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| COCA-COLA wins award for CSR | | | Early Times Reporter
Jammu | Feb 18
Coca-Cola India has been awarded the coveted ‘Golden Peacock Global Award for Corporate Social Responsibility - 2008. This award recognizes the Company’s efforts in water conservation and management and its community development initiatives. Dr. Ola Ullsten, former Prime Minister of Sweden and Chairman of the Awards jury presented the award to the Company at the 3rd Global Conference on Social Responsibility in Vilamoura, Portugal. Mr. Deepak Jolly, Vice-President, Public Affairs & Communication received the award on behalf of the Company in the presence of many distinguished business and public leaders and CSR experts.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ola Ullsten, said, “Golden Peacock Awards have been instituted by World Council for Corporate Governance, UK to create competitiveness in the area of Corporate Social Responsibility. We are hopeful that Coca-Cola India's effort in promoting sustainable communities sets an example for other organizations to follow.”
Commenting on the Coca-Cola India winning the award, Mr. Atul Singh, President & CEO, Coca-Cola India, said, “Coca-Cola India has always placed high value on good citizenship and has undertaken several initiatives for community development and inclusive growth. We are gratified to receive this global award and are humbled at being recognized for the little contributions that we have been able to make to preserve and protect the environment and towards community development. We are also establishing the Coca-Cola India Foundation which will further strive to make a positive impact on local communities. The Company remains committed to work with stakeholders and communities across the country in its bid to contribute to mutual growth and development.”
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