HDFC Group donates Rs150 cr to PM-CARES fund

The Coronavirus pandemic has had a major impact on people across the globe. The pandemic has seen major corporations standing up to the need of the hour and committing funds for the fight against the pandemic. In order to show support to cause and specially to all healthcare professionals and every human being who are at the forefront in this fight against the coronavirus, HDFC Group has committed its support to the PM-CARES fund. 

HDFC, an Indian banking and financial services company, announced that the company has committed Rs 150 crore to the PM-CARES fund to support the Government of India for its relief and rehabilitation measures towards the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Deepak Parekh, Chairman, HDFC Ltd, said, “These are uncertain and trying times for all of us. The HDFC’s support to the PM-CARES fund is to commend the exemplary efforts of the Central & State Governments, armed and paramilitary forces, local police and healthcare professionals and sanitation workers across the country, who are working tirelessly day in and out to fight the pandemic. In the aftermath of Covid-19 and with the good intent of over 130 crore Indians, I am certain we will emerge a stronger, more conscious and compassionate nation.”

According to its press statement, “The HDFC Management and all employees across the group appreciate the steadfast efforts of all and wish for India to emerge stronger and more resilient at the end of this crisis.”

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