Mahindra Group and Centum Foundation have been honored with the Mahatma Award 2024 for Gender Equality, celebrating their joint initiativeā€”the Employability Enhancement Training (EET) Program. This program has made a significant impact by providing critical employability skills to over 14,650 women across 19+ states of India, with 7,882 successful placements.

The Mahatma Award is a prestigious recognition of the transformative work both organizations have undertaken in creating sustainable opportunities for women from underserved communities. The EET Program was designed to equip women with the skills and confidence needed to enter the workforce and thrive in diverse professional settings.

Through a network of training centers in 250+ locations, the program has targeted skill development and fostered economic empowerment. The success of the program has not only improved individual lives but has also contributed to a larger social transformation by enabling women to participate actively in the workforce and contribute to their communities.

The recognition at the Mahatma Award 2024 ceremony, held at the India International Centre, New Delhi, highlights the shared vision and collaborative efforts of Mahindra Group and Centum Foundation. This award is a powerful testament to the partnershipā€™s impact in advancing gender equality and promoting social inclusion through focused employability training and empowerment initiatives.

Key to the success of the program has been the close collaboration between Mahindra Groupā€™s leadership and the on-ground implementation support provided by Centum Foundation. The dedicated efforts of Mahindra Group, especially Tausif and Varun, along with the commitment of Centum Foundationā€™s Rekhit and Anushri, have ensured the programā€™s effectiveness and sustainability.


This prestigious honor acknowledges the work that both organizations have done to empower women and foster inclusion in the workforce. As Mahindra Group and Centum Foundation continue their efforts, this award reaffirms their commitment to creating lasting change and advancing opportunities for women in underserved areas.