Habitat for Humanity India, in partnership with the Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, handed over 11 new homes and 3 school sanitation units to the marginalised families from the Katkari tribe in Ubhade village, Igatpuri block, Nashik district, Maharashtra, on 19^th July 2024.

The handover ceremony - held in a hybrid mode - was attended by key figures, including Mr. Gopal Kumar, CSR Head of Aditya Birla Capital and Mr. Vinay Kumar, Manager CSR, Aditya Birla Capital who joined virtually. Mr. Prashant Pawar, Block Development Officer (BDO) of Igatpuri block and his colleagues Mr. Sanjay Pawar – Assistant BDO, Ms. Megha Ahire – Extension Officer, and Mr. D.M. Karhale – Extension Officer attended the handover in person. The event was also attended by Mr. Anand Kumar Bolimera, National Director, Habitat for Humanity India, along with members of the Habitat India team, community leaders, homeowners, and school authorities.

During the ceremony, Sanjay Pawar presented a letter of appreciation to Habitat for Humanity India, received by Anand Kumar Bolimera, National Director, Habitat for Humanity India, expressing gratitude for the organisation's significant contributions to improving local living conditions and infrastructure. Speaking on the event he said, “I am honoured to present this token of appreciation to Habitat for Humanity India, for their significant contributions to improving housing conditions, and their unwavering dedication and impactful work in our communities."