Coromandel International strengthens education infrastructure across government schools in Ennore

Coromandel International strengthens education infrastructure across government schools in Ennore

~Initiatives to support hands-on science learning, technology-enabled education and improved sanitation for students~

Chennai, 27th October 2026: Coromandel International Limited (CIL), one of India’s leading agri-solutions providers, has strengthened school infrastructure across two government schools in Ennore, Tamil Nadu, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, CoroVidya. The initiatives include a new physics laboratory and a smart learning facility at Kathivakkam Government Higher Secondary School and a dedicated girls’ toilet block at Government High School, Annai Sivagami Nagar (AS Nagar).

The facilities were inaugurated by Ms. S. Malathi Helen, IAS, District Collector, Chennai, Mr. Senthil Kumar N, MLA, Tiruvottiyur Constituency, Mr. Arun Leslie George, President & CHRO, Coromandel International, Mr Jayagopal Chathur, Head – CSR, Mr Vetrivel, Head – Manufacturing, in the presence of school authorities, senior management from Coromandel International and members of the local community.

At Kathivakkam Government Higher Secondary School, Coromandel has established a well-equipped physics laboratory with essential apparatus and learning resources to provide students with greater opportunities for practical experimentation and hands-on learning. The school, which serves a large student community including children from nearby fishing and economically weaker communities, had limited laboratory infrastructure. The new smart learning facility further complements the intervention by introducing digital tools and technology-enabled teaching methods to make classroom learning more interactive. The upgraded facilities are expected to benefit approximately 300 students annually and support greater interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.

At Government High School, AS Nagar, Coromandel has constructed a dedicated girls’ toilet block to address the school’s existing sanitation infrastructure gap. The school has 464 students, including 238 girls and 226 boys. The new facility provides additional and more accessible sanitation facilities for girl students, with a focus on hygiene, privacy and functionality.

Speaking on the initiatives, Arun Leslie George, President and CHRO, Coromandel International, said, “Our approach to community development is centred on understanding local needs and creating interventions that can make a practical difference. In schools, this means supporting both access to better learning resources and the basic infrastructure that enables students to learn in a safe and comfortable environment. Through CoroVidya, the new facilities at Kathivakkam Government Higher Secondary School and AS Nagar Government High School address these needs while creating a more supportive environment for students to learn and grow.”

The initiatives are part of Coromandel International’s continued efforts to support communities surrounding its operations. Through CoroVidya, the company focuses on strengthening educational infrastructure and addressing critical needs that contribute to a supportive learning environment for children and young people.

About Coromandel 

Coromandel International Limited is amongst India’s pioneers and leading Agri solutions provider, offering diverse products and services across the farming value chain. It operates in two major segments: Nutrient and other allied businesses and Crop Protection. These include Fertilizers, Crop Protection, Bio Products, Specialty Nutrients and Organic businesses. The Company is 2nd largest manufacturer and marketer of Phosphatic fertilizer in India. The Company’s Crop Protection products are marketed in India as well as in international geographies, offering wide range of technical and formulation products. The Specialty Nutrients business of the Company focuses on water soluble fertilizers, secondary & micronutrients and Nano fertilizers products. The Company is leading marketer of Organic fertilizers in India. The Bio Products business of the company focusses on plant extractions for various applications. It also operates a network of more than 1200 rural retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra. Through these Retail outlets, the Company offers agri inputs and farming services including crop advisory, soil testing and farm mechanization to around 3 million farmers. The Company currently has 8 R&D centres and a strong Regulatory setup, supporting the businesses in process development and new product introduction. The Company currently has 21 manufacturing facilities, spread widely across India, producing wide range of Nutrient and Crop Protection products, which are marketed through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centres. 

The Company clocked a turnover of Rs. 31,827 Crores during FY 25-26. Its efforts towards environment have been well recognized by international organizations like UNDP and has also been voted as one of the ten greenest companies in India by TERI. Coromandel is a part of the Murugappa Group with a turnover of INR 105,582 crore in FY 25-26. 

For more details, visit www.coromandel.biz 

About Murugappa Group 

A 126-year-old conglomerate with presence across India and the world, the INR 1,056 billion (₹105,582 crore) Murugappa Group has diverse businesses in agriculture, engineering, financial services and more.  

The Group has 10 listed companies: Carborundum Universal Limited, CG Power & Industrial Solutions Limited, Cholamandalam Financial Holdings Limited, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance Company Limited, Coromandel International Limited, E.I.D.-Parry (India) Limited, NACL Industries Limited, Shanthi Gears Limited, Tube Investments of India Limited, and Wendt (India) Limited. Other major companies include Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company Limited and Parry Agro Industries Limited. Brands such as Ajax, Hercules, BSA, Montra, Montra Electric, Mach City, Chola, Chola MS, CG Power, CG Semi, Shanthi Gears, CUMI, Gromor, Paramfos, Parry’s are part of the Group’s illustrious stable.  

Abrasives, technical ceramics, electrominerals, electric vehicles, auto components, fans, transformers, signalling equipment for railways, bicycles, fertilisers, sugar, tea, and several other products make up the Group’s business interests. Guided by the Five lights — integrity, passion, quality, respect, and responsibility — and a culture of professionalism, the Group has a workforce of 1,06,224 employees. 

For more details, visit www.murugappa.com