Latest news with #MKB
Fashion Value Chain
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Fashion Value Chain
Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation Launches Three Landmark Social Initiatives to Drive Empowerment, Dignity and Cultural Revival
The Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation (MKB), established on May 10, 2019, by noted philanthropist and social activist Mohit Kamboj, has announced three transformative social initiatives aimed at bringing meaningful change to Indian society. Guided by the philosophy of Bharatiya, which stands for unity, dignity, and empowerment, the Foundation remains committed to eliminating social discrimination and uplifting communities that have been historically marginalized. Mohit Kamboj, Founder of Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation, actively driving social initiatives focused on community welfare and inclusive growth The newly launched initiatives focus on three key areas: empowering the transgender community, ensuring dignity for the unclaimed deceased, and restoring culturally significant temples across the country. As part of its Transgender Upliftment initiative, the Foundation is launching postgraduate education opportunities, skill development programs, and incubation support to prepare individuals for meaningful participation in the workforce. Complemented by dignity-led awareness campaigns, the initiative is designed to promote true inclusion and economic self-reliance for the transgender community, one of the most underserved and marginalized groups in the country. In a deeply humanitarian gesture, the Foundation's Dignified Dead Bodies initiative ensures that unclaimed or neglected deceased individuals are given respectful last rites. With this effort, the MKB Foundation strengthens its belief that every human life, regardless of status, identity, or circumstance, deserves dignity, even in death. To implement this initiative effectively, the Foundation is collaborating with municipal corporations, the police department, and trusted NGOs across cities. With its third initiative, the Foundation is working to restore temples of spiritual and cultural significance. This effort not only aims to preserve India's rich heritage but also to promote communal harmony and reawaken pride in shared traditions. Speaking about the social initiatives, Mr. Mohit Kamboj, Founder of Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation, said, 'True nationâ'building begins when every citizen feels seen, respected, and empowered, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance. These initiatives move us beyond shortâ'term aid toward lasting pathways for inclusion, dignified livelihoods, and cultural pride. By enabling the transgender community to gain skills and earn meaningful work, honouring the unclaimed deceased with respectful last rites, and restoring our ancient temples so heritage can inspire future generations, we are embedding dignity, equality, and cultural confidence at the heart of India's progress.' With a relentless focus on grassroots impact and community transformation, the Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation continues to serve as a beacon of hope, driving positive change across India. About Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation The Mohit Kamboj Foundation (MKB), founded on May 10, 2019, by philanthropist and social activist Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya, is committed to creating lasting social impact across India. Inspired by the spirit of Bharatiya, the Foundation promotes equality, dignity, and unity by empowering the transgender community, offering respectful last rites for unclaimed deceased individuals, and restoring culturally significant temples, preserving heritage while fostering inclusion and pride. For further details, please visit Instagram Facebook:
Business Standard
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation Launches Three Landmark Social Initiatives to Drive Empowerment, Dignity and Cultural Revival
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 28: The Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation (MKB), established on May 10, 2019, by noted philanthropist and social activist Mohit Kamboj, has announced three transformative social initiatives aimed at bringing meaningful change to Indian society. Guided by the philosophy of Bharatiya, which stands for unity, dignity, and empowerment, the Foundation remains committed to eliminating social discrimination and uplifting communities that have been historically marginalized. The newly launched initiatives focus on three key areas: empowering the transgender community, ensuring dignity for the unclaimed deceased, and restoring culturally significant temples across the country. As part of its Transgender Upliftment initiative, the Foundation is launching postgraduate education opportunities, skill development programs, and incubation support to prepare individuals for meaningful participation in the workforce. Complemented by dignity-led awareness campaigns, the initiative is designed to promote true inclusion and economic self-reliance for the transgender community, one of the most underserved and marginalized groups in the country. In a deeply humanitarian gesture, the Foundation's Dignified Dead Bodies initiative ensures that unclaimed or neglected deceased individuals are given respectful last rites. With this effort, the MKB Foundation strengthens its belief that every human life, regardless of status, identity, or circumstance, deserves dignity, even in death. To implement this initiative effectively, the Foundation is collaborating with municipal corporations, the police department, and trusted NGOs across cities. With its third initiative, the Foundation is working to restore temples of spiritual and cultural significance. This effort not only aims to preserve India's rich heritage but also to promote communal harmony and reawaken pride in shared traditions. Speaking about the social initiatives, Mr. Mohit Kamboj, Founder of Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation, said, "True nation-building begins when every citizen feels seen, respected, and empowered, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance. These initiatives move us beyond short-term aid toward lasting pathways for inclusion, dignified livelihoods, and cultural pride. By enabling the transgender community to gain skills and earn meaningful work, honouring the unclaimed deceased with respectful last rites, and restoring our ancient temples so heritage can inspire future generations, we are embedding dignity, equality, and cultural confidence at the heart of India's progress." With a relentless focus on grassroots impact and community transformation, the Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya Foundation continues to serve as a beacon of hope, driving positive change across India. The Mohit Kamboj Foundation (MKB), founded on May 10, 2019, by philanthropist and social activist Mohit Kamboj Bharatiya, is committed to creating lasting social impact across India. Inspired by the spirit of Bharatiya, the Foundation promotes equality, dignity, and unity by empowering the transgender community, offering respectful last rites for unclaimed deceased individuals, and restoring culturally significant temples, preserving heritage while fostering inclusion and pride. For further details, please visit Instagram Facebook:
India Today
07-06-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Two more Naxals gunned down by security forces in Chhattisgarh, four killed so far
Security forces on Saturday gunned down two more Naxals during an ongoing anti-Naxal operation in the dense forest region of the National Park area in Bijapur district. With these fresh encounters, the total number of Naxals eliminated over the past three days has risen to four, including two high-ranking Maoist operation, which began earlier this week, has led to the deaths of top Naxal leader, who was Central Committee member, Sudhakar alias Gautam, carrying a bounty of Rs 1 crore, and Bhaskar Rao alias Mailarapu Adellu, who had a combined bounty of Rs 45 lakh across Telangana and was the Secretary of the Mancherial-Komarambheem (MKB) division of the CPI (Maoist) Telangana State Committee and also a member of its Special Zonal Committee. On Friday, security personnel recovered Bhaskar's body along with an AK-47 rifle, explosives and other arms. Earlier, on the first day of the operation, Sudhakar was killed and an automatic rifle was seized from the encounter continued through the night into Saturday, with security forces recovering additional automatic weapons from the latest gunfight. The large-scale operation remains active as forces continue combing the forested terrain in pursuit of remaining Watch IN THIS STORY#Chhattisgarh
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
MKB Builds a Stronger Line of Defense Against Erosion with Addition of Silt Saver
CLEVELAND & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Align Capital Partners' ('ACP') erosion control products platform MKB Company (the 'Company' or 'MKB') announced today it completed the acquisition of Silt Saver, Inc ('Silt Saver'). This strategic combination strengthens MKB's market-leading position in high-performance sediment control products by adding Silt Saver's portfolio of innovative, outcome-oriented water management solutions. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Covington, Georgia, Silt Saver specializes in patented inlet protection, silt fence and other sediment control products that enable better solutions for end users. Silt Saver is widely recognized for its inlet protection frames & filters and Woven Belted Silt Fence (WBSF™), which emphasize structural integrity, pollutant removal and controlled permeability. "We are very excited to have the Silt Saver team join MKB Company," said Rick Costello, CEO of MKB. "Roger Singleton has been a true pioneer in the industry, and we look forward to introducing his field-driven innovations to a national customer base. Stephanie Singleton and Keith Potter have been instrumental in growing the Silt Saver brand, and we are thrilled to have their leadership as we expand these products across the country." This acquisition represents a key milestone in MKB's strategic vision to become the national leader in high-performance sediment control solutions. MKB, known for its comprehensive offering of compost filter sock, erosion control blankets, Siltron® silt fences and other products, will offer Silt Saver's premium product lineup to its national footprint, better serving MKB's national, regional and local distribution partners. "By combining our extensive distribution network and sustainable product innovations with Silt Saver's outcome-oriented technologies, we offer customers one of the most versatile ranges of solutions in our industry," said Rob Misso, President and Chief Revenue Officer of MKB Company. "Together, we are better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our entire customer base." 'The Silt Saver partnership is another example of the MKB platform vision resonating with other business owners in the erosion control industry,' said ACP Partner Matt Beesley. 'We look forward to continuing to support the MKB team in pursuing add-on acquisitions that expand MKB geographically and into new product categories.' This transaction marks the first add-on acquisition since MKB partnered with ACP in November 2024. The ACP deal team includes Matt Beesley, Ross Fuller, Andrew Foster, and Ryan Schmidt. About MKB Company MKB Company is a leading provider of products and services in the environmental control market. The Company's products are used in perimeter control, sediment management, erosion control and pollution control markets. As a growing industry partner committed to excellence in customer satisfaction, MKB manufactures innovative products and solutions that allow contractors and distributors to serve customers looking for better environmental outcomes. For more information, visit About Align Capital Partners Align Capital Partners (ACP) is a growth-oriented private equity firm that partners with business owners and management teams to help create shared success. ACP manages $1.8 billion in committed capital with investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. ACP brings experience and resources to help lower-middle market companies accelerate growth, with a focus on business services, technology, specialty manufacturing, and distribution sectors. For more information, visit
