Chennai: REC Foundation, the CSR arm of REC Limited, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) to enhance healthcare access in underserved regions of Tamil Nadu. The agreement involves the procurement and deployment of three Mobile Medical Units (MMUs), valued at ₹3.60 crore, across the districts of Ramanathapuram, Theni, and Sivagangai.
Healthcare Access for Remote Communities
The MMUs will bring essential medical services directly to communities with limited healthcare infrastructure. Equipped with diagnostic tools, medicines, and medical staff, these units will provide preventive and primary healthcare to rural populations. The initiative aligns with REC Foundation’s vision of improving quality of life in rural India through focused CSR interventions.
MoA Signing Ceremony
The ceremony was graced by Narayanan Thirupathy, Independent Director, REC Ltd., who attended as Chief Guest. The event was presided over by Dr. Justice M. Jaichandren, Vice President & Chairman of IRCS Tamil Nadu Branch.
Thara Ramesh, Head of Department and Chief Programme Manager at REC’s Regional Office in Chennai, also addressed the gathering, underlining REC’s commitment to healthcare outreach.
Strengthening CSR through Partnerships
This collaboration with IRCS highlights REC Foundation’s strategy of partnering with credible institutions to extend the reach of its social initiatives. By deploying MMUs in priority districts, REC aims to ensure last-mile delivery of healthcare and improve health outcomes for marginalized communities.
About REC Limited
REC Limited, a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, is a leading non-banking financial company specializing in power sector financing and infrastructure support. Through its CSR arm, REC Foundation, the company actively contributes to education, healthcare, sanitation, skill development, and rural development initiatives across India.
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