Coca-Cola India, Invest UP Partner to Boost Sustainability and Community Development in UP
Lucknow: Coca-Cola India Pvt Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Invest UP to advance community development and environmental sustainability across Uttar Pradesh.
The MoU was exchanged in the presence of Vijay Kiran Anand, CEO, Invest UP, along with Vivek Ladhani, Executive Director at SLMG Beverages Pvt Ltd, Siddharth Ladhani, Director at SLMG Beverages Pvt Ltd and Coca-Cola India team representatives.
The collaboration will focus on key areas including water access infrastructure, improved waste collection and recycling systems, and skill development initiatives to support local livelihoods. Special emphasis will be placed on high-footfall tourism destinations, aiming to enhance environmental infrastructure while improving visitor experience. The partnership is designed to deliver scalable, community-led solutions with long-term impact.
Speaking on the occasion, Vijay Kiran Anand said the collaboration reflects Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to integrating sustainability with infrastructure development by leveraging private sector expertise.
Devyani RL Rana, Vice President – Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia, said that the company looks forward to working closely with the state to strengthen water stewardship, improve waste systems, and support livelihoods through community-driven initiatives.
This partnership reinforces Coca-Cola India’s continued focus on Uttar Pradesh as a key state for advancing environmental responsibility and inclusive development through collaborative CSR efforts. Coca Cola a leading beverage company in India, offers a diverse portfolio across hydration, sparkling, juice, dairy, and nutrition segments, supported by a vast retail network nationwide.
