Coca-Cola India Private Limited has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Invest UP, Government of Uttar Pradesh, to advance joint efforts in environmental sustainability, community development, and access to safe hydration solutions across the state. The MoU was exchanged in the presence of Vijay Kiran Anand, Chief Executive Officer, Invest UP; Anand Kumar Pandey, AGM Coordination, OSD and CSR Nodal, Invest UP; Vivek Ladhani, Executive Director, SLMG Beverages Pvt Ltd; Siddharth Ladhani, Director, SLMG Beverages Pvt Ltd; along with representatives from Coca-Cola India.
The partnership outlines a collaborative approach to implementing practical, on-ground interventions aimed at improving quality of life in local communities. Key focus areas include the development of water access infrastructure, strengthening waste collection and recycling systems, and creating skill development and livelihood opportunities. Special emphasis will be placed on high-footfall tourism locations, where these initiatives are expected to enhance both environmental infrastructure and visitor experience.
Through this collaboration, the partners aim to build scalable and sustainable solutions that encourage community participation and deliver long-term impact. The initiative is designed to align infrastructure development with environmental priorities while supporting inclusive growth across the region.
Vijay Kiran Anand, CEO, Invest UP, highlighted the importance of such collaborations in driving integrated development. He noted that partnerships between government and industry can play a critical role in combining environmental responsibility with infrastructure expansion, while addressing community needs in a structured and impactful manner.
Devyani RL Rana, Vice President – Public Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability for Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia, emphasized the company’s focus on community-led progress. She stated that Coca-Cola India remains committed to working closely with the Government of Uttar Pradesh to strengthen water stewardship, improve waste management practices, and support livelihood generation, contributing to long-term value creation for communities.
Uttar Pradesh, one of India’s most populous states, continues to be a priority market for initiatives aimed at sustainable development and social impact. This agreement reflects a shared intent to implement solutions that are both locally relevant and scalable across regions.
With this MoU, Coca-Cola India reinforces its commitment to partnering with state governments and local stakeholders to drive meaningful progress in environmental stewardship and community well-being through structured and collaborative efforts. Coca-Cola India offers a diverse range of beverages including soft drinks, fruit juices, hydration drinks, tea, coffee, and dairy-based products. Its portfolio includes popular names like Coca-Cola, Thums Up, Sprite, Maaza, Fanta, Limca, Minute Maid, Kinley, Smartwater, and Costa Coffee.
Through a network of nearly 5 million retail outlets and partnerships with bottling companies, Coca-Cola reaches consumers nationwide. Alongside commercial goals, the company continues to invest in initiatives focused on water conservation, sustainable agriculture, waste reduction, and lowering emissions. Globally, Coca-Cola and its partners employ over 700,000 people, contributing to economic growth in various communities.
