Chittoor Health Projects: HCCB's SHINE Program and CMC Vellore Partnership

HCCB's Project SHINE has improved health and sanitation in Chittoor, impacting over 2 lakh people. This is a major step for community well-being.
By Newsroom | Health, Community Development |

Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), a major player in India's fast-moving consumer goods sector, has been actively implementing its 'Project SHINE' corporate social responsibility (CSR) program in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh. The initiative, launched around August 5, 2025, encompasses a multifaceted approach to community well-being, including health camps, infrastructure upgrades, sanitation projects, women's skill development, and waste management.

HCCB's 'Project SHINE' efforts detailed in August 2025 reports highlight the establishment of health camps across several villages, such as Chowdepalle, Santhipuram, and Thavanampalle. Beyond camps, the company reported upgrading five Public Health Centres (PHCs) with modern equipment and constructing new toilet facilities at the Chowdepalle and Palasamudram PHCs. The program aims to impact over 2 lakh individuals statewide, focusing on health, education, livelihoods, sanitation, and sustainability. A stated emphasis is placed on improving public healthcare infrastructure and access to safe drinking water.

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Health Minister Shri Satya Kumar Yadav of the Andhra Pradesh Government has been present at the inauguration of these HCCB initiatives. Media reports from August 5, 2025, and an adjusted date of August 8, 2025, confirm his participation in events marking the commencement of these CSR activities.

Separately, and with a later publication date of December 23, 2025, the Chittoor District administration announced a partnership with CMC Vellore. This collaboration is specifically geared towards bolstering urban healthcare delivery, involving discussions around mobile medical units.

Another significant health event occurred on October 11, 2025, with a large medical camp organized at PVKN Government Degree College in Chittoor. This endeavor, coordinated by Elim Medcon, saw participation from multiple private hospital groups, including Medicover, Aster, and Rainbow Hospitals, alongside diagnostic services. The camp aimed to provide expert medical care across various specialties to underserved communities and fostered collaborations between healthcare providers and public institutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages' Project SHINE in Chittoor?
Project SHINE, started around August 5, 2025, is HCCB's CSR program in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. It includes health camps, building toilets, and improving health centers to help over 2 lakh people.
Q: What health improvements did Project SHINE bring to Chittoor?
The project upgraded five Public Health Centres with new equipment and built toilets at Chowdepalle and Palasamudram PHCs. Health camps were also held in villages like Chowdepalle and Santhipuram.
Q: Who attended the launch of HCCB's health initiatives in Chittoor?
The Health Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Satya Kumar Yadav, was present at the inauguration events for HCCB's CSR activities in August 2025.
Q: What other health partnership was announced for Chittoor?
On December 23, 2025, the Chittoor District administration announced a partnership with CMC Vellore to improve urban healthcare, including discussions about mobile medical units.
Q: Was there a large medical camp in Chittoor recently?
Yes, on October 11, 2025, a big medical camp was held at PVKN Government Degree College in Chittoor, with many hospitals like Medicover and Aster participating to offer expert medical care.