~ Benches crafted from repurposed Fortune packages underscore AWL’s commitment to recycling and urban sustainability ~
Ahmedabad, 23rd April 2025 – AWL Agri Business Limited (formerly Adani Wilmar Limited), one of India’s leading Food & FMCG companies and the makers of the household brand Fortune Edible Oils & Foods, has donated 100 benches made entirely from repurposed Fortune packaging to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Installed across various municipal parks and gardens in Ahmedabad, the initiative marks the occasion of World Earth Day.
The event was graced by Ms. Prathibha Jain, Hon’ble Mayor of Ahmedabad; Deputy Mayor Mr. Jatin Kumar Patel and BJP MLA Mr. Amit Shah. From AWL, Mr. Angshu Mallick, Managing Director & CEO, along with other senior officials, was present to commemorate the occasion.
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Angshu Mallick, MD & CEO, AWL Agri Business Ltd. said:
“At AWL Agri Business, sustainability isn’t just a commitment—it’s embedded in everything we do. This initiative reflects our dual focus: managing waste responsibly and creating lasting value for the community. By transforming Fortune packaging waste into functional public benches, we aim to set a strong example for circular economy practices in India. We are proud to be a plastic-neutral company, collecting 100% of the plastic we introduce into the market through our product packaging. With these benches, we’ve taken it a step further—repurposing that very plastic into something meaningful and enduring for the people of Ahmedabad.”
Marking 25 years of trust and nourishment, Fortune takes a heartfelt step toward giving back—through an initiative that turns everyday packaging into lasting community impact. Each of the 100 benches, with a three-seater capacity, reflects AWL’s innovative approach to recycling—turning everyday packaging into durable, functional urban seating. The initiative supports AWL’s broader environmental goals of reducing waste, promoting recycling, and fostering green public spaces.
About AWL Agri Business Ltd:
AWL Agri Business Ltd. (formerly Adani Wilmar Limited) is one of India’s largest Food & FMCG companies, offering a diverse portfolio of essential kitchen staples, including edible oils, wheat flour, rice, pulses, and sugar. Its flagship brand, Fortune, commands trust of more than 123 million households, reaching to every 1 in 3 Indian families. With 24 manufacturing facilities across 11 states, including India’s largest single-location refinery in Mundra (5,000 tons per day capacity), AWL ensures seamless production and distribution. Its extensive supply chain, supported by 97 stock points, over 10,000 distributors and sub-distributors, along with a retail network of 2.1 million outlets, guarantees widespread accessibility across urban and rural India.
Beyond serving retail consumers, AWL also caters the HoReCa and institutional sectors, with staple food products, specialized bakery and Lauric fats, Castor Oil derivatives, Oleochemicals, and value-added Soya products. Its advanced castor oil facilities produce pharmaceutical-grade, and low-moisture castor oil, catering to global markets. Additionally, AWL has expanded into the Home & Personal Care (HPC) segment, offering soaps, handwashes, and multipurpose cleaners, further strengthening its product offerings.