Signify and BharatCares partners to illuminate 58 Gram Panchayats in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
Under the ‘Har Gaon Roshan’ CSR initiative, 2,000 streetlights are being installed to enhance rural safety, visibility, and sustainable development in Uttar Pradesh
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh | August 4, 2025: In a significant move towards rural development and sustainable infrastructure, Signify, the global leader in lighting, has partnered with BharatCares to install 2,000 streetlights across 58 Gram Panchayats in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The initiative, part of Signify’s flagship CSR program ‘Har Gaon Roshan,’ is expected to benefit more than 2.4 lakh residents by improving safety, mobility, and the overall quality of life in underserved communities.
The formal letter of commitment for the project was exchanged between the District Administration of Ayodhya and Signify in the esteemed presence of Smt. Anandiben Patel, Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh. The initiative aligns with Signify’s global vision of creating a #BrighterLivesBetterWorld and underscores its focus on leveraging innovative lighting solutions to empower communities.
Speaking about the collaboration, Vikas Malhotra, Head of Connected Professional Business – Signify, Greater India, said, “Through the Har Gaon Roshan CSR initiative, we are committed to delivering innovation where it’s needed the most. This partnership with BharatCares and the support from the Hon’ble Governor reflect our shared vision of enabling safer, more connected rural communities. Lighting up 58 Gram Panchayats with 2,000 streetlights is not just about infrastructure—it’s about dignity, opportunity, and sustainable progress.”
Adarsh Trivedi, spokesperson for BharatCares, added, “Our collaboration with Signify is a transformative step toward upgrading rural infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh. The installation of streetlights will boost safety, enhance evening livelihoods, and support overall socio-economic growth in these villages.”
The initiative is expected to foster greater community engagement, increase evening activity, and support long-term development by reducing barriers caused by inadequate lighting. As Signify continues to scale its CSR efforts across India, this project marks a milestone in lighting up lives and supporting inclusive rural progress.
About Signify
Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers and lighting for the Internet of Things. Its energy-efficient lighting products, systems, and services enable customers to enjoy a superior quality of light and make people’s lives safer and more comfortable, businesses more productive, and cities more livable.
About BharatCares
BharatCares is a community-focused organization working to create sustainable, inclusive growth in underserved regions through initiatives spanning health, education, environment, and rural development. The organization collaborates with corporates, government, and civil society to drive impactful change.