Honeywell India CSR

From Rajasthan to MIT: Deepika’s Journey of Defying Limits

Deepika Kumawat, from a humble background in Rajasthan, discovered her passion for science early in life. With support from the Honeywell–Centre for Advancing Girls in Science and Avasara Leadership Academy, she pursued her dreams—graduating Magna Cum Laude in Physics from Mount Holyoke College and earning the prestigious Rogers D. Rusk Award. Now a postgraduate research scholar at MIT, Deepika has conducted research at Harvard and MIT. Her journey reflects how opportunity and determination can empower girls to lead in STEM.

How Safe Sanitation Transformed Girls’ Education in Ashtapur

In Ashtapur village, girls at New English School faced a major barrier to education—lack of safe, hygienic toilets. Many missed classes during menstruation, affecting their health and learning. Honeywell, in partnership with Americares India Foundation, stepped in to build modern sanitation facilities with privacy and proper amenities. The transformation led to improved attendance and well-being for 325 girls. By creating a secure and supportive environment, this initiative empowered young students to pursue their education with confidence.

Strengthning Wadebolhai PHC for Better Care

Wadebolhai Primary Health Centre, 25 km from Pune, serves 23,000 people across 11 villages. Limited equipment once meant long waits and missed care, especially for women needing sterilization. This changed when Honeywell donated 113 essential medical devices, including ECG machines, fetal dopplers, and laparoscopes. “Now, we can offer timely sterilization and better care for every patient,” says Dr. Lohar. Waiting times are shorter, treatments faster, and families feel secure. This upgrade is more than equipment—it’s a transformation toward healthier futures and stronger communities.

From Tradition to Transformation: Santosha’s Farming Success

In Chittapur village, Telangana, Santosha relied on traditional organic farming, earning ₹60,000 per 30 gunthas despite immense effort. Her breakthrough came through introduction of Sustainable Crop Intensification (SCI) and organic inputs like Trichoderma and Amruthpani. Within four months, her income doubled to ₹1,20,000. Pest control using neem oil and sticky traps improved crop health, while tools from the drudgery initiative eased her workload. With reduced investment and increased profit, Santosha’s journey reflects the power of modern techniques blended with tradition empowering farmers to thrive sustainably and inspiring others to embrace innovation for better livelihoods.

Biogas: A Game Changer for Vishwanath’s Family

In remote Nashik villages, families like Vishwanath Balu Bushare’s struggled to cook. His mother traveled 15 km for LPG refills and risked penalties gathering forest firewood, draining time, energy, and money.

Everything changed with Honeywell-supported biogas units. These systems convert organic waste into clean cooking gas, providing affordable fuel at home. “Biogas has transformed our lives,” says Vishwanath. “My mother no longer endures those journeys. Cooking is easier, and the plant’s byproduct enriches our fields as natural fertilizer, boosting yields and cutting costs.” By weaving sustainable energy into village life, Honeywell’s support is fueling progress in rural Nashik, one household at a time.

From Dharavi’s Lanes to the Frontlines of Technology

Dhanalakshmi Nadar grew up in the slums of Dharavi, where dreams often feel out of reach. Her parents worked tirelessly to keep her in school, and through the Honeywell Center of Advancing Girls in Science, she found hope and purpose. With mentorship and support, she turned her love for coding into real-world solutions—building websites and leading a coding club. Today, her hard work has earned her a full B.Tech scholarship at Mahindra University. For Dhanalakshmi, this is more than an achievement—it’s a chance to uplift her family and inspire others to believe that anything is possible.

AI-Powered Diabetes Care for Millions

Vishvasys Technologies, incubated at FSID, IISc Bangalore, is transforming diabetes care through an AI-powered mobile app that helps patients manage glucose levels and estimate meal nutrition using voice and cloud-based tools. Motivated by the urgent need for accessible solutions for India’s 100+ million diabetics, the team is building smart, affordable care for underserved communities. Honeywell’s Startup Support Program enabled them to hire talent, build infrastructure, and accelerate development—bringing them closer to launching a life-changing solution by FY 2025.

Vaishali’s Journey: From Rural Maharashtra to Medical College

Vaishali grew up in a village where child marriage and gender bias often crushed dreams. Her parents moved to Pune in search of a better life, yet financial hardship persisted. Against all odds, Vaishali’s determination and brilliance stood out. At Avasara, she embraced a rigorous curriculum, excelled academically, and chose medicine over international offers because they lacked full financial aid. Today, she is in her second year at BJGMC, pursuing her goal of becoming an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. Her dream is to return to her village and provide women with accessible healthcare, breaking taboos around reproductive health. Vaishali believes success comes from consistency, resilience, hard work, and dreaming big.

Belpada: A Village Reborn

Until recently, Belpada village in Nashik battled severe water scarcity—women walked kilometers for water, farming was unreliable, and families migrated for survival. Today, clean water and sanitation have transformed lives. Women have time for livelihoods, girls’ futures are brighter, and farm ponds support year-round irrigation. Migration has dropped by 50%, and economic opportunities are growing. Belpada’s journey reflects how access to water restores dignity, empowers communities, and sparks sustainable change. The village is no longer surviving—it’s thriving.

A Journey of Resilience: Story of Gunturu Yesumma and Family

When devastating floods submerged Gunturu Yesumma’s home and destroyed her family’s livelihood, they were left stranded and hopeless. With no time to prepare, they endured days of fear and loss. Honeywell, in partnership with Americares, delivered critical relief—shelter, food, and essentials that became a lifeline. Their swift action provided more than aid; it offered dignity, safety, and the strength to rebuild. Honeywell’s compassionate support helped transform a moment of crisis into a journey of recovery.