Pune: Mindspace Business Parks REIT has taken a significant step in expanding its corporate social responsibility (CSR) and community engagement by supporting vital infrastructure upgrades at Yerawada Central Jail in Pune.

The initiative, which addresses critical infrastructure needs for both the jail’s staff and its 6,500 inmates, includes the development of key facilities aimed at improving healthcare, sanitation, and emergency services.

The key areas of development include a fully equipped primary health center, a drinking water storage tank with a filtration system to ensure clean water access, changing rooms and restrooms for male and female staff, and new washrooms for enhanced sanitation.

Additionally, a 24/7 ambulance service has been introduced to bolster the jail’s emergency response capabilities.

Ramesh Nair, CEO of Mindspace REIT, expressed the importance of the initiative, stating, "At Mindspace REIT, we believe our responsibility goes beyond achieving commercial success; it's about uplifting the communities we are part of.

This initiative at Yerawada Central Jail is a vital step in addressing the often-overlooked needs of those who live and work in such environments. By offering crucial infrastructure support in healthcare, sanitation, and emergency response, we aim to promote dignity, safety, and a better quality of life for both inmates and staff."

This initiative is part of Mindspace REIT's broader commitment to social causes, which spans sectors such as education, healthcare, animal welfare, skill development, and research.

The company’s continuous efforts reflect its belief in fostering stronger, more inclusive communities, recognizing that building a better business starts with building a better society.