200+ Volunteers at Girgaum Chowpatty
Cleaner Coasts for Mumbai: Casio India’s “Recycle Responsibly”
Initiative with Change Is Us Collects Over 1250 Kgs of Waste with
200+ Volunteers at Girgaum Chowpatty
Mumbai, November 7, 2025: In a powerful step towards fostering environmental
consciousness and community action, Casio India Co. Pvt. Ltd., a trusted global leader in
innovative watches, calculators, musical instruments and label printers, joined hands with
SHEOWS, Allied Waste Solutions, Onika Social Welfare Foundation and Change Is
Us, to host the ‘Recycle Responsibly’ Mega Beach Clean-Up Drive on 7th November,
2025 at Girgaum Chowpatty, Mumbai.
The large-scale initiative witnessed the participation of over 200 volunteers, including the
leadership team from Casio India, Allied Waste Solutions, and volunteers from Change Is Us.
Together, they successfully collected over 1,250 kilograms of plastic and non-
biodegradable waste, reinforcing a strong message on the importance of recycling and
sustainable waste management.
This endeavour is stemmed from a vision to create long-term ecological impact through
corporate responsibility, youth leadership, and sustainable community action. The
‘Recycle Responsibly’ initiative served as a call to action for citizens to minimize waste and
adopt mindful recycling habits, perfectly aligned with Casio’s global commitment to
sustainability and the campaign’s mission to reduce, reuse, recycle waste and restore
India’s natural ecosystems.
Mr. Akira Watanabe, Director, Casio India Co. Pvt. Ltd., said: “At Casio, sustainability
is not just a concept, it’s a responsibility we uphold globally. This Beach Clean-Up Drive in
Mumbai is a reminder that even small actions can make a big difference. Through our
Recycle Responsibly campaign, we aim to inspire people to care for their surroundings and
take part in creating a cleaner, greener future. Seeing our teams and volunteers work side-by-
side was a truly inspiring experience.”
Mr. Gurmeet Singh, Legal Head, Casio India Co. Pvt. Ltd., said: “Our beaches are not
just scenic destinations; they are living ecosystems that deserve our protection and respect.
The Beach Clean-Up Drive in Mumbai is a step toward reminding people that small, collective
actions can create lasting change. Under our Recycle Responsibly campaign, we are
committed to fostering awareness, accountability, and a culture of sustainability that extends
far beyond a single event.”
Mr. Nitesh Tiwari, Director & Co-founder, Allied Waste Solutions Pvt. Ltd., stated:
“Partnerships like this reinforce our mission to make sustainability a shared effort. Working
alongside Casio India allows us to turn environmental awareness into meaningful on-ground
action.”
Mr. Shubbh Mehta, Co-Founder, Change Is Us, added: “Collaborating with Casio
reinforces our belief that change is most powerful when driven collectively. The ‘Recycle
Responsibly’ initiative at Girgaum Chowpatty goes beyond just cleaning, it’s about inspiring
people to take accountability for the environment and make sustainable practices a part of
their everyday lives.”
Through this collaboration, Casio India aims to continue spreading awareness around waste
management, recycling, and environmental protection. The initiative stands as a testament to
how corporate partnerships and youth action can work hand-in-hand to create lasting social and
ecological impact.
Event Details
Event Name: Recycle Responsibly – Beach Clean-Up Drive
Date: Friday, 7th November 2025
Venue: Girgaum Chowpatty Beach, Mumbai
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Participants: 200+ volunteers
Waste Collected: 1,250+ kilograms
About Casio
Casio India Co. Pvt. Ltd. is a trusted leader in watches, calculators, musical instruments and
label printers. Guided by “Creativity and Contribution,” Casio India blends Japanese tech with
Indian insights to enhance everyday life. Casio Computer Co., Ltd. (founded 1946 in Tokyo by
Tadao Kashio) pioneered the calculator era with the first compact all-electric calculator (1957).
Key innovations include the Casiotron (1974), G-Shock (1983), and QV-10 (1995). Today, Casio
is known for durable, affordable, and advanced products. In India, it champions innovation,
precision, and sustainability, supporting environmental and educational CSR initiatives.
For enquiries or to schedule E-Waste pick-up, and to “Recycle Responsibly”, please contact
+91-120-699-3119.
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