Financial Services

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL)

Chemicals

Aditya Birla Chemicals (Thailand) (ABCTL)

Fashion

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL)

Trading

Aditya Birla Global Trading

Aditya Birla Health Insurance Limited (ABHICL)

Carbon Black

Birla Carbon

Paints

Birla Opus

Cellulosic Fibre

Century Enka

Domsjö Fabriker (Domsjö)

Textiles

Grasim Industries Limited

Metals

Hindalco Industries Limited

Indo Thai Synthetics Company Limited

Novelis Inc

Thai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd (TAF)

Cement

UltraTech Cement Limited

Telecom

Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi)

<p><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:30%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/group_of_rural_school_girls_568f4f6dd3.webp" alt="group-of-rural-school-girls.webp"><i>Education is a powerful catalyst for change, and Aditya Birla Group is committed to harnessing its transformative potential. Through diverse initiatives, Group businesses are shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for communities worldwide. Let’s dive into these collective efforts.</i></p><p>For Aditya Birla Group, education work is not just an initiative—it is a transformative tool for socio-economic change, a ‘<a href="/our-story/a-force-for-good/">Force for Good</a>’ that touches lives across communities and geographies. Guided by the Group's philosophy of trusteeship, education has become a key aspect in the social efforts of different Group businesses, with an aim to improve lives, create opportunities, and ensure that every child has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. This approach is not just about classrooms—it’s about nurturing minds, providing sustainable support, and building pathways for future leaders.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><h3><strong>Opening doors to education</strong></h3><p>Across Aditya Birla Group businesses, education initiatives are creating doors of opportunity that open to brighter futures. <a href="/businesses/companies/hindalco-industries-limited/">Hindalco’s </a>commitment to education in underprivileged communities, especially for girls, has touched over 12,000 students in 17 schools. By focusing on elementary and secondary education, vocational training, and skill development, Hindalco has empowered students to break the cycle of poverty.</p><p>The impact extends beyond borders through its subsidiary, Novelis, where over 700,000 students have benefited from its partnership with the FIRST initiative, and thousands more engage in STEM programs. This collective effort ensures that every child has access to the knowledge and skills they need to thrive, regardless of their socio-economic background.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>Fostering lifelong learning</strong></h3><p><a href="/businesses/companies/grasim-industries-limited/">Grasim</a> continues to build upon this foundation by enhancing the quality of education for rural children. With initiatives like the School Enrolment Programme and Project Gyanarjan, Grasim works to ensure that children not only stay in school but excel academically. These initiatives have supported over 90,000 beneficiaries, providing resources such as uniforms, educational materials, and coaching to students from marginalised backgrounds. Through this approach, Grasim is investing in today’s students and laying the groundwork for future generations to access better education and brighter career prospects.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>Modernising education</strong></h3><p>But education is more than just staying in school—it’s about fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and the drive to succeed. <a href="/businesses/companies/aditya-birla-capital-limited-abcl/">Aditya Birla Capital</a> is transforming learning experiences with digital classrooms, upgraded science labs, and mobile learning tools in regions like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, reaching over 65,000 students. These upgrades go beyond infrastructure: they encourage students to explore new areas of knowledge, bridging gaps in understanding and preparing them for future challenges. Remedial classes and career counselling programs further ensure that every child, once again, especially from marginalised communities, has the resources and guidance to reach their full potential.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><img class="image_resized image-style-align-right" style="width:30%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/teacher_with_students_around_ac42b1361c.webp" alt="teacher-with-students-around.webp"><strong>Focusing on the girl child</strong></h3><p>A key focus of these educational initiatives has been the empowerment of young girls, who often face barriers to education due to societal norms. <a href="/businesses/companies/aditya-birla-fashion-and-retail-limited-abfrl/">Aditya Birla Fashion &amp; Retail’s</a> School Transformation Project and Gyanarjan have impacted nearly 130,000 girls, providing them with the opportunity to overcome these obstacles and pursue their academic and professional dreams.</p><p>The company's holistic approach extends beyond academics to include career counselling, extracurricular activities, and digital literacy programs. A shining example of this success is the achievement of students from Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas, where over 95% of students passed their Class 10 exams, laying a strong foundation for their future.<br>&nbsp;</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><h3><strong>Innovating for sustainable learning</strong></h3><p>Education at Aditya Birla Group is also about creating environments that foster long-term growth and sustainability. UltraTech Cement’s CSR initiatives have established 31 schools, reaching nearly 20,000 students, and supporting over 295 anganwadis, impacting 12,000 children. But their work goes beyond just building schools; they are creating self-sustaining environments. By introducing solar energy projects in schools near their cement plants, UltraTech has improved learning conditions for 1,500 students while reducing dependence on grid electricity. Their Navodaya Coaching Program further prepares students for entrance exams, equipping them with the skills needed for a brighter future.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>Education as a path to opportunity</strong></h3><p>In regions where barriers like child labour threaten children’s futures, education becomes the tool for transformation. Century Paper’s Smart Schools initiative works with local NGOs to enrol children from marginalised communities in schools, providing them with the education and digital literacy necessary to build brighter futures. By reducing child labour and offering opportunities for academic and personal growth, <a href="/businesses/companies/century-pulp-and-paper/">Century Paper</a> is not only transforming individual lives but also empowering entire communities to break free from the cycles of poverty and exploitation.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>A force for good futures</strong></h3><p><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:30%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/key_in_a_book_4ebeabc332.webp" alt="key-in-a-book.webp">These diverse education initiatives across Aditya Birla Group businesses reflect a shared vision of inclusion, equity, and sustainability. Together, they support a learning ecosystem where the aim is not just to provide education, but to create lasting, transformative change. The Group’s focus on marginalised communities, particularly girls, and its commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure ensure that the future is brighter for all.</p><p>With these combined efforts, Aditya Birla Group is helping shape the citizenry of tomorrow, offering opportunities for empowerment, and laying the foundation for a more prosperous future; it is a Force for Good that is dedicated to transforming lives through education.</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div>

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<p>Aditya Birla Capital Limited (“ABCL”) is the holding company for the financial services businesses of the Aditya Birla Group. Through its subsidiaries/JVs, ABCL provides a comprehensive suite of financial solutions across Loans, Investments, Insurance, and Payments to serve the diverse needs of customers across their lifecycle. Powered by over 55,000 employees, the businesses of ABCL have a nationwide reach with over 1,470 branches and more than 200,000 agents/channel partners along with several bank partners.</p><p>As of September 30, 2024, Aditya Birla Capital Limited manages aggregate assets under management of Rs. 5.0 Lakh Crore with a consolidated lending book of Rs 1.38 Lakh Crore through its subsidiaries/JVs.</p><p>Aditya Birla Capital Limited is a part of the US$66 billion global conglomerate Aditya Birla Group, which is in the league of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 187,000 employees belonging to 100 nationalities, the Group is built on a strong foundation of stakeholder value creation. With over seven decades of responsible business practices, the Group’s businesses have grown into global powerhouses in a wide range of sectors - from metals to cement, fashion to financial services and textiles to trading. Today, over 50% of the Group’s revenues flow from overseas operations that span over 40 countries in North and South America, Africa, Asia, and Europe.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Aditya Birla Capital Limited is the holding company of all the following financial services businesses:</h3><ul><li>Aditya Birla Finance Limited&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Health Insurance Limited&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Insurance Brokers Limited&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Money&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Sun Life Asset Management Company&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Sun Life Pension Management Limited&nbsp;</li><li>Aditya Birla Asset Reconstruction Company Limited&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Products</h3><p><strong>Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Home finance&nbsp;</li><li>Personal finance&nbsp;</li><li>SME finance&nbsp;</li><li>Real estate finance&nbsp;</li><li>Project finance&nbsp;</li><li>Loan again securities&nbsp;</li><li>Corporate finance&nbsp;</li><li>Debt capital market&nbsp;</li><li>Loan syndication</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Asset management</strong></p><ul><li>Mutual funds&nbsp;</li><li>Wealth</li><li>Stocks and securities&nbsp;</li><li>Private equity&nbsp;</li><li>PMS&nbsp;</li><li>Real estate investment&nbsp;</li><li>Pension funds</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Insurance</strong></p><ul><li>Life insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Health insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Motor insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Corp general insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Travel insurance</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Advisory</strong></p><ul><li>Money advise tool</li></ul>

<h3><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:35%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/diligent_saving_smart_investing_a_lifetime_of_security_1_9fb089e3b6.webp" alt="diligent-saving-smart-investing-a-lifetime-of-security-1.webp"><strong>Financial planning around life goals is a necessary step for women to be more financially independent and secure</strong></h3><p>Women tend to play multi-dimensional roles in society. Apart from typically being the mainstay of the family unit – as daughter, life-partner, sister, mother – women are an integral part of the economy. A government survey shows that number of working women is on the rise and has touched 37% of the workforcec.</p><p>While financial literacy in India falls short of the level in the developed world , women can buck this trend by building a greater understanding of finances and money management. This critical life knowledge will help women become more active stakeholders in matters of money and financial security – for herself or for her family.</p><p>Financial literacy entails a basic knowledge of financial planning, which includes incomes and expenses, along with a working understanding of assets and liabilities, savings, investments, and wealth management. The more one familiarises oneself with the basics of finance, the better we are equipped to manage the financial impacts of life events, and thus ensure our financial security.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>Here are some insights from Aditya Birla Capital’s podcast ‘For Her’.</strong></h3><p><strong>Fundamentals of financial planning</strong></p><p>A financial plan is a well-documented record and roadmap of one’s financial health. You can either put together one yourself, or you can seek the help of a professional.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>There are three key components to a financial plan – assets, liabilities and emergencies/planned events. Experts &nbsp;recommend the 50-30-20 model to maintain an optimum balance between the components of a financial plan.</p><ul><li>50% of your income is allocated towards all routine outgoings, including rent, household expenses, loan repayments, children’s fees, etc.</li><li>20% of the income is towards leisure and lifestyle expenses, including holidays, shopping, etc.</li><li>30% of the income is earmarked for savings to ensure short-term as well as long-term financial security.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Think about a corpus</strong>: The savings also take into account any emergency or planned life events like marriage and children’s education, besides creating a corpus for comfortable retirement. You need to be mindful where you are investing – be it private stock investing, mutual funds, real estate or fixed deposits – to eventually build a solid portfolio.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Plan for your lifestyle</strong>: You should optimise the financial plan based on different stages of your life; it should support your life and enable you to live the life that you want to live. While leisure and travelling can be a priority early in life, there could be other responsibilities like marriage, children, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>You need to think ahead about your future and plan suitably. Be it expected factors like career progression, or unexpected events like separation or an accident, a good financial plan will help keep you on a secure financial footing.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Age and inflation</strong>: It is important to factor in the increasing life expectancy as well as inflation when you are drawing your financial plan. Identify your short term and long-term goals, take stock of current status and make a plan to relocate the cash-flow accordingly. An emergency fund is a strong safeguard that can help you tide over an unforeseen life-event without disturbing your long-term savings. The thumb-rule is to have six months expenses which can be accessed at a short notice.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pro tip</strong>: The financial plan should be SMART – Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timely.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><img class="image_resized image-style-align-right" style="width:35%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/diligent_saving_smart_investing_a_lifetime_of_security_2_340055d43d.webp" alt="diligent-saving-smart-investing-a-lifetime-of-security-2.webp"><strong>Planning for milestone life-events</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3><p><strong>Marriage</strong>: When planning &nbsp;a wedding or discussing life post-marriage, it’s important for the couple to be on the same page with regard to finances, in terms of short-term and long-term goals, and how you plan to get there together. Factor in that the legal and tax status also changes after marriage.</p><p>Talk about money with your partner early on in the relationship, to set the tone for the future. It’s also important that both partners know each other’s financial situation – funds, assets, loans, credit cards outstanding, etc. – and discuss how to handle the finances in a transparent manner. Having the money conversation upfront is better than not having a good understanding.</p><p>There is no right or wrong when it comes to having separate accounts – the important thing is to mutually decide who will pay how much for what. Keep an account and credit card in your name to maintain your own credit history and credit score.</p><p><strong>Motherhood</strong>: If a woman has to take a long break from work to be with her baby, there are financial implications for the family. Going from a double income to a single income, while expenses remain the same or even rise, can be a challenge and there needs to be proper planning.</p><p>The &nbsp;list of things to do before the baby arrives is lengthy. Do avoid taking on credit card debt; for instance, avoid using credit cards to pay dues. Credit card interests are always higher and ideally dues should be paid off as soon as possible. Do plan for potential pre- and post-baby expenses.</p><p>Working women need to understand their organisation’s maternity and child-support policies so as to leverage all possible benefits and get maximum support.</p><p><strong>Parenting</strong>: As children grow, so do the financial responsibilities associated with their upbringing. From providing for school education and academic opportunities to extra-curricular activities, a good financial plan can go a long way in fulfilment of the parental commitments. It could also take into account college expenses or the costs of opting for an international college degree, which can put significant pressure on the finances of the family.</p><p><strong>Parental Responsibilities</strong>: An important life event for women is caring for aging parents, relatives or in-laws . To cope with this involves thorough budgeting for medical care, over and above normal expenses. The more thoroughly you plan, the better you are equipped to meet challenges. Do have a frank discussion with your aging parents or in-laws about their financial resources and plan eventualities while they are still active.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Retirement</strong>: When working life ends, so does the income. Retirement often feels far in the future and it’s a common mistake to not maximise your retirement contribution.</p><p>However, when it comes to retirement, time is also your best asset. The earlier you invest towards your retirement, the more time you have to take the benefit of the power of compounding, which adds interest on interest and adds up continuously over time.</p><p>Experts suggest that you should set aside at least 15% of your annual earnings for retirement. If the budget doesn’t permit, start with 5% and gradually raise it to your desired amount.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Thinking ahead</strong></h3><p>With expenses lined up at every stage of your life, the challenge often is to protect your capital from yourself and live within the budget. One way to prevent overextending is to automate savings and investment plans. Save for short-term and long-term financial goals separately. Another important tip is to not lock your savings in conservative avenues like cash or bank FDs. These offer returns that are lower than inflation rates, leave alone yielding growth in the long-term . To beat inflation, women should explore investments that offer higher returns.</p><p>Apart from these insights from <a href="/businesses/companies/aditya-birla-capital-limited-abcl">Aditya Birla Capital</a>, women can ensure financial security by talking to trusted financial advisors to plan for financial independence. Keeping with its purpose to enrich lives responsibly and be a force for good, Aditya Birla Group recognises that financial inclusivity is essential for both women’s advancement and India’s social development.&nbsp;</p>

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Customer

<p>Thai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd (TAF), an Aditya Birla Group company, is among the world’s top 5 quality acrylic fibre producers.</p><p>Incorporated in 1987, TAF produces more than 30 different types of speciality fibres, including technical fibres for high-end applications. Marketed under the brand name Birlacril™, the product range comprises a variety of acrylic fibres used for making sweaters, blankets, carpets, upholstery, soft toys, and awnings, etc. Thai Acrylic Fibre plant is also one of the greenest, cleanest and the most environment-friendly acrylic fibre plants in the world. From an installed capacity of 14,000 TPA, the company has grown consistently to reach 108,000 TPA.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Products</h3><ul><li>Acrylic fibre</li><li>Raw white</li><li>Acrylic tow (worsted spinning)</li><li>Acrylic staple fibre (raw White)</li><li>Worsted</li><li>Semi worsted &amp; woollen spinning.</li></ul>

<p><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:25%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/green_and_transparent_supply_chains_3_7bf57456b8.webp" alt="green-and-transparent-supply-chains-3.webp"><i>Engineers across Aditya Birla Group’s plants and factories are delivering innovative, planet-friendly solutions every day, with the latest addition being the incorporation of blockchain technology by </i><a href="/businesses/companies/thai-acrylic-fibre-co-ltd-taf/"><i>Thai Acrylic Fibre</i></a><i> into its acrylic fibre production for end-to-end fashion traceability.</i>&nbsp;</p><p>By partnering with FibreTrace, Thai Acrylic Fibre joins the league of Aditya Birla Group businesses using blockchain for supply chain transparency. Thanks to the innovative technology, brands and consumers can receive real-time verification of Thai Acrylic Fibre’s Regel™ fibre’s origin and journey. The FibreTrace marker that is embedded into raw fibres as an invisible, non-toxic, luminescent pigment ID can be scanned at any stage, whether during dyeing, spinning or garment production, acting as a ‘digital passport’ that tracks the fibre’s journey right from production through to the finished garment.</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Manufacturing world-class acrylic fibres</strong></h3><p>Thai Acrylic Fibre is among the global top five producers of quality acrylic fibres, with one of the greenest, cleanest and most environment-friendly acrylic fibre plants in the world. The company is also renowned for one of the first successful commercialisations of acrylic fibre produced from recycled waste in its brand Regel™. Certified by the Global Recycled Standards (GRS), Regel™ is composed of 50% recycled waste and 50% virgin polymer, and was developed by Thai Acrylic Fibre to meet the growing demand of sustainable fashion products from global consumers, brands and retailers. Waste accumulation and management is one of the key sustainability challenges of the fashion industry and therefore recycling pre-consumer, post-consumer and in-process waste to make new products is one of the most preferred and prevalent ways to reduce the environmental impact of fibre produced.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Building greener supply chains with blockchain</strong><img class="image_resized image-style-align-right image" style="width:29%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/green_and_transparent_supply_chains_1_3bbb79f99e.webp" alt="green-and-transparent-supply-chains-1.webp"></h3><p>Using blockchain to make supply chains greener and more transparent isn’t new to Aditya Birla Group. Although often associated with cryptocurrencies, blockchain’s next-gen features like – enhanced security and traceability – have contributed towards making the manufacturing industry more accountable and sustainable in its operations. One such significant engineering advance has been the use of the technology for responsible sourcing value chains.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p>Flashback: In 2021, <a href="/businesses/brands/birla-cellulose/">Birla Cellulose</a>, a Grasim subsidiary, developed a blockchain platform known as GreenTrack™, which gives consumers visibility into the textile fibre’s origins by allowing tracking of the VSF fibre supply chain from certified forests to the end user. This innovative use of blockchain bagged Birla Cellulose the 2021 National Innovative and Sustainable Supply Chain Award by the UN Global Compact Network India.</p></blockquote><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Applying tech for good</strong></h3><p>Like GreenTrack™ and FibreTrace, the potential for blockchain and other new technologies to contribute towards a more responsible world is limitless. With its commitment to planet-friendly growth, Aditya Birla Group is taking the lead in exploring applications of these technologies across its businesses to make a positive difference to both, the consumer, and the environment.</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div>

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Green and Transparent Supply Chains

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Aditya Birla Group Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2024

Leadership

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.birlacarbon.com/">Birla Carbon</a> is one of the leading global suppliers of carbon black. As one of the flagship businesses of the leading Indian multinational conglomerate, Aditya Birla Group, Birla Carbon provides innovative sustainable carbon black solutions that enhance the performance of paints and coatings, inks and toners, plastics, adhesives, sealants, textile fibres, mechanical rubber goods, and tires, energy systems, and Sustainable Carbonaceous Materials (SCM).</p><p>The company operates in 13 countries, boasting 17 manufacturing facilities and three cutting-edge technology centers in Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), showcasing forefront innovation in the industry. Its <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.birlacarbon.com/sustainability-at-birla-carbon/">Sustainable Operational Excellence</a> (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon black, and a key focus on conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner. Birla Carbon was awarded the ‘platinum’ rating by EcoVadis for sustainable practices in 2022.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Continua™ SCM</h3><p>Continua™ SCM is a first-of-its-kind SCM that represents a ground-breaking step forward in the availability and know-how of sustainable solutions in the carbon black industry. Continua™ SCM products, by their circular nature, enable large and quantifiable carbon footprint reductions, paving the way for greener, cleaner, and more sustainable industry value chains.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Products</h3><ul><li>Birla Carbon grades</li><li>Raven</li><li>Conductex</li><li>Continua™ SCM</li><li>ASTMs</li></ul>

<p><i>As demand for sustainable, high-quality materials grows, </i><a href="/businesses/companies/birla-carbon/"><i>Birla Carbon</i></a><i> is pioneering innovations in circularity and sustainability—driving a future where </i><a href="/businesses/sectors/carbon-black/"><i>Carbon Black</i></a><i> powers essential products responsibly.</i></p><p>Carbon Black serves many distinct uses in our everyday life from powering lithium-ion batteries to strengthening cables, tyres and waterpipe systems. In its pure form, Carbon Black for industrial purposes is engineered by fusing together carbon nanoparticles to form unique three-dimensional aggregates. Birla Carbon, Aditya Birla Group’s flagship company in the Carbon Black sector, has a formidable leadership presence for over 160 years. With a global manufacturing presence and significant production capabilities, Birla Carbon is one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of high-quality carbon-based solutions.</p><h3><br><strong>Innovation through sustainability</strong></h3><p>Continua 8030 SCM is Birla Carbon’s latest offering in the <a href="/businesses/brands/continua-scm/">Continua</a> brand which was launched in 2021. The launch of the circular material designed to address the growing sustainability needs of customers across India and Asia reinforces Birla Carbon’s commitment to innovation through sustainability. It positions the business as a reliable partner in supporting customers worldwide in achieving their sustainability goals.</p><h3><br><strong>The Continua 8030 SCM advantage</strong></h3><p><strong>Sustainability commitment</strong>: As part of Birla Carbon’s sustainability pledge, Continua 8030 SCM enhances the content of circular products, aiding customers in their environmental stewardship goals.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Security of supply in large volumes</strong>: Local manufacturing in India ensures a steady supply of larger volumes of high-quality Continua 8030 SCM that meet the rigorous demands of various industries.</p><p><strong>Consistent quality</strong>: Stringent control over feedstock and highest operational standards ensure consistency in lot-to-lot quality.</p><p><strong>Comprehensive technical support</strong>: &nbsp;Robust technical handholding facilitates smooth product integration which helps optimise performance across disparate applications.</p><p><strong>Advanced quality assurance</strong>: Continua 8030 SCM is supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and quality control measures, which guarantees top-tier quality and reliability.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Customised solutions</strong>: Blended solutions that are tailored to meet operational and sustainability goals.&nbsp;</p><p>Through the strategic joint venture with Finster, Continua 8030 SCM is now available to customers in India and Asia.</p><h3><br><strong>Revolutionising the carbon black industry</strong></h3><p>Birla Carbon also announced the launch of its first Asia Post-Treaent (APT) Plant in India, a brownfield initiative located at the company’s Patalganga unit in Maharashtra. This cutting-edge facility, equipped with the latest treaent technology, will revolutionise the carbon black industry by offering the highest levels of flexibility, efficiency, and precision, and will meet the fast-growing demand for high-performance carbon black grades in key industries like coatings and inks.</p><p>The new plant is a significant milestone in Birla Carbon’s journey towards creating and deploying cutting-edge technology solutions to meet customer needs. With Asia fast becoming an emerging market for the carbon black industry, the plant’s strategic location will not only encourage innovation but will enable Birla Carbon to leverage its global reactor capabilities. It also serves as a key backup to Birla Carbon’s USA facility in North Bend, Louisiana.</p><p>The Asia Post-Treaent Plant’s advanced technology ensures precise control over reaction times, thereby facilitating the production of ultra-high-performance grades customised to customers’ specific needs.</p><h3><br><strong>The future is here</strong></h3><p>The APT facility’s ability to meet stringent clean product standards affords it a distinct advantage over traditional products and cements Birla Carbon’s position as a leader in delivering sustainable, high-quality, carbon-based solutions for the future.</p><p>With innovation and sustainability as drivers in every aspect of operations, Birla Carbon is not only meeting the current global demand in high-growth sectors but also anticipating future demand while setting new standards for quality, reliability and environmental responsibility.</p><p>The APT facility is geared to meet a broad range of applications including packaging inks and automotive and industrial coatings. Alongside, it is also strategically designed to tap into niche markets such as toys and tool coatings, where the demand for low PAH products is rapidly growing.&nbsp;</p>

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Sustainability in Every Particle

Sustainability

<p>Driven by a commitment to be ‘A Force for Good,’ Aditya Birla Group’s initiatives aim to foster healthier communities and create lasting positive change across <a href="/businesses/countries/india/">India</a>.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.adityabirla.com/our-story/a-force-for-good/">Aditya Birla Group</a> believes that health and well-being are the bedrock of a thriving society. With a rich legacy of championing initiatives that improve lives, the Group is not only dedicated to building India’s economic future but also to driving positive social change. Through targeted CSR initiatives, the Group is tackling some of India’s most pressing health challenges, from the fight against cancer to sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions to prevent cervical cancer among young girls from underserved families. Here’s a closer look at how Aditya Birla Group is creating lasting impact where it’s needed most.</p><h3><br><strong>The fight against cancer</strong></h3><p><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:35%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/sustainable_health_hygiene_00de4a3d61.webp" alt="sustainable-health-hygiene.webp">November 7th is observed as National Cancer Awareness Day in India, to create public awareness about the early detection, prevention and treatment of cancer. The disease remains one of the world’s deadliest, with an estimated 20 million new cases globally and 9.7 million deaths in 2022 alone, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). In India, the projected cancer burden is expected to rise from 26.7 million DALYs (Disability Adjusted Life Years) in 2021 to 29.8 million in 2025.</p><p>It is imperative that corporations step up to help ease this growing burden on the nation’s progress, with a concerted effort in the battle against cancer. Aditya Birla Group’s own approach is a multi-pronged one, comprising of:</p><ul><li>Financial support for underprivileged patients - The Group has collaborated with the Cancer Patients Aid Association and the Indian Cancer Society to sponsor the cancer treatment of over 300 children while around 10,000 children have received support for diagnosis and treatment for several types of cancer.</li><li>Involved with more than 5,000 children suffering from different ailments such as cancer, tuberculosis, thalassemia, and cardiac issues, among others. Extending financial support for chemotherapy sessions and medical treatment. Encouraging them in a holistic manner to get back quickly on the road to recovery.</li><li>Awareness campaigns that are conducted in communities to educate them about symptoms, existing government healthcare services and other issues.</li><li>Prevention and treatment at the multi-speciality tertiary Aditya Birla Memorial Hospital near Pune - As of 2023, approximately 15,500 mammograms, 50,000 cancer screenings, 18,000 chemotherapies and 1,200 onco-surgeries were undertaken for the underprivileged while around 30,000 girls have received the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccination to prevent cervical cancer.</li></ul><h3><br><strong>The case for sustainable menstrual hygiene</strong></h3><p><img class="image_resized image-style-align-right" style="width:30%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/cancer_hpv_vaccine_9c25c10e73.webp" alt="cancer-hpv-vaccine.webp"><a href="/businesses/brands/birla-cellulose/">Birla Cellulose</a>, an Aditya Birla Group business, is contributing towards improving the health of the community and reducing impact on the environment with an innovative initiative. According to a recent study by The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Government of India, girls and women use 12 billion pads annually, generating menstrual waste amounting to 9,400 tonnes per month or 1,12,800 tonnes annually.</p><p>In partnership with GoNatura, a Bengaluru-based sanitary pad company, Birla Cellulose has developed biodegradable and affordable sanitary pads. A viscose fibre made from wood pulp, called ‘Purocel EcoDry’, was specially developed by Birla Cellulose to be incorporated as the top sheet in</p><p>GoNatura’s sanitary pads. The highly-sustainable alternative to plastic-based, single-use sanitary pads, is helping to reduce the sizeable waste created by disposables, thereby reducing the ecological burden on India.</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><h3><strong>A healthier future</strong></h3><p>For Aditya Birla Group, the health and well-being of communities are core to its mission of being a ‘<a href="/our-story/a-force-for-good/">Force for Good</a>’. CSR is part of the Group’s DNA and it remains committed to driving research-led innovation that will not only build a safer and healthier India, but also enhance the health and well-being of communities across the world.</p>

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A Force for Good Health

<p>India has become a nation of aspiration and ambition, where dreams are no longer limited to imagination. Let’s explore how Aditya Birla Group is helping turn these dreams into reality.</p><p>India is on the move. As one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, it’s driven by an unprecedented spirit of ambition and aspiration, where dreams aren’t just whispered but proudly pursued. India today is a land of change and opportunity, where a rising generation of individuals and families aspire for lives filled not just with success but with experiences that enrich and elevate—beautiful homes, stylish wardrobes, memorable dining, and secure futures. This desire for Good Living is transforming how India sees itself. Aditya Birla Group stands as a proud partner in this journey.</p><p>For over a century, Aditya Birla Group has been a constant force in India’s economic story, empowering people to achieve more, dream bigger, and live better. As India reaches for the extraordinary, the Group brings an array of thoughtfully crafted products and services to fulfil these aspirations, making Good Living not only achievable but inspiring.</p><p>Let’s look at the vast portfolio of products, services, and experiences that are helping Indians live the life they aspire to.</p><h3><br><strong>Building beautiful homes</strong></h3><p>A good home is the foundation of a great life. Across India’s homes and cities, Aditya Birla Group plays a key role in shaping the spaces where people live, work, and grow. UltraTech, the country’s largest cement producer, helps build essential infrastructure and enduring homes. With durable, energy-efficient Eternia Windows from Hindalco crafted from the advanced Duranium alloy, the Group brings a modern touch to green living. And with Birla Estates, it offers quality residential and commercial spaces that enable people to create lives around their aspirations and ambitions.</p><h3><br><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:25%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/restaurant_interior_furniture_58c9f1f204.webp" alt="restaurant interior-furniture.webp"><strong>Bringing imagination to interiors</strong></h3><p>Good Living extends to what fills these spaces, from vibrant colours to artisanal touches that make a house feel like home. Aadyam Handwoven preserves India’s weaving heritage with rugs, curtains, and table linens crafted by master artisans, ensuring that India’s cultural legacy finds a place in every modern home. Jaypore, another proud brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail, curates beautifully handcrafted home linens, furniture, and tableware, allowing customers to infuse their spaces with style and sophistication.</p><p>And now, with <a href="/businesses/companies/birla-opus/">Birla Opus</a>, the Group’s recently launched paints brand, personalisation has never been easier. Offering over 2,000 colours, finishes, and wallpapers, Birla Opus allows individuals to transform their walls into expressions of their style. This wide selection helps create homes and offices that reflect their owners' aspirations and adds a touch of vibrancy and elegance to any space.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;"><span style="display:none;">&nbsp;</span></div><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-right" style="width:25%;"><img class="image_resized" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/fashion_be3ff04854.webp" alt="fashion.webp"></figure><h3><strong>Dressing India’s dreams</strong></h3><p>India’s ambitious spirit is also expressed in the way it dresses. Aditya Birla Group’s fashion portfolio reflects the country’s evolving sense of style—from heritage brands like <a href="/businesses/brands/van-heusen/">Van Heusen</a> and <a href="/businesses/brands/louis-philippe/">Louis Philippe</a> to collaborations with high-end designers like Sabyasachi and Tarun Tahiliani. The Collective brings the latest trends from across the world to Indian high streets, while the Masaba brand lets wearers express a uniquely Indian voice in global fashion. And with Indriya, Aditya Birla Groups’s jewellery brand, elegance takes on a new glitter as wearers find exquisite ways to express their personal style.</p><p>Through these brands, the Group isn’t just styling a nation—it is enabling millions to present their best selves, wherever they go.</p><h3><br><strong>A world of flavours</strong></h3><p>Today the Indian palate is aspirational in its taste for global cuisines. With renowned dining experiences like Hakkasan, Yauatcha, and Nara Thai, <a href="/businesses/companies/aditya-birla-new-age-hospitality-abnah/">Aditya Birla New Age Hospitality</a> redefines fine dining, bringing flavours from around the world to discerning diners at home. Each restaurant provides an experience that nourishes both body and soul, blending world-class culinary skills with local tastes.</p><p>Their latest addition is Ode, a signature dining experience created by Chef Rahul Akerkar, which combines authenticity with creativity, allowing guests to enjoy good food, great company, and the simple pleasure of a well-prepared meal. The Group also contributes to food science through Aditya Birla Chemicals, which enhances the flavours and quality of kitchen products across the country.</p><h3><br><img class="image_resized image-style-align-left" style="width:20%;" src="https://www.cms.adityabirla.com/uploads/stock_88d242caa5.webp" alt="stock.webp"><strong>Securing the future</strong></h3><p>As aspirations grow, so does the need for financial stability and security. Aditya Birla Capital addresses this need with a wide range of financial solutions, including investments, loans, insurance, and payment options. The Group helps Indians plan for their dreams, ensuring that every milestone—whether it’s funding a child’s education, taking a family vacation, or preparing for retirement—is within reach. By focusing on financial wellbeing, it empowers individuals and families to live confidently today, and in the future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><br><strong>A legacy of Good Living</strong></h3><p>The Group’s offerings support India’s journey toward Good Living and reflect the pride of a country on the rise. Every brand, every product, is crafted to meet the high standards of a modern, ambitious India that stands proudly on the global stage.</p><p>As the country reaches for greater heights, Aditya Birla Group stands as a force for good, committed to empowering dreams, fostering pride, and elevating lives. Together, they are building a better India, where Good Living isn’t just a goal—it’s a way of life.</p>