Project CSR
SIIK’s 1st CSR Project with BPCL (2019)
SIIK’s 1st CSR Project with BPCL (2019)
Organized By: SIIK (Shibpur Idara Ittehad-ul-Khawateen) – Unity for Women
Supported By: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
Recommended By: Bhavna Gupta, IPS – Howrah City Police
Location: Lichu Bagan Police Quarter, Howrah
Duration: One Year (2019–2020)
Project Overview
In 2019, SIIK received its first CSR project from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower women through skill development. A free one-year Sewing & Tailoring Training Program was launched for 50 economically weaker women in the Lichu Bagan community, with active support from Howrah City Police.
The project was inaugurated at Sarat Sadan Auditorium Hall, Howrah, in the presence of Shri Prasun Banerjee (Hon’ble MP, Howrah), Dr. Rathin Chakraborty (Hon’ble Mayor, Howrah), and Shri Gourav Sharma, IPS (Commissioner of Police, Howrah City).
Impact
- 50 women trained in sewing and tailoring.
- 5 Several started home-based tailoring work or joined local boutiques.
- Improved livelihood and financial independence for women.
- Strengthened collaboration between SIIK, BPCL, and Howrah City Police.