Leh: In a significant step towards enhancing educational infrastructure in Ladakh, the State Bank of India (SBI) has donated a school bus to the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR), Leh as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.
The vehicle was formally handed over to Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director of NISR, by Mr. Krishan Sharma, Chief General Manager, Chandigarh Circle, SBI, during a ceremony held in Leh today.
Event Highlights: A Strong Symbol of Public-Private Collaboration
The event was attended by:
- Mr. Jayant Mani, Deputy General Manager, Business & Operations, J&K Zone
- Mr. Anil Tondon, Chief Manager, SBI Leh Branch
- Senior SBI officials, NISR faculty, staff, and students
Dr. Padma Gurmet extended heartfelt gratitude to SBI for the generous gesture. He emphasized the impact this contribution will have on improving transportation and accessibility for students, particularly in the remote terrain of Leh.
He also gave a brief overview of the institute’s mission, highlighting how Sowa-Rigpa, the traditional system of Tibetan medicine, is being promoted for public welfare through research, training, and healthcare initiatives.
SBI Reaffirms Commitment to Community Welfare
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Krishan Sharma, CGM, Chandigarh Circle, reiterated SBI’s long-standing commitment to inclusive development.
“We believe in giving back to the society that supports us. This initiative is a reflection of SBI’s vision to support institutions like NISR that work towards regional and cultural development,” Sharma said.
He added that the bank will continue to engage in projects that support education, healthcare, and socio-economic empowerment in under-served regions like Ladakh.
Strengthening Ladakh’s Development Through CSR
This initiative is part of SBI’s broader CSR strategy, which aims to empower communities across India through focused investments in education, environment, rural development, and heritage preservation.
The bus donation will enable better accessibility for students of the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, which serves as a hub of learning and healing through one of the world’s oldest traditional medical systems.
About SBI
State Bank of India (SBI) is a prominent Indian multinational public sector banking and financial services company. It is the largest commercial bank in India, boasting a vast network of branches and a large customer base. SBI has a rich history, tracing its origins back to the Bank of Calcutta in 1806, and is known for its commitment to serving the needs of the common man.
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