Nestlé India inaugurates Integrated Village Development Programme in Nanjangud

Nestlé India today inaugurated its Integrated Village Development Programme (IVDP) in Nanjangud, Karnataka, reaffirming its commitment to supporting inclusive and sustainable community development.

The programme focuses on strengthening village-level infrastructure and improving quality of life through a range of community-led interventions, including improvements to schools and Anganwadis, installation of Reverse Osmosis (RO) water purification units, pond restoration and other development initiatives.

The inauguration was attended by Mr. Darshan Dhruvanarayan, MLA, Nanjangud Constituency, and Mr. Rodrigo Aja Prado, Factory Manager, Mr.Kalale Keshavamurthy former MLA along with key government officials.

Mr. Darshan Dhruvanarayan, MLA, Nanjangud Constituency, said: “Sustainable rural development requires collective effort and a focus on the needs of local communities. Initiatives such as Nestlé India’s Integrated Village Development Programme can play an important role in strengthening essential infrastructure and improving access to vital services. I appreciate this collaborative approach towards the development of Nanjangud.”

Mr. Rodrigo Aja Prado, Factory Manager, said: “At Nestlé India, we believe that meaningful community development begins with understanding local needs and working together to address them. Through our Integrated Village Development Programme, we aim to support communities through interventions spanning education, access to safe drinking water and restoration of local resources. Our focus is on creating lasting, positive impact through collaboration with local administrations and communities.”

The initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between industry, government and communities in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.