Bengaluru: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has once again proved that its idea of “full service” goes far beyond cars and customers. Under its 36th iCARE (I, Community Action to Reach Everyone) initiative, the company concluded a large-scale employee volunteer drive that transformed the ageing library of a government school in Bengaluru into a vibrant, student-friendly learning space—just in time for International Education Month.
Held at the Government High School in Kengeri Upanagara, the initiative saw enthusiastic participation from over 590 iCARE volunteers, including TKM employees, their families, school faculty and students. The result was not just a renovated library, but a complete makeover that would make even a bookstore café feel slightly insecure.
Recognising that libraries are often the first gateway to imagination, curiosity and lifelong learning, the iCARE team rolled up their sleeves and got to work. The once-forgotten library was repainted, decorated with colourful murals, fitted with new racks, tables and chairs, and stocked with fresh books. Volunteers also reorganised and catalogued the existing collection, ensuring that students could actually find what they were looking for—without needing a treasure map.
Adding an innovative twist to traditional learning, the volunteers also created 300 educational cards covering Science and Social Science topics. These cards are designed to make learning more interactive and fun, helping students improve memory, deepen understanding and build confidence. In short, flashcards met teamwork, and learning won.
The initiative aligns with Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s broader CSR vision and supports the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which highlights the importance of libraries in building foundational literacy, encouraging multilingual learning and fostering a culture of lifelong education.
Commenting on the initiative, Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Project Senior Vice President and Head – State Affairs, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota, we believe education thrives when curiosity is nurtured and learning spaces inspire young minds. Through the 36th iCARE initiative, Toyota is promoting a culture of focus on education and reading with enthusiasm among students, instilling confidence towards lifelong learning.”
Since its inception in 2017, the iCARE program has positively impacted over 68,800 students and community members across regions around TKM’s operations. Through consistent collaboration with local institutions, Toyota continues to drive sustainable social impact across its six core CSR pillars—Education, Health & Hygiene, Environment, Skill Development, Road Safety and Disaster Management.
And while Toyota is known globally for reliability on the road, in Kengeri Upanagara it has quietly earned another reputation: making sure the next generation has reliable access to knowledge too. Because sometimes, the most powerful engine for the future is not under a bonnet—it’s inside a library.
