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Unlocking impact for a
better tomorrow

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About Us

Redington Foundation, a CSR Initiative by Redington Group, drives meaningful change across communities and unlock impact through grassroot engagement. Each initiative aims to improve lives of people, bringing holistic upliftment amongst rural, underserved and economically weaker communities across the country.


Our CSR initiatives focus on unlocking access and equal opportunity for everyone through education, healthcare, skill development programs, spreading digital literacy, and championing for green planet through sustainable practices. We have partnered with a network of NGOs to effectively work on bringing long-term, sustainable change for a better tomorrow.


Each initiative takes us a step closer to uplifting rural and economically underserved population. We are committed to right for education for every child, healthcare facilities for rural population well-being, creating facilities that empower students, and equip youth with skills creating livelihood opportunities. Our mission is to keep sustainability at the forefront and together create a healthier, greener planet.


At Redington Foundation, we do this with empathy, urgency, and purpose.


Our Journey

Founded in 2015, Redington Foundation’s CSR journey has created a positive ripple effect across societies and unlocked impact on lives of many. Our journey continues to be purpose-led with focus on skill development, education initiatives, better healthcare and hygiene facilities, and sustainable programs for greener environment. Together, this journey has been empowering and meaningful, making a difference in lives of people.


Key milestones

2015

Launched smart learning centers and Redington Sahyog Scholarship to empower education for students from underserved background.

2020

Shifted to a funding-led model and expanded CSR outreach across multiple states. Launched Project KARUNA in response to COVID-19.

2021

Partnered with 20+ NGOs and introduced key projects for sustainable environment, supply chain, education tech, and WASH initiatives for schools.

2023

Adopted impactful key programs like Skill to employ and educate to empower. Piloted “COLTE” in logistics upskilling and project AWARE for adolescent welfare.



Our Management

Guided by purpose, vision, and strategy, our management leads the way in shaping meaningful and lasting change.

VS Hariharan

Managing Director and Group CEO

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SV Krishnan

Finance Director

Mr. Krishnan brings a wealth of experience in financial management and strategy. He has a deep understanding of financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and compliance. Since joining Redington Limited, Mr. Krishnan has played a key role in the Company’s growth. During his tenure as head of finance at Redington, he was involved in the Company’s equity raising process including the listing in India during the year 2007.

R Venkatesh

Global Chief Sustainability Officer

With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, Venkatesh brings extensive experience in developing and executing successful business strategies. He has a proven track record of driving revenue growth, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Known for his ability to build high-performing teams, Venkatesh is committed to creating a culture of excellence and empowering his team to achieve their full potential.

Professor J. Ramachandran

Chairman & Non-Executive Director

Professor J. Ramachandran is Chairman of Redington Limited and a distinguished scholar of strategic management. Since 2006, he has guided Redington’s transformation from a founder-managed company to a board-led institution, shaping its governance philosophy and strategic direction. Under his leadership, Redington has successfully navigated technology shifts, regulatory changes, and market dynamics while staying true to its founding principles. His tenure has seen significant global expansion, strengthened market position, and a ten-fold revenue growth (to USD 10 billion/INR 89,000 crores), with market capitalization surging over twentyfold (to USD 2 billion/INR 18,000 crores). Today, Redington is the world’s seventh-largest technology distribution company.

B.Ramaratnam

Independent Director

Mr. Ramaratnam graduated from the University of Mumbai. He is a Chartered Accountant. His first professional stint was with PricewaterhouseCoopers at Chennai after which he joined AF Ferguson & Co and Deloitte Haskins & Sells where he was an Audit Partner till March 2015. During the course of his illustious career, Mr. Ramaratnam has serviced national and multinational clients from diverse sectors such as manufacturing, trading, software, timeshare, real estate, financial services, pharma, engineering, construction, services etc. He is also an Independent Director at Cholamandalam Financial Holdings Limited.

Our Trustees

Our work reflects our trustee’s unwavering commitment to steer the foundation towards an unified vision with accountability, foresight, and empathy.

Mr.-B.-Arunachalam
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Mr. B. Arunachalam
Chartered Accountant

A Chartered Accountant by profession, Arunachalam started his career with Fraser and Ross, before moving to other leading companies like Ashok Leyland and PT Kewalram, Malaysia. His wide knowledge and experience encompasses treasury, financial accounting and banking. He served as Corporate Advisor for Redington Limited until September 2015.

Purnima-Rao
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Dr. Purnima Rao
Entrepreneur

A PhD holder from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Dr Purnima is an entrepreneur. She runs a consultancy called Perform Solutions, which offers various training programmes in soft skills and HR consultancy to corporate organisations, including conglomerates like Rane, Parry, HP and GMR Group. She is also a master practitioner in NLP techniques.

Mr.-B.-Arunachalam
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Ms. Seetha Dhruva
Author for Foundation for CSR @ Redington

A development professional with over 20 years of experience, Seetha started her career in curriculum development. She has worked extensively as a consultant for private business services. Her social sector experience spans working with people with disabilities and community development programmes.

Our Team

We are a team of passionate individuals, dedicated to bridging our vision with meaningful, measurable change.

Hemant Lohiya

Hemant Lohiya

CSR Head

Manikandan

Manikandan

Project Head

Udhya Prakash

Udhya Prakash

Project Manager

Ramya Ravi

Ramya Ravi

Project Manager

Perumal

Perumal

Assistant Manager – Commercial

Bharath Pelluru

Bharath Pelluru

Assistant Manager ( Finance & Accounts )

Our Partners

What makes our journey truly special is the relentless support from our partners who collaborate to create an impact that matters.

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