Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) - Markem-Imaje India initiative: new school infrastructure developed in a local community
As part of our ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment, Markem-Imaje India continues to support the development of educational infrastructure in remote communities, by helping to create a stronger foundation for learning and growth. At Markem-Imaje, we believe that the success of a business is measured not only by innovation and performance but also by the community engagement and positive impact we create in the communities where we live and work.
A new school complex was built in the village of Dheeriyawas, Bhiwadi (Rajasthan). At the core of this project is the recognition that a conducive learning environment and improved infrastructure are both essential for quality education and ensuring students have access to safe, functional facilities. In addition to building infrastructure, we supported the construction of rainwater conservation systems, providing a sustainable source of water for the school. The initiative extended beyond building basic infrastructure. Students were educated about reading expiry date codes on packaged products, helping them make informed choices and understand basic health and safety practices.
Through these efforts, Markem-Imaje India aims to foster a healthier, more sustainable, and empowering learning environment for children in underserved areas. This contributes to their overall well-being and future development.
The project was implemented in collaboration with Akhil Bhartiya Gramin Uthan Samiti (ABGUS), an NGO working for holistic development of children, youth, women, and communities.
On June 4, 2026, Sabine Gattolliat, VP Human Resources – DII Segment, and other senior leader and employees of Markem Imaje India, visited the facilities for the inauguration, to share with the students and the community, a new beginning. “Moments like this reinforce the values that are important to us at Markem-Imaje. We believe in creating meaningful and sustainable impact, wherever we operate. Supporting education, improving learning environments, and contributing to community developments are ways in which we can help create opportunities for future generations. We aim to help create a better environment where children can learn, grow and pursue their aspirations with confidence,” explained Gattolliat.
Years of social commitment and local community engagement
This is the fourth time Markem-Imaje India has collaborated with local community schools.
The journey to support the local community began in 2022; the team built the first Pink Room in the village of Kamalpur, the first in the state of Rajasthan. Along with the Pink Room, two washrooms for boys and girls were built, both of which were well ventilated and hygienic. The latest report suggests that children's enrollment at the school has doubled over the years due to better infrastructure support.
In 2023, our team refurbished a school in Maseet Village, a rural area near Bhiwadi. This initiative included the installation of two hygienic washrooms for girls and boys, as well as a pink room, making it the second pink room facility in Rajasthan. Consequently, the absenteeism rate among girl students significantly decreased.
In 2024, the team refurbished a school in Bubkahera, in the rural area of Bhiwadi. Like our previous initiative in Maseet Village, the facilities were enhanced with two new, well-ventilated classrooms with proper lighting, a larger hygienic kitchen for preparing healthy midday meals, modern separate washrooms for boys and girls to ensure dignity and hygiene, a storage area, child-friendly hand wash and drinking water facilities installed at student height for accessibility, and a rainwater harvesting system to ensure sustainable water use.
Through these efforts, Markem-Imaje India helps foster improved educational opportunities, community engagement and sustainable development for future generations. Because every child deserves the chance to learn. Every opportunity creates a possibility. And every possibility helps shape a better future.
These Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, like other social comitmment activities or philanthropic donations, reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting both manufacturers and the local communities in which we operate.
