The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued a clarification confirming that companies can use Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to establish makeshift hospitals and temporary COVID-19 care facilities. This activity is considered eligible under the Companies Act, 2013, relating to healthcare promotion and disaster management. Companies undertaking these initiatives should consult with state governments and adhere to relevant CSR rules and guidelines.
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs hasclarified that spending of CSR funds for setting up makeshift hospitals and temporary COVID Care facilities is an eligible CSR activity under item nos. (i) and (xii) of Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013 relating to the promotion of health care, including pr
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FAQ :
Yes, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has clarified that spending CSR funds for setting up makeshift hospitals and temporary COVID Care facilities is an eligible CSR activity.
These activities are eligible under item nos. (i) and (xii) of Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, which relate to the promotion of health care and disaster management, respectively.
Yes, in General Circular No. 10/2020 dated 23.03.2020, the MCA had previously clarified that spending CSR funds for COVID-19 related activities is eligible.
Companies may undertake these activities in consultation with State Governments and must ensure they fulfill the requirements of the Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014, and other relevant CSR circulars.