NOIDA, India, July 30, 2025 — The Chetu Foundation, the non-profit organization of the global digital intelligence and software solutions provider Chetu, today announced the donation of seven fully electric meal delivery vehicles to the Akshaya Patra Foundation, a non-profit committed to ending classroom hunger in India. The initiative is a key part of both organizations’ commitment to fighting child hunger while embracing environmentally responsible practices.
The Chetu Foundation and Akshaya Patra unveiled the seven electric vehicles (EV) during a joint ceremony this month, attended by leadership from both foundations, employees, and members of the local community. These EVs now deliver healthy midday meals to thousands of schoolchildren across the Delhi-NCR region, all while reducing carbon emissions.
“At Chetu, we strongly believe that sustainable innovation and corporate social responsibility must go hand in hand,” said Manish Kumar, HR Manager at Chetu. “These electric vehicles represent our commitment to nourishing young minds while protecting the planet.”
“We are proud to support a mission that not only addresses child hunger but also embraces a greener future,” added Shaili Bansal, Executive Director of the Chetu Foundation. “These EVs are a symbol of our dual focus—caring for our children and our planet. We look forward to deepening our impact through partnerships that create lasting and responsible change.”
The EVs come equipped with specially designed compartments to preserve food quality, safety, and hygiene during transport. Each truck will make two trips daily, delivering 3,000 meals, feeding about 18,000 students, and totaling more than 4 million meals a year to schools in Delhi, Noida, and nearby regions.
“Chetu’s support in adding more vehicles to our fleet has made a meaningful difference in our ability to serve more communities effectively. This is going to significantly help us in reaching our goal of feeding 3 million children every day by 2027. We’re proud to have them as a partner in our mission and truly thankful for their generosity,” said Navin Goel, CEO of the Akshaya Patra Foundation USA.
This collaboration highlights how innovation and compassion can work together to solve some of society’s most pressing challenges. Through this initiative, both foundations aim to spark greater awareness around eco-friendly operations and the importance of inclusive nutrition for school-going children.