Godrej Foundation Signs MoU with Government of Maharashtra to Strengthen Human Resource Systems

Mumbai, October 23, 2026: The Godrej Foundation, an independent philanthropic trust, signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with the General Administration Department (GAD) - Government of Maharashtra, and Samagra Development Foundation, launching a two-year partnership to support comprehensive human resource reforms across the state government.
The initiative aims to improve key HR processes across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and deployment to retirement. It will also support better use of technology and data to enhance efficiency and decision-making within government departments.
Under the partnership, the Government of Maharashtra will provide strategic direction and institutional leadership for the reforms. Godrej Foundation will act as the philanthropic and strategic partner, providing support to enable implementation, while Samagra, a non-profit organisation focused on governance and public sector reform, will serve as the implementation partner, driving day-to-day execution, process improvements, technology facilitation, and knowledge creation.
Commenting on the signing of MoU, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis said, “We are delighted to partner with Godrej Foundation and Samagra on this important initiative. The Government of Maharashtra remains committed to driving administrative reforms that enhance efficiency, transparency, and public service delivery. This partnership is a significant step towards building stronger, technology-enabled HR systems that support better workforce planning, informed decision-making, and streamlined processes across government. Together, we aim to strengthen institutional capacity and create a more responsive and effective public administration for the people of Maharashtra."
Pirojsha Godrej, Chairperson, Godrej Industries Group added, "Meaningful change happens when government, industry, and civil society come together with a common purpose. Our partnership with the Government of Maharashtra is a testament to the power of collective action in addressing some of the state's most important priorities. At Godrej, we remain committed to supporting initiatives that create opportunities, improve lives, and contribute to a more resilient and prosperous Maharashtra for generations to come."
The partnership will focus on key areas including governance process re-engineering, HR technology integration, workforce analytics and reporting, capacity building, and the documentation of learnings to inform similar reforms across India.
Omar Momin, Chief Executive Officer, Godrej Foundation, said: "Strong public institutions are critical to delivering meaningful outcomes for citizens. Through this partnership, we are committed to supporting Maharashtra's efforts to build modern, efficient, and data-driven human resource systems that can strengthen governance and public service delivery."
The initiative reflects a shared commitment to strengthening state capacity and enabling more effective governance through systemic reforms and institutional collaboration.