The Rasiklal M. Dhariwal Foundation believes that every day is an opportunity to create profound transformation. For us corporate responsibility is not something we do 'after work-hours', but something that is integral to our business.
We are focused on expanding opportunities and meeting social, economic, health and environmental challenges. Our philanthropic mission is to create positive change among the underserved population of the nation.
The RMD Foundation is committed to working with community residents and organizations to make measurable, sustainable improvement in the health status of underserved population. Manikchand Group has set up modern hospitals, where treatment is administered at highly subsidized rates, and, in many cases, completely free of cost. Over and above we also conduct regular medical camps in rural areas.
The Matoshree Madanbai Dhariwal Hospital is a shining example of RMD's firm belief in providing world-class healthcare. It is equipped with a 24 hour ICU, operation theatres, ventilators, defibrillators, image intensifiers, laboratory analyzers, color doppler, UGS machine, post-operative facilities etc.
EDUCATION
The power of education can only be realized when ambition finds the right platform to leap from. We at Manikchand give wings to the ambition of literacy.
In 1993 we setup the R.M. Dhariwal English Medium School in the rural area of Shirur, Pune with just 35 students and two teachers. Today the school has over 1098 students and a staff strength of over 44.
The Manikchand Dhariwal Institute of Management and Rural Technology (MDIMRT) is another example of fostering modern education to rural and economically challenged citizens. Recognized by the University of Pune, the degree and diploma courses include MCA, MPM, DBM, DCM, EEDP and MSCIT. In spite of being the youngest rural institute, the results have been outstanding.
SOCIAL CAUSES
A positive living environment, an economically healthy society and secure communities are essential conditions for making the world around us a more better place.
The RMD Foundation is actively supporting deserving social activities and is associated with umpteen causes across the country. As part of our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, we have associated ourselves with several social issues that need active support for the greater good of all.
DISASTER RELIEF
Natural disasters are nature's fury, arriving without warning. Unfortunately, the poor are the worst hit for they have the least resources to cope and rebuild.
ENVIRONMENT
Trees are the pillars of our planet and our life. The RMD Foundation believes that it's only natural that we take responsibility for them.
As part of the 75th birthday celebrations of Shri R.M. Dhariwal, we undertook a mission to plant over 80,000 trees in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
A mass tree plantation marathon was organised for the same from 16th June, 2013. This project will enhance the region's biodiversity and help restore the ecological balance across the states.
RELIGION
Faith has the power to light the flame of divine peace in hearts and minds. And every person deserves to be blessed with peace and a place to seek blessings.
Shri R.M. Dhariwal has tremendous belief in God. He takes personal interest towards religious activities, be it building idols, prayer halls or temples. RMD foundation's contribution towards religious services is second to none.