Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 16: SankalpTaru Foundation, in partnership with NTT DATA—a global leader in digital business and IT services—announces the launch of Phase II of its ‘Community Barren Land Restoration Program’ in Coimbatore, under NTT DATA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The inauguration was graced by the District Collector.
In Phase I, completed during FY 2024–25, 3,500 trees were planted, transforming a 7-acre former dump yard into a thriving green space. Phase II will see the plantation of an additional 3,500 trees in FY 2025–26, further enhancing local biodiversity and contributing to long-term environmental sustainability. The initiative is a testament to the power of community-driven ecological restoration, benefiting both nature and the people of Coimbatore.
Building on the success of Phase I, the collaboration between NTT DATA and SankalpTaru Foundation reaffirms both partners’ commitment to long-term ecological restoration and community well-being.
Gauri Bahulkar, Sr. Director of Global Corporate Social Responsibility, NTT DATA commented, “At NTT DATA, environmental sustainability is not just a strategic focus—it’s a deeply rooted commitment that shapes our actions and partnerships. Through our CSR initiatives, including this meaningful collaboration with SankalpTaru Foundation, we’ve planted over 17,500 trees across India, fostering resilient ecosystems and uplifting communities. In Coimbatore, we’re proud to have transformed a 7-acre former dump yard into a flourishing linear forest that will nurture biodiversity and support the well-being of local communities. Through this partnership, we hope to inspire others to take proactive steps toward environmental conservation, proving that even small actions can lead to powerful, positive change.”
Thiru. Pavankumar G Giriyappanavar, IAS (District Collector, Coimbatore) commented, “I thank NTT Data and SankalpTaru Foundation for implementing this plantation initiative. A place that was once a dump yard has now been transformed into a green forest. This effort will create awareness among the public and encourage schools, colleges, and corporate employees to actively participate in conserving our native trees and protecting the environment.”
NTT DATA, a global innovator in IT and business services, is deeply committed to advancing sustainability and creating meaningful value for communities worldwide. SankalpTaru Foundation, India’s leading IT-enabled NGO, is dedicated to restoring the planet’s green cover through afforestation, ecosystem restoration, water conservation, and community development.
Together, they are transforming degraded landscapes into thriving ecosystems—one tree at a time.
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and startup companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
About Sankalptaru Foundation
SankalpTaru Foundation is IT-enabled NGO dedicated to restoring the planet’s green cover and uplifting communities across diverse ecosystems in India. Their key initiatives include afforestation, ecosystem restoration, water conservation, and community development. They leverage technology to ensure every contribution creates a measurable impact. Each sapling planted is uniquely geotagged, recorded on the blockchain, and visible through satellite imagery. With 13+ million trees planted and surviving, each represents a step toward ecological balance and a source of resilience for local communities.
