The Heartfelt CSR Activity at Karunashraya Hospice

The Unforgettable Journey to Karunashraya

On a bright December morning, the entire team of Neolotex’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) team was abuzz with a collective sense of purpose. As we made our way to the serene premises of Karunashraya, there was an unspoken excitement about the day ahead. Remarkably, it wasn’t a traditional business acquisition or the launch of a new service. It was, rather, a humbling mission to give back to society.

Upon arriving at 9 a.m., Mr. Shyam, a dedicated representative of Karunashraya, stood ready to guide us through the facility. This sanctuary, birthed from the joint efforts of the Indian Cancer Society (Karnataka Chapter) and Rotary Bangalore Indiranagar, serves as a beacon of hope, offering palliative care to cancer patients at a terminal stage, all at no cost.

Mr. Shyam’s narrative on the impact of Karunashraya’s endeavours was deeply stirring. He not only delineated the predicaments faced by the patients but also underscored the design intricacies of the hospice, which had garnered international accolades.

Our Collective Action

As part of our CSR endeavour, we rolled up our sleeves and dove into a series of activities. Cleaning the terrace and tending to the garden quickly turned into a collaborative dance, each movement orchestrated by our shared willingness to assist.

Then came the intimate task of making cotton balls. Crafting these small spheres of tenderness, which would soothe the wounds of warriors battling cancer, we realized that we were not simply volunteering – we were connecting to the essence of our humanity.

The Resonance of Music

Post toil, the air was ripe for celebration. Led by Mr. Liju Thomas and Sachin, melodies in Hindi and Malayalam cascaded through the compound. As song after song unfurled, the gathering transformed. Other Neolotex talents lent their voices, prompting excitement that buoyed the spirits of everyone present, transcending the walls of the hospice. Patients, staff, and volunteers alike converged on an impromptu stage of joy.

Music eventually gave way to dance. With Mr. Niketh helming the DJ booth, a tapestry of rhythms invited motions of freedom and lightness — a poignant reminder of life’s undiscriminated zeal. Nurses, counselors, and the visiting team from Neolotex merged in dance, an expression of solidarity and shared humanity.

A Gesture of Gratitude and an Unspoken Revelation

The zenith of the event was marked by Neolotex’s munificent donation, a financial contribution to honor and support the hospice’s invaluable work. As the day waned, the significance of our roles reversed. While we ventured to give, we departed enriched, our perspectives indelibly altered by those who make every day count, regardless of life’s looming adversities.

As the CoE team regrouped for a reflective lunch before our departure, the real lesson of the day became transparent. Sometimes, it is not about how much we have, but the depth of our compassion and the resolve to celebrate life amidst adversities — a lesson taught by those who cherish every moment on life’s precipice.

Neolotex’s visit to Karunashraya Hospice may have been planned as a CSR activity, but it transcended into a profound journey of discovery, revealing the unparalleled strength and serenity of the human spirit. As we journeyed back, we carried with us more than memories — we held within us an inspired purpose to elevate our notion of corporate responsibility to one that genuinely touches lives.

In Retrospect

The integral lesson from this CSR activity, undeniably, was the revelation of how to cherish simplicity in the midst of life’s complexities. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Karunashraya for not only being the recipient of Neolotex’s CSR initiative but for also being the messenger of life’s most vital teachings.

For corporate entities who envision a more compassionate, connected world, Neolotex’s endeavor at Karunashraya amplifies a clear message: corporate social responsibility transcends the boundaries of philanthropy—it nurtures the very roots of our shared humanity.