have
a strong sense of corporate social responsibility. When companies donate
money to non-profit organizations and encourage their employees to volunteer
their time, they demonstrate to investors that they don’t just care about profits.
Instead, they show that they have an interest in the local and global community.
Investors are more likely to be attracted to and continue to support companies
that demonstrate a commitment not only to employees and customers, but also
to causes and organizations that impact the lives of others.
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How Employees Benefits From CSR
B. Increase In Creativity:
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CSR Initiatives by Amul
Amul has covered under this programme more than 8,755 beneficiaries to
whom milch animals were distributed in the District of Kheda and stood as
guarantor for the bank loans. These beneficiaries were then given membership
of dairy co-operatives in order to bring these poor households into mainstream
economy by transforming dairying into active income-generation enterprises.
As part of this programme 12,647 women and men were trained in dairy
husbandry in addition to construction of number of cattle sheds, development of
green fodder plots, distribution of chaff cutters and stainless-steel cans.
To provide ground water availability, 56 bore wells were dug. More than
50 mobile Artificial Insemination units are pressed in operation for these
farmers to deliver services at the doorstep
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B. Tree Plantation:
In 1946, the unfair trade practises of the middle men brought the farmers
of Kaira to unite and fight against this system which brought Amul into
existence. Their relentless effort in improving their socio-economic conditions
ultimately brought their working as a model for dairy development programme
in our country – popularly known as Anand Pattern. Replication of Anand
Pattern through Operation Flood programme helped India to achieve first
position in production of milk in the world.
Alarmed by the climate change and global warming and their understanding of that
dairy farming like agriculture is dependent on nature, they took an oath on 15th
August, after the flag hoisting ceremony, to plant a sapling and ensure that it grew
into a tree. Then individually they planted sapling on their own at their identified
locations like their farm, near their home, on farm bunds, etc. This marked the
beginning of a silent new revolution to bring a green carpet on Gujarat and India
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C. Blood Donation:
Amul in association with the Indian Red Cross Society aim to inspire,
encourage and initiate humanitarian services to minimize, alleviate and prevent
human suffering at all times to contribute for “Humanity to Peace”. Towards
this objective Amul initiated blood donation campaign since 1987. Blood
donation camps are organized regularly in rural areas through Village Dairy Co-
operative Societies. Similarly, camps are organized in Amul Dairy Campus
wherein employees and their family members join in donating blood. In
addition, Amul organizes donation of blood on emergency. Amul has made a
trend in donating blood to the society.
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D. Dairy Demonstration Farm:
E. Amul Scholar:
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12th standards and Gold Medallist in graduation. Amul Scholars’ Felicitation
Programme was initiated in 2004 and has facilitated many outstanding students
of Amul family.
The Awards recognize the academic brilliance of Class 10th and 12th top
merit rankers across India and the quality of education and guidance imparted
by the schools they study in and thereby encourage the spirit of enlightenment
among today’s youth. In the first year of the Award Foundation, Amul honoured
500 students in Gujarat and other parts of India. In the second year it
acknowledged further 2267 students across schools in India. Moving ahead
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It is India’s first of its kind award that recognizes and rewards brilliant
minds of India. By winning this award, not only the student gets recognized, but
it also helps the schools to enhance their image as an academy that imparts
quality education, worth emulating by others.
Amul Dairy has launched a novel scheme for total rural sanitation and set
a target for itself whereby not a single milk producer will attend to nature’s call
in the open. The Dairy with the support of District Rural Development Agency
(DRDA) will provide interest free loans to its milk producers in Anand and
Kheda districts to set up ‘pucca’ toilet blocks, which will not only help women
milk producers avoid embarrassment but will also ensure hygiene.
‘In five years’ time, dairy wishes to achieve the target of providing 100
per cent toilet facilities in all villages where Amul has a milk society. The
mission is not just about bringing a cultural change by imbibing good habits
mong milk producers but also targeted towards encouraging hygienic practices
in the milk supply chain.
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Review On Litrature
Patel and Shah (2018) analyzed Amul's contributions to rural development, noting
that the company provides training programs, veterinary care, and infrastructure
support. These initiatives have helped increase milk production and improve the
economic conditions of farmers.
Rao (2019) highlighted Amul’s efforts in healthcare and education. The study
mentioned that Amul organizes health camps, nutrition awareness drives, and
provides scholarships to children of milk producers, thereby improving the quality
of life in villages.
Kumar and Verma (2021) explored consumer awareness and perception of CSR
activities. Their study revealed that consumers trust and prefer Amul due to its
genuine efforts in social welfare, transparency in operations, and active involvement
in rural upliftment.
Singh (2022) studied the transparency of Amul’s CSR reporting. The research found
that Amul regularly publishes CSR updates through annual reports, websites, and
social media, demonstrating accountability and effective stakeholder
communication.
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Research Methodology
Research Problem:
To study how Amul’s CSR activities help rural people, support farmers, and
protect the environment
Research Objective:
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Sources of Data
Primary Sources:
The primary data was collected through questionnaires. They were filled using the
scheduled method of data collection by the researcher.
Primary data is the kind of data that is collected directly from the data source
without going through any existing sources.
Primary data collected through
Surveys
Questionnaires
Secondary Sources:
The secondary sources were used for collecting information regarding the
sample; they were however not used for analysis.
Secondary Data means the data that has been already collected by the researcher
and it’s readily available from the other sources. Such data are less expensive
consists of published data collected through
Books
websites
news papers
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Questionnaire through social media, it falls under Non-Probability Sampling
methods because respondents are self-selected and not randomly chosen. The
specific types include:
Sample Size
The sample size is an important feature of any empirical study in which the goal is
to make inferences about a population from a sample. Sample size is 19
Questionnaire design
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Data Analysis and Interpretation:
The data collected were not easily understandable, so I like to analyse the
collected data in a systematic manner and interpreted with simple method.
The analysis and interpretation of the data involves the analysing of the
collected data and interpretation it with pictorial representation such as bar
charts, pie charts and other.
The following results were found out from the study:
1. Age:
A. Below 18
B. 18–25
C. 26–35
D. 36–50
E. Above 50
Age
Options % Of Responded
Below 18 5.3%
18-25 57.9%
26-35 36.8%
36-50 0%
Above 50 0%
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2. Gender?
a) Male
b) Female
c) Other
Gender
Response % Of Responded
Male 78.9%
Female 21.1%
other 0%
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3. Occupation ?
a) Student
b) Employed
c) Self-employed
d) Homemaker
e) Retired
occupation
Factors % Of Responded
Student 47.4%
Employed 42.1%
Self-employed 5.3%
Homemaker 5.3%
Retired 0%
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4. Are you aware that Amul conducts CSR activities?
a) Yes
b) No
YES NO
Responded % Of Responded
Yes 89.5%
No 10.5%
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5. How did you come to know about Amul's CSR work?
a. TV/Radio
b .Newspapers
c .Social Media
d .Company Website
e. Word of Mouth
Responded % Of Responded
TV/Radio 15.8%
Newspapers 15.8%
Social Media 26.3%
Company webside 26.3%
Word Of Mouth 15.8%
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6. Which CSR areas of Amul are you familiar with?
a. Rural Development
b. Women Empowerment
c. Animal Welfare
d. Environmental Sustainability
e. Education
f. Farmer Welfare
Response % Of Responded
26.3%
Rural Development
0%
Women Empowerment
15.8%
Animal Welfare
21.1%
Environmental Sustainability
Education 21.1%
Farmer Welfare 15.8%
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7. How would you rate Amul's efforts in CSR on a scale of 1 to 5?
a. Very Poor
b. Poor
c. Average
d. Good
e. Excellent
Response % Of Responded
0%
Very Poor
Poor 5.3%
Average 15.8%
47.4%
Good
31.6%
Excellent
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8. Do you think Amul’s CSR activities have a positive impact on society?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Not sure
Response % Of Responded
Yes 78.9%
No 5.3%
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FINDINGS
In total respodents ,10.5% people are not aware about amul’s csr activities. Most of
the peoples know amul,s csr activities through the social media and company
website .most of the people thinks that amul’s csr activities has a positive impact on
today’s society.
Most of the people are rated good and excellent for the amul efforts towards csr .
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Limitations
1. Limited Awareness
some people are not fully aware of the CSR work Amul is doing, especially
in urban areas.
Most of Amul’s CSR activities are focused on villages, so urban social issues
may get less attention.
4. Environmental Challenges
While Amul is trying to be eco-friendly, more can be done to reduce plastic
use and promote green practices.
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Suggestions:
Share CSR reports publicly and promote them through social media and
other channels to increase public awareness and trust.Allocating finance
for treating CSR as an investment from which returns are expected.
Amul should engage its staff by incorporating CSR practises into the
workplace; doing so will increase productivity and retain staff members
around for a longer period of time.
Amul can place a strong emphasis on CSR initiatives for their employees,
creating a happier and healthier work environment.
Launch campaigns, competitions, and internship opportunities for
students to create awareness about agriculture, sustainability, and ethical
business.
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Conclusion
CSR can help companies get attention, enhance their public image, or lessen the
negative effects of their industrial operations This essay's goals are to assess the
Amul story, pinpoint the CSR initiatives that have contributed to the company's
success, and ascertain how branding has helped to Amul's amazing growth.
Amul’s CSR activities reflect its strong commitment to social and rural
development. By focusing on areas like farmer welfare, women empowerment,
education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability, Amul has made a positive
impact on society. Overall, Amul’s CSR efforts contribute meaningfully to the
nation’s growth and well-being.
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Bibliography
Books:
Corporate Social Responsibility: Balancing Tomorrow's Sustainability
and Today's Profitability (Author: David E. Hawkins)
Corporate Social Responsibility: Doing the Most Good for Your
Company and Your Cause (Author: Philip Kotler)
Websites:
www.indiacsr.in
www.amuldairy.com
www.google.com
www.wikkepedia.com
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