The Company remains committed to advancing agricultural and horticultural practices through collaborations with experts, institutions, and direct farmer engagement, ensuring timely guidance and practical solutions for improving efficiency and productivity.
Currently supporting 23,000 farmers through 612 farmer clubs with 3,000 new inductees added in FY 2024-25 (this year) in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, the initiative introduces advanced methods such as intercropping, high-density planting, and soil management to enhance yield and long-term sustainability.
Through the adoption of techniques like High-Density Planting System (HDPS), mulching, drip irrigation, and de-topping, cotton yield has surged by 153%, significantly improving farmer productivity and profitability. Building on this success, a groundnut cultivation initiative launched in this year has led to an average yield increase of 35%, further boosting economic returns for farmers.
The Company has also expanded its horticultural focus in the form of its fruit and vegetable initiative, by establishing 110 one-acre wadis, including the development of 26 new wadis in this year, and optimizing vegetable and fruit crop conditions, resulting in an average additional annual income of up to ` 1.03 lakh per farmer.
The Company’s continuous efforts have enabled sustainable agricultural innovation, equipping farmers with modern solutions that enhance productivity, improve financial stability, and bind long-term resilience in the farming community.
Shri M. B. Parekh, Executive Chairman joined the celebration of FPO, for its ` 52.50 crore sales turnover
The Company continues its unwavering support for the Bandhutva Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO), fostering economic growth among farmers. With 1,850 farmer members, including 257 new additions this year, the FPO expands its reach, enabling over 6,000 farmers to access quality inputs at subsidized rates.
Demonstrating significant economic progress, the FPO recorded a total turnover of ` 52.50 crores during this year, a milestone celebrated in Kalsar in the presence of Executive Chairman of the Company, Shri M B Parekh, recognizing the collective achievements of the farmers.
To further support agricultural operations, the FPO collaborates with the Government of Gujarat, through its Custom Hiring Centre, providing essential farming equipment such as tractors and rotavators at nominal rental rates, benefiting over 500 farmers, particularly in Mota Khutavada and neighbouring villages in Mahuva Taluka. Additionally, the FPO facilitates efficient crop procurement, ensuring the collective purchase of groundnut, gram, onion, and soybean at Minimum Support Price (MSP), directly from farmers’ doorsteps, promoting fair pricing and simplified logistics.
In this area, the Company’s efforts are concentrated on addressing its commitment to empowering farmers with innovation, and sustainable practices that drive long-term growth and resilience in the farming community.
The Centre for Agriculture-Horticulture Development at Gram Daxina Murti, Manar, Bhavnagar continues to serve as a hub for agricultural progress, empowering farmers with modern cultivation techniques and value-added opportunities. It provides hands-on training in recommended cultivation practices and collaborates with universities and government bodies to ensure practical insights both at the Centre and directly on farmers' fields.
Farmers from 45 adjoining villages visited the Centre to explore best practices, with 16,081 farmers trained since inception and more than 3,000 farmers trained this year, fostering widespread skill development. The Centre also actively supports Women’s Self-Help Groups (SHGs), helping them to develop value-added products such as mango pulp, tomato puree, aromatic candles and essential oils, which boost household incomes and entrepreneurship. In this year, 1,000 kg of spice seeds were provided to 100 trained farmers, facilitating the cultivation of 308 acres of coriander, cumin, fennel, and fenugreek at Maidhar, Sihor, Palitana and Surendranagar talukas in collaboration with the National Research Centre on Seed Spices (NRCSS).
The Company has continued to strengthen water conservation and sustainable irrigation by supporting water management activities (check dams, canal cum check dams, ponds, and others) through its partnership with the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department of Gujarat in two districts, i.e. Bhavnagar and Amreli.
In FY 2024–25, the completion of 41 check dams, deepening of 23 ponds, and construction of 400 farm ponds brought the cumulative total to 378 check dams, 159 deepened ponds, and 1,349 farm ponds, ensuring reliable water availability for farmers. Infrastructure improvements included repairs on 30 check dams and 500 km of canal linking work, optimizing water distribution for agricultural use.
To promote efficient irrigation, an additional 690 hectares of farmland were converted to micro irrigation this year, expanding coverage to 6,490 hectares across 100 villages, helping farmers enhance crop yield and sustainability. These efforts have successfully conserved 374 million litres of surface water in Gujarat, reinforcing long-term agricultural resilience and environmental sustainability.
The Company, in partnership with the State Forest Department of Gujarat, initiated a massive plantation drive with the help of the community.
In FY 2024-25, 7 lakh trees were planted, bringing the cumulative total to 20 lakh trees, significantly expanding the region’s green cover and supporting biodiversity conservation. By engaging local farmers, students, and women entrepreneurs, this initiative fosters active community participation, encouraging long-term environmental stewardship and strengthening climate resilience.
Through these focused efforts, the Company remains committed to promoting ecological balance and contributing to a greener, healthier future.
The Centre for Agriculture-Horticulture Development, Manar, Talaja Taluka of Bhavnagar continues to drive innovation in seaweed cultivation, equipping 140 trained farmers with specialized knowledge to enhance coastal livelihoods and sustainability. Establishing India’s first working land-based tank cultivation system, the initiative sets a new benchmark in sustainable marine farming.
With over 25,000 seedlings of Gracilaria dura already developed, efforts are underway to scale up production to 2,50,000 seedlings, ensuring farmers have the resources required for biomass cultivation. The Company has also strengthened strategic collaborations, partnering with Aquaagri, to enhance commercial viability.
The Milk and Animal Health Initiative in Mahuva Taluka continues to strengthen dairy farming by promoting best practices in animal feeding, breeding, health, and cattle management, leading to an average 27% increase in milk yield per animal. This year, veterinary doctors treated 2,551 animals, bringing the cumulative treatment count to 25,373, while farmers benefited from specially developed cattle feed designed to enhance productivity.
The initiative also advances dairy breeding through Artificial Insemination (AI), which has been performed cumulatively on over 2,637 cattle this year, contributing to a total of 43,440 cattle since inception, ensuring breed enhancement and genetic improvements. A key innovation within the initiative is the sexed semen project, which ensures the birth of female calves to strengthen dairy farming.
This year, 253 cattle and buffalo were given sexed semen doses, achieving an impressive 96% pregnancy success rate, while overall, 1,076 cattle have benefited from the sexed semen doses, of which 98% cattle became pregnant.
During FY 2024-25, the Company continued to advance women empowerment by fostering financial independence and entrepreneurship through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across Gujarat. In this year, 300 new SHGs were formed in Bhavnagar, Amreli, and the newly added Gir, Somnath districts, bringing the total to 1,352 SHGs with 14,100 women members, creating a strong support system for financial stability and income generation.
To strengthen institutional framework, the Company helped establish seven cluster federations comprising 65 village organizations (VOs), with 5 new VOs formed during the year, reinforcing community networks. Through the SHG Training and Quality Assessment Centre, 134 training sessions were conducted, equipping over 1,100 women with essential technical, managerial, and financial skills, empowering them to launch mini businesses and pursue dignified livelihoods.
The SHGs now successfully manage 9 khakhra
production units and various businesses producing
wooden toys, aloe vera products, pickles, masalas,
bakery items, bio-phenyl, jute and cloth bags, soft toys,
bio-pesticides, banana fibre products, milk processing,
mukhwas, amla candy, instant mixes, papads, mango
pulp, and more. To streamline business operations,
a fully functional warehouse in Mahuva supports
inventory management, order processing, and vendor
deliveries, contributing to a sales turnover of ` 3.32
crores for this year, resulting in a 71% increase
compared to previous FY 2023-24, with cumulative
sales totalling
` 7.77 crores.
On International Women’s Day, over 2,500 women gathered at Kalsar Village of Mahuva to celebrate their achievements, with 25 SHG women honoured with the "Pidilite Mahila Udhami Award" for their entrepreneurial contributions. Delegates from Wisconsin University, USA attended the International Women’s Day 2025 celebration and felicitated SHG women. The Company signed an MoU with Government of Gujarat’s, Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company Ltd., to guide SHG women as per score card, with business guidance and best practices, ensuring long-term success.
The women empowerment initiative has enabled the Company to improve women’s financial resilience, entrepreneurial growth, and inclusive community development.
The Company continues to modernize the cotton weaving process, ensuring profitability for women artisans through advancements in spinning, weaving, dyeing, and value addition, complemented by training and testing for skill development.
In association with Mahuva Khadi Bhandar, the initiative successfully produced over 17,273 metres of solar-based fabric, integrating renewable energy into traditional textile manufacturing for greater sustainability. This year, the initiative recorded ` 27.84 lakhs in sales, providing a stable income stream for women engaged in fabricmaking, fostering financial independence and sustainable employment.
Through this initiative, the Company empowers women artisans, promotes eco-friendly production, and strengthens local textile economies, ensuring a sustainable and profitable future.
The Company remains dedicated to enhancing education access and quality, supporting learning at all levels through comprehensive initiatives. In pre-primary education, it collaborates with Daxina Murti Bhavnagar to implement the Shri Giju Bhai Badheka Methodology, engaging children aged 3–5 years through interactive activities that foster curiosity and self-expression.
Strengthening early education, 371 new Anganwadis were added this year, increasing total coverage to 800 and significantly improving children’s attendance from 36% to 78%. At the primary level, the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan initiative now benefits 28,000 students in more than 170 government schools, integrating art and craft education in alignment with the National Education Policy's bag-less mandate.
To drive digital learning, the Navneet partnership supports the digitization of 176 primary and secondary schools in Mahuva, expanding access to technology-enhanced education. Additionally, the WaGaLe initiative, now active in 252 schools, strengthens core literacy by developing students' reading, writing, and counting skills.
The Company supports 5 schools under Shri Triveni Kalyan Education Trust and Parekh College, facilitating classroom and laboratory development, with a new building under construction for computer engineering course. To promote higher education, scholarship assistance was provided through Shri N. N. Mehta Memorial Education Trust, which awarded ` 41.10 lakhs to 211 deserving students this year.
Expanding scientific learning, Shri BKP Science City at Bhavnagar has benefited over 100,000 students through programs like Science Safar, Mobile Van, and Skilling Courses, fostering scientific curiosity. The Company also supports 8 libraries, including 3 community libraries, 4 school libraries, and 1 large-scale facility at Gujarat University Ahmedabad, serving approximately 2,000 students daily.
Through these initiatives, the Company remains committed to empowering students, improving learning environments, and ensuring knowledge accessibility for a brighter future.
The Company remains committed to strengthening skill training through its collaboration with the Directorate of Employment and Training, Government of Gujarat, now in its eleventh consecutive year, expanding outreach across multiple states.
In FY 2024-25, a total of 12,943 trainees from 203 ITIs in Gujarat, 864 trainees from 4 ITIs in Rajasthan, 11,933 trainees from 318 ITIs in Maharashtra, and 3,677 trainees from 102 ITIs in Himachal Pradesh benefited from courses in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and construction technology, enhancing their employability. To foster stronger mentorship and career progression, formal convocations were introduced in ITIs, reinforcing teacher-studentalumni engagement.
Additionally, the Alumni Meet program supports former trainees in reconnecting, networking, and celebrating achievements, integrating them into Fevicol Champion’s Club and M-seal Master Club (MMC) for industry exposure, with 39 meets conducted in Gujarat, 2 in Rajasthan, 7 in Himachal Pradesh, and 22 in Maharashtra during this year. Practical exposure through industrial visits enables trainees to gain real-world experience, covering concept application, safety standards, and advanced equipment usage, with 506 expert sessions and 494 industry exposure visits held in Gujarat, 4 expert sessions and 3 visits in Rajasthan, 85 expert sessions and 27 visits in Himachal Pradesh, and 68 expert sessions and 43 visits in Maharashtra.
Specialized training continues through the Advance Centre for Woodworking and Plumbing at Ahmedabad, in collaboration with Skill University, Government of Gujarat, where over 1,100 trainees benefited from Certificate, Diploma, Graduation, and Post-Graduation programs this year. As an Industry Partner for Gujarat in the World Skill Competition 2024, the Company supported Carpentry, Joinery, and Plumbing trades, mentoring students to secure 1 Gold and 4 Silver medals in woodworking.
The Company’s skill development initiative has continued to empower youth and professionals, ensuring access to industry-relevant training and technical expertise, shaping a highly skilled workforce for the future.
With the continued support of the Company, Hanumant Hospital in Mahuva has been delivering quality and affordable healthcare to the local community throughout the year. The hospital provided comprehensive medical services through outpatient care, inpatient care, surgeries, emergency response, specialized programs, and community health outreach.
Under its outpatient department, the hospital attended to thousands of individuals seeking medical consultation and basic treatment. In its inpatient facilities, a large number of patients were admitted and the hospital performed a wide range of surgeries.
As part of its commitment to accessible healthcare, Hanumant Hospital is actively enrolled in the Government of India’s Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). Through this scheme, the hospital provided cashless inpatient treatment and dialysis services to thousands of eligible beneficiaries.
In partnership with Vision Foundation, Mumbai, the hospital organized free cataract surgeries with intraocular lens implantation.
Additionally, the hospital operates various charitable healthcare schemes such as Chitrakut Dham Arogya Scheme, Senjal Dham Arogya Scheme, and Arogya Sanjivani Scheme, offering free medical treatment to thousands of patients.
To build capacity in the healthcare sector, the hospital also conducted four medical training programs for healthcare professionals during the year.
Total patients treated 1,20,412 (includes 88,204 OPD patients, 8,248 IPD patients, 8,221 dialysis sessions, and 15,742 patients in health camp in villages). Out of 8,248 IPD patients, 5,082+ patients underwent surgical procedures.
The Company has continued to advance cleanliness and sustainable waste management through its collaboration with the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban), Government of Gujarat, and Mahuva Nagar Palika, ensuring systematic waste disposal and recycling.
As part of a tri-party partnership with the Regional Commissionerate of Municipalities of Bhavnagar and Mahuva Nagar Palika, the Company successfully commissioned a Plastic Granule Making Facility, engaging an expert agency for efficient waste segregation, processing, and recycling.
To enhance plastic collection and recycling, 23 Plastic Collection Centres (PCCs) have been established in Mahuva City, to purchase scrap materials from rag pickers. This year, 343 MT of waste was collected, generating 200 MT of plastic granules through recycling. Expanding its cleanliness initiatives, the Company extended waste collection efforts to 75 villages in Mahuva Taluka, involving SHG women and Panchayats for door-to-door plastic waste collection, ensuring broader environmental impact and active community participation.
Through these efforts, the Company remains committed to promoting cleaner surroundings, sustainable waste processing, and community engagement, contributing to a greener and healthier future.
The Company continues its dedicated efforts in Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation, ensuring comprehensive care and empowerment for individuals affected by the condition and their caregivers, thereby improving their quality of life.
BKPPDMDS now reaches 15 Parkinson’s support groups, with a new group launched in Vapi on 19th January 2025, offering multidisciplinary interventions such as Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy, Cognitive Exercises, Dance Therapy, and Nutrition Guidance, benefiting 1,120 people with Parkinson’s and 1,028 caregivers during this year. Additionally, the Company supports healthy ageing programs for senior citizens through collaborations with 19 community-based Old Age Homes and Senior Citizen groups, positively impacting 556 individuals with physical and cognitive wellness activities.
To expand Parkinson’s awareness, initiatives in this year included educational talks, rallies, social media campaigns, and marathon participation, reaching 7 lakh individuals, while outreach via TV, radio, podcasts, and print media extended the impact to 12 lakh individuals. A key highlight continued to be the celebration of World Parkinson’s Day (WPD) across support centres, fostering community connection and awareness.
Through these initiatives, BKPPDMDS has positively impacted 7,02,906 beneficiaries this year, reinforcing its commitment to care, rehabilitation, and public awareness. The Company remains focused on enhancing medical care, expanding access to support, and driving Parkinson’s awareness, ensuring a better quality of life for those affected.
The Company continues its partnership with CPAA, providing financial assistance and holistic care for cancer patients and their families during times of hardship. In this year, 335 cancer patients and their families received support, ensuring timely medical intervention and improved survival opportunities. Beyond medical aid, the initiative focused on comprehensive care for children with cancer, offering dietary supplements, transportation assistance, and emotional support to address their psychological, social, and spiritual well-being. Through these efforts, the Company remains committed to enhancing healthcare access, easing financial burden, and improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their families, fostering a compassionate and supportive healthcare ecosystem.