who we are
Enriching lives & empowering livelihoods since 1988
"True satisfaction give back, comes from selfless service to the needy.
Dr. Desh Bandhu Gupta
founder, Lupin Limited & LHWRF
For over three decades, the Lupin Human Welfare & Research Foundation (LHWRF) has worked alongside rural communities to address the foundations of wellbeing — health, income, and dignity. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Desh Bandhu Gupta as the CSR entity of Lupin Limited, the Foundation believes that lasting national progress begins when families are healthy, economically secure, and empowered to shape their own futures.
Vision
LHWRF integrates health solutions for immediate well-being and long-term disease reduction, while our livelihood program in Rajasthan and Maharashtra provides sustainable solutions, acknowledging the vital link between community health and economic empowerment.
mission
LHWRF envisions the symbiotic enhancement of health outcomes and livelihoods, recognising the pivotal role of health in fostering economic empowerment within vulnerable rural communities, thereby fortifying both individual well-being and the resilience of the healthcare system
The Foundation through the decades
1988
The Lupin Human Welfare & Research Foundation was established by Dr. Desh Bandhu Gupta with a focus on addressing rural poverty.
1990s
The beginning of livelihood programs to empower rural communities. In 1990, the Lupin Gram Vikas Panchayats is introduced.
2000s
Expansion of initiatives in agriculture, animal husbandry and community institutions. In 2008, a key convergence project with NABARD was initiated.
2010s
Increased formalisation and scope of projects - such as the Change India Program. In 2017, a collaboration with global partners - BCI, GIZ, Bayer, Atlas Copco took place.
Scale & Impact
LHWRF works across multiple states, reaching millions of
families through our health and livelihood programs.
8 States
5,431 villages
2.02 million families
192,677 individuals
Our Programmes
Lives
Desh Bandhu Jan Aarogya Sewa
We improve rural health through early detection, community-led awareness, trained frontline workers, and accessible care for chronic diseases. This builds long-term health security for vulnerable families across India.
Livelihoods
Desh Bandhu Jan Utkarsh Pariyojana.
We work with farmers, women, youth, and tribal communities to strengthen income stability through climate-resilient agriculture, water security, collectives, skills, and sustainable enterprise development.
Towards Sustainable Development
LHWRF’s work contributes towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We positively impact the following SDGs.
People behind The Foundation
Our work is driven by a multidisciplinary team combining grassroots experience, technical expertise, and long-term commitment to rural communities.
Trustees
Manju D.Gupta
chairperson (non-executive),
lupin limited
Vinita Gupta
CEO,
Lupin Limited
Nilesh D. Gupta
Managing Director,
Lupin Limited
Sunil Makharia
Executive Director,
Zyma Properties Private Limited
Executive committee members
Sunil Makharia
Tushara Shankar
core team
Tushara Shankar
Head – Corporate Social Responsibility, Lupin Limited & LHWRF
Tushara is responsible for shaping, guiding, and scaling CSR initiatives to ensure long-term, sustainable impact across health, livelihoods, and community development. She has worked across corporates, NGOs, government bodies, and UN-led programs. Her work spans multiple states and in the areas of water initiatives, women’s empowerment, and the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). She has held leadership positions at Reckitt Benckiser, United Breweries, Godfrey Phillips, Catalyst Management Services, ORBIS International, Usha Martin, and Praxis.
Madhura Kulkarni
Manager – Finance & Accounts
Madhura has rich experience in finance, accounting, compliance and managing relationships with external agencies like auditors and bankers. She has worked across manufacturing, automotive, and social development sectors.
Yogesh Raut
HEAD - LIVELIHOODS
Yogesh’s work focuses on building sustainable income opportunities for underserved communities. His expertise spans Natural Resource Management, agriculture-based livelihoods, skill development, and program design.
Mitali Sarkar
Senior Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Mitali has experience across manufacturing, services, education, and development sectors. She oversees the Foundation’s various teams and contractors across the country.
Nachiket Sule
Head – Lives (Healthcare program)
Nachiket brings rich experience in public health program implementation, evaluation, research, and data systems management. His areas of interest include mental health, nutrition, and respiratory health.
Venkatesh Shete
Head – Worksite Programs
Venkatesh oversees the Foundation’s Worksite Centre programs, as well as monitoring and evaluation of its development programs. His expertise spans natural resource development, agriculture, animal husbandry, agro-horticulture, health and nutrition.
Anil Gupta
Senior Manager – Rajasthan State Head
Anil oversees program implementation in Rajasthan, bringing experience in natural resource development, watershed programs, business development, and stakeholder coordination.
Asif Alam Mazumder
Manager – Communications
Asif oversees the Foundation’s digital and offline outreach, content development, public relations, and brand communications. He comes with rich experience in the social development sector.