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Through the various CSR programs, the Company has
constantly endeavoured to integrate the interest of the
business with that of the communities that form part of the
areas it operates in. With the advent of the various
National flagship programs launched by the Government,
we as an organisation take pride in furthering the
initiatives, which come under the purview of CSR by
engaging specialized agencies and in line with the DPE
Guidelines, The Companies Act 2013 and Schedule VII of
the Companies Act.

The following activities/initiatives were undertaken by the
Company in FY 2021-22 to achieve its Sustainable
Development Goals.

Installation of 5 PSA Oxygen Plants: Blamer Lawrie &
Co. Ltd has always responded to community needs
through its CSR projects. Health emergencies such as
COVID-19 pose a global crisis and have shown the critical
need for preparedness for better health care. This year BL
has given more emphasis on health-related projects.
During the 2nd wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in India
healthcare system of our country was struggling to
provide oxygen supply to the patients. In the initial days of
2nd wave patients collapsed due to the shortage of
medical oxygen supply. In response, the Government of
India directed PSUs to install PSA Oxygen plants in
Government Hospitals so that lives could be saved. As
part of the PSA Oxygen Plant Installation initiative, BL
immediately sanctioned INR 7 crores to install 5 PSA BL Exceutives during the installation of PSA Oxygen Plants in
Oxygen Plants in Government Hospitals in Karnataka. Govt. Hospitals, Karnataka.

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