September 2025 | HARTEK Foundation donates 500 Solar Lights

Mohali, 3rd September 2025 – As floodwaters continue to ravage large parts of Punjab, leaving villages in Ajanala, Fazilka, and Ramdas cut off from electricity and basic essentials, one of the state’s homegrown organisations has stepped in with a powerful intervention.

Hartek Foundation, the CSR arm of the Hartek Group, has announced the donation of 500 solar-powered lights to households struggling in darkness after days of power outages. The distribution is being carried out in partnership with Global Sikhs, whose ground teams are already active in relief operations across the worst-affected districts.

“In a crisis like this, light is not just about visibility—it’s about dignity, safety, and reassurance,” said Ms. Harkirat Kaur, CEO, Hartek Foundation. “We want families to feel a sense of normalcy, even if the situation around them is uncertain.”

For many villagers, the solar lights are the first source of light since the floods disrupted electricity connections. Solar lights are particularly crucial for women, children, and the elderly, who face the greatest risks when night falls in flooded areas. 

Punjab has witnessed one of its worst spells of monsoon flooding in recent years, submerging crops, damaging homes, and displacing thousands. While government and civil society groups are working round the clock to provide food, medical aid, and shelter, the availability of light after sunset remains a less-discussed but pressing challenge.

By stepping in with solar solutions, Hartek Foundation is not just addressing an immediate need but also reinforcing the role of clean energy in disaster relief. In these villages, a single light can mean the difference between fear and hope.

For further information about Hartek Foundation and its initiatives, please visit www.hartekfoundation.com

About Hartek Foundation Established in 2021, Hartek Foundation was founded with a commitment to uplift underprivileged communities through impactful, sustainable initiatives. Our mission centers on bridging the gaps in access to essential resources like education, healthcare, renewable energy, and livelihood opportunities, empowering individuals and communities to achieve long-term self-sufficiency and improved quality of life. Guided by a vision of creating enduring change, Hartek Foundation takes a proactive approach to tackling the complex social issues faced by marginalized populations across India, including poverty, health disparities, environmental conservation, and youth development.

We believe that sustainable progress requires not only addressing immediate needs but also building capacity and resilience within communities. Through partnerships with development agencies, academic institutions, and local leaders, we strive to implement evidence-based interventions that address critical challenges while promoting environmental stewardship and social equity. Hartek Foundation is dedicated to fostering a better future, one that is inclusive, sustainable, and aligned with the principles of responsible development.