Mahindra Truck and Bus Division (MTBD), a part of Mahindra Group, announced scholarship scheme for daughters of truck drivers through the Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyan.

The selected candidate will be felicitated with a scholarship of Rs 10,000 and a certificate. This will be done through a reach out programme at more than 75 transport hubs pan India. 10,029 girls have benefitted until now from the initiative which was launched in 2014. The felicitation will be held from February to March 2025.

Vinod Sahay - President of Trucks, Buses, CE, Aerospace & Defence Businesses - Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Member of Group Executive board, Mahindra Group, said, "Through the Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyaan, we are not just providing scholarships but opening doors to a brighter future and instilling hope in young hearts. We are dedicated to transforming lives by providing educational opportunities for the daughters of the truck driver partners. By investing in their futures, we are cultivating a generation of empowered women who will contribute significantly to our communities and the economy at large." 

Commenting on the occasion, Jalaj Gupta, Business Head – Commercial Vehicles, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., said, "Our sustained commitment through the Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyaan not only uplifts the daughters of truck drivers, but also fosters a culture of new opportunities and motivation."

 "Through this initiative, we wish to see more women in the commercial vehicle segment and remain steadfast in our commitment to investing in their futures, and developing a stronger, more equitable society where every girl can aspire to fulfil her potential and become the leaders of tomorrow" he further added.