COAL INDIA: EMPOWERING WOMEN’S LIVING SPACES THROUGH HOSTEL 21, A PROJECT EVERGREEN INITIATIVE

Impact at a Glance

• Significant CSR contribution to Indian academia and student infrastructure.
• Hostel 21 at IIT Bombay, a dedicated women’s residence, now houses 370 students.
• Strengthens inclusive campus living for women in STEM, fostering leadership, collaboration, and innovation.

Leadership Insight

“We thank Coal India Limited for their invaluable support in making Hostel 21 a reality. This dedicated women’s hostel will empower young women in STEM, providing them with the environment and resources to thrive and become future leaders driving India’s scientific and technological progress.”

— Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay

“Coal India Limited is proud to support the construction of the new women’s hostel at IIT Bombay as part of our commitment to education and gender empowerment under CSR. This collaboration with one of India’s premier institutions reflects our belief that quality infrastructure plays a crucial role in nurturing future leaders. As we celebrate CIL’s Golden Jubilee, we are honoured to contribute to a project that will benefit generations of young women pursuing excellence in science and technology.”

— Dr. Vinay Ranjan, Director (HR), Coal India

Strategic Alignment: Infrastructure for Nation-Building

Hostel 21 is part of Project Evergreen, an alumni-led initiative transforming campus living at IIT Bombay. By providing safe, modern, and inclusive housing for women, CIL’s support advances gender equity, strengthens India’s scientific ecosystem, and empowers the next generation of leaders in STEM. This initiative exemplifies how purpose-driven CSR from public sector enterprises can contribute directly to nation-building, fostering innovation, talent development, and societal impact.

Together, IIT Bombay and Coal India Limited are shaping a future-ready environment where women in STEM can thrive, driving long-term impact for India’s education and scientific progress.