Xiaomi India joins United Way India to empower rural communities with sustainable energy – EQ Mag
Bangalore : Xiaomi India, the country’s leading smartphone and smart TV brand, today announced its new mission, with the aim to empower five villages in the Palghar district of Maharashtra by providing them with effortless access to sustainable energy, in partnership with United Way India, a leading global philanthropy network.
The partnership’s primary objective is to equip these villages with reliable, sustainable energy through Solar Photovoltaic (Solar PV) infrastructure. The initiative’s aim is to promote clean and renewable energy by setting up a sustainable solar grid system in villages, which in turn will provide a consistent and reliable electricity supply and enhance the quality of life for villagers.
Speaking about the partnership, Mr Muralikrishnan B, President at Xiaomi India said, “At Xiaomi, we strive to create a brighter future for all, and we’re proud to join hands with United Way India to turn that belief into a reality. Our solar electrification project is a step towards promoting green energy that is not only sustainable but also significantly reduces the impact on the environment.”
He further added, “Besides, our latest initiative will empower rural communities and create opportunities for growth. Through this partnership, we’re committed to promoting sustainable solutions that benefit both society and the environment, and ultimately, to eradicate energy poverty in Palghar District.”
Commenting on the collaboration, Jayanti Shukla, CEO, United Way India said, “Transformation of rural India by lighting up villages with solar power will not just impact homes, education, health, social security, and livelihood opportunities but also empower villagers to make this change sustainable to become self-sufficient. This is a perfect opportunity to give back to our community. We are delighted that Xiaomi is supporting us in this journey towards a self-reliant India with these interventions that work around our integrated community impact model and not just help to offset carbon emissions and keep the environment clean but also help in upliftment of the rural communities.”
Source: PTI
