Mumbai: Ambuja Cements, part of the diversified Adani Portfolio, actively transforms Gujarat's coastal communities through impactful CSR initiatives. For over 30 years, the company has collaborated with rural populations around its Ambujanagar plant to tackle pressing challenges such as water scarcity, agricultural development, and livelihood enhancement.

In the Gir Somnath district, Ambuja Cements combats salinity ingress, which threatens both agriculture and drinking water sources. Through strategic interventions like check dams, pond deepening, and river interlinking, the region evolves from a ‘Dark Zone’ plagued by severe water depletion to a thriving area with abundant groundwater. These efforts enable farmers to boost crop yields, transitioning from single-crop farming to cultivating three-season crops, which significantly enhances their income and food security.

Beyond water resource management, Ambuja Cements empowers over 44,000 farmers in Saurashtra by promoting improved agricultural practices, animal husbandry, and sustainable farming techniques. The establishment of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and skilling centers provides local women and youth with financial independence and employment opportunities, underscoring the company’s commitment to gender equality.

"The work of Ambuja Cements has not only replenished our land but also brought new hope to our lives," says a local farmer from Kodinar. "Now, we can grow three seasons of crops instead of just one."

Through its CSR initiatives, Ambuja Cements remains dedicated to facilitating sustainable livelihoods for communities where it operates. These grassroots efforts cement the company’s role not only in infrastructure development but also in building resilient communities for the future.