07/05/2026
A milestone partnership takes shape!
On 05 May 2026, IRMA, "Tribhuvan" Sahkari University (TSU), and Suzuki R&D Center India Private Limited (SRDI) signed a Strategic Project Agreement to drive sustainable energy and community empowerment in Gujarat.
As India marches toward the vision of and a net-zero economy, and as Maruti Suzuki advances its 2050 carbon neutrality strategy, this collaboration focuses on the grassroots impact of upcoming Biogas plants in Gujarat supported by Suzuki, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), and Dairy Cooperatives across Gujarat.
IRMA, TSU is proud to lead the Social Impact Assessment, drive the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Gender Mainstreaming and Empowerment, and act as the core Knowledge Partner for this initiative. Together, we will ensure that the transition to green energy (biogas) and circular economy practices directly empower local communities and women.
A heartfelt thanks to the leaders who made this possible. Special gratitude to Mr. Kenichiro Toyofuku, Director, Sustainability, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.; and Dr. J M Vyas, Vice Chancellor, TSU, whose foundational guidance and encouragement shaped this agreement.
We also extend our deep appreciation to the leaders present at the signing: Prof. Saswata Biswas, Director, IRMA and Dean - School of Cooperative Management, TSU; and Mr. Kenjiro Matsumoto, VP-Business Development, SRDI, for spearheading this initiative.
Kudos to the dedicated project teams who will be driving this forward on the ground, which includes Prof. Anand Venkatesh, Prof. Preeti Priya, and Prof. Shivam Kushwaha from IRMA, and Mr. Milan Sanghvi, Mr. Shalin Khatri, Mr. Priyank Mehta, and Ms. Tanuja Das from SRDI.
Here is to building climate-resilient infrastructure and fostering sustainable, inclusive growth!