Infosys in Mysore

Approach: Community Integration and Infrastructure Development

• Local Engagement: Infosys invested in local infrastructure, including the construction of residential facilities and schools in Mysore, where their new campus was set up.
• Social Impact: They focused on improving local amenities and creating employment opportunities for residents, ensuring a positive socio-economic impact.

Recent Example: Infosys’s campus in Mysore, operational since 2002, led to substantial development in the area, including improved local infrastructure and services.

2. Vedanta Resources in Odisha

Approach: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Focus

• CSR Initiatives: Vedanta concentrated on philanthropic efforts, such as healthcare programs, education, and sustainable development projects in the nearby communities of their mining operations.
• Community Relations: They faced criticism for inadequate local consultation and displacement issues, impacting their relationship with the community.

Recent Example: Vedanta’s Lanjigarh refinery faced local protests in 2013 due to land acquisition issues and perceived lack of sufficient community engagement.

Conclusion: Infosys prioritized integrated development and local infrastructure, while Vedanta focused on CSR projects but faced challenges related to displacement and community consultation.