Thar Foundation, the community investment arm of Thar Block II entities, has won three prestigious awards at the 15th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Summit & Awards 2026. The Foundation was recognized for excellence in Community Impact, Social Impact, and Women Empowerment, highlighting its transformative work in the Thar region.
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The awards recognize Thar Foundation’s inclusive business model, which is built on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through strategic partnerships and sustained investment, the Foundation has delivered measurable improvements in education, healthcare, clean water, and infrastructure for communities in Tharparkar.
Recognition of Inclusive Development
Farhan Ansari, General Manager of Thar Foundation, lauded the recognition of the Foundation’s inclusive business model based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. “Thar Foundation and Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC) have strived to ensure that the benefits of the Thar project directly uplift local communities through impactful projects in education and vocational training, health, clean water, women empowerment, and biodiversity conservation,” said Ansari.
Key Achievements
Thar Foundation’s impactful initiatives have delivered significant results across multiple sectors:
| Sector | Achievements |
|---|---|
| Education | 33 school units established; Government Polytechnic Institute (GPI) in Mithi enrolls over 300 students |
| Vocational Training | 2,000 youth trained in welding, solarization, IT, stitching, and dressmaking |
| Healthcare | 7 medical facilities providing free care to over 450,000 community members; Islamkot facility expanding to 50-bed hospital |
| Clean Water | 33 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants delivering 12+ million litres monthly to 34,000 community members |
| Energy Access | Village Electrification Project (VEP) solarized 3,750+ households; 235 solar streetlights installed |
| Sanitation | Approximately 500 pit latrines constructed |
| Women Empowerment | Focus on vocational training and maternal/child health |
Healthcare Expansion
To address severe maternal and child health challenges in the region, the Islamkot facility is being expanded into a 50-bed hospital, significantly enhancing access to critical healthcare services for women and children.
Clean Water and Energy
Access to clean drinking water has been extended through 33 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants, delivering over 12 million litres of clean drinking water to approximately 34,000 community members monthly.
The Village Electrification Project (VEP) has brought uninterrupted solar power to more than 3,750 households, completing 100 percent solarization of Block II. This includes 235 solar streetlights, improving safety and quality of life across the region.
About Thar Foundation
Thar Foundation is the community investment arm of Thar Block II entities, including Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC). The Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for communities in Tharparkar through sustainable development initiatives aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
About Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC)
Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC) is Pakistan’s largest coal mining company, operating in Thar Block II. The company is committed to responsible resource development that benefits local communities and contributes to Pakistan’s energy security.
About the CSR Summit & Awards
The Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Summit & Awards is a premier platform recognizing excellence in corporate social responsibility across Pakistan. The awards celebrate organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment to social development, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
