Chennai, July 9, 2026 – GRT Group, under its CSR umbrella, handed over a donation of ₹25 lakh to the TANKER Foundation. The contribution was presented by Chairman G. Rajendran alongside managing directors G.R. Ananthapadmanabhan, G.R. Radhakrishnan and Jayashree Vummidi during a specially organised ceremony.

About TANKER Foundation

The Transplant & Kidney Education Resources (TANKER) Foundation, established in 2003, is a non‑profit dedicated to making kidney transplants and dialysis affordable for economically disadvantaged patients across India. By operating both urban and rural outreach centres, the foundation provides free or heavily subsidised treatment, counselling and post‑operative care.

CSR Landscape in India

Since the Companies Act 2013 mandated a minimum spend of 2 % of net profit on CSR, Indian corporates have increasingly turned to health, education and environmental projects. GRT Group’s cumulative CSR outlay now exceeds ₹8.5 crore across 15 NGOs, reflecting a broader trend of private‑sector participation in nation‑building.

Impact of the Donation

The ₹25 lakh will be earmarked for new dialysis equipment, patient assistance schemes and awareness campaigns. Managing trustee Latha A. Kumaraswami thanked GRT for its "timely support that will accelerate our mission to save more lives." The infusion of funds is expected to increase the number of transplants performed and reduce waiting‑list times for kidney‑failure patients.

Future Outlook

Kidney disease remains a growing public‑health challenge in India, affecting an estimated 8 % of the adult population. Experts argue that more corporations should channel CSR resources into health‑focused initiatives, creating a virtuous cycle of improved care and social goodwill. GRT’s donation sets a benchmark for how strategic philanthropy can bridge gaps in critical medical services.