Governance & Leadership

Our Commitment to Good Governance

AarogyaShree Foundation is committed to the highest standards of integrity, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in all its activities. As a Section 8 Company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, the Foundation operates exclusively for charitable and public benefit purposes.

We believe that effective governance is essential for achieving sustainable social impact, maintaining stakeholder trust, and ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.

Governance Framework

The Foundation is governed by its Board of Directors, which serves as the highest decision-making and oversight body of the organization.

The Board provides strategic direction, policy oversight, financial supervision, and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governance standards.

Key responsibilities of the Board include:

• Defining organizational vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

• Approving major policies and governance frameworks.

• Monitoring financial performance and accountability.

• Ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance.

• Overseeing risk management and internal controls.

• Safeguarding organizational assets and reputation.

• Promoting ethical conduct and conflict-of-interest management.

Leadership Structure

The day-to-day operations of the Foundation are led by the Managing Director and authorized leadership team under the supervision of the Board of Directors.

The leadership team is responsible for:

• Program implementation.

• Project management.

• Financial administration.

• Stakeholder engagement.

• Research and innovation initiatives.

• Strategic partnerships and collaborations.

• Monitoring and evaluation of organizational activities.

Operational decisions are undertaken within the authority delegated by the Board.

Independence and Accountability

The Foundation maintains clear separation between governance oversight and operational management.

All Directors and office bearers are expected to act in the best interests of the organization and the communities it serves.

The Foundation promotes:

• Ethical decision-making.

• Transparency in operations.

• Responsible financial management.

• Compliance with applicable laws.

• Protection of beneficiary interests.

• Prevention of conflicts of interest.

Policies and Governance Standards

To strengthen institutional accountability, AarogyaShree Foundation adopts and periodically reviews governance policies, including:

• Board Charter

• Code of Conduct

• Conflict of Interest Policy

• Whistleblower Policy

• Anti-Fraud Policy

• Child Protection Policy

• Safeguarding Policy

• Information Security Policy

These policies establish standards for ethical conduct, transparency, accountability, safeguarding, and organizational risk management.

Transparency and Public Disclosure

The Foundation is committed to public transparency and voluntarily publishes key organizational information through its Transparency section, including:

• Registration details

• Legal status disclosures

• Annual reports

• Financial statements

• Audit reports

• Governance policies

• Compliance disclosures

This commitment supports informed engagement by donors, beneficiaries, partners, regulators, and the public.

Advisory Support

The Foundation may engage subject matter experts, researchers, healthcare professionals, legal advisors, academic institutions, and strategic partners to strengthen program quality and organizational effectiveness.

Such advisory participation supports informed decision-making while governance authority remains vested in the Board of Directors.

Continuous Improvement

AarogyaShree Foundation recognizes governance as an evolving process. The organization regularly reviews its governance practices, internal controls, compliance mechanisms, and leadership processes to strengthen institutional effectiveness and public trust.

The Foundation remains committed to responsible governance in pursuit of its mission to advance health, education, research, innovation, and community development across India.

Governance Snapshot

Legal Form: Section 8 Company

Incorporation Date: 27 April 2026

CIN: U86200BR2026NPL084558

Jurisdiction: India

Registered Office: Makhdumpur, Jehanabad, Bihar

Governed By: Board of Directors

Operational Head: Managing Director

NGO DARPAN ID: BR/2026/1074617