Ram Bandhu is a leading FMCG brand with a legacy of excellence, and Madhuri Dixit is the brand ambassador. It specialises in a wide range of high-quality spices, pickles, papads, and ready-to-eat snacks. With a strong presence across India and a reputation for authenticity, the brand has become a household name, trusted by millions for its consistent quality. Rooted in rich Indian traditions, Ram Bandhu brings the true essence of Indian flavours to every meal, offering products that are not only flavorful but also convenient to enhance the culinary experience for families across the country.

• Hunger & Household Waste– The contrast between ever-present need and excess waste is prominent in the food consumption patterns in India. Millions of people suffer from hunger and malnutrition, whereas approximately 40% of produced food is wasted in India every year, with the leading contributor being the waste generated at household levels.

• Increase in Food Wastage During Festivities– During major events like festivities and celebrations, food becomes an integral part, leading to higher demand for consumption and unnoticed wastefulness.

• Lack of Awareness of the Issue & Solutions- The issue of food wastage is known; however, many people never realise its extent. Even after realising, people struggle to make changes as they seem daunting. 

In this campaign, five key drivers were utilised to create awareness for the cause of stopping food wastage:

• Relatable Narrative: The campaign’s core was a short film featuring a typical Indian household. Through the innocent perspective of children, the story juxtaposes the unnoticed wastage of food in homes with the struggles of underprivileged people.
• Strong Emotional Hook: Leveraging the innocence of children brought to screen by child actors and the renowned Marathi actor Chinmay Udgirkar, the film connected emotionally with audiences, encouraging introspection about their habits.
• Digital-First Approach: The short film was promoted across social media platforms, using targeted marketing to reach tech-savvy and socially conscious audiences to maximise reach and engagement.adapting keywords seasonally. This strategic approach ensures that we stay aligned with the latest trends, optimizing the content for relevant keywords to maintain a strong online presencee
• Practical Takeaways: The campaign extended beyond awareness, offering simple and actionable tips to minimise food wastage at the household level and inspiring audiences to make meaningful changes in their daily lives through small, mindful actions.
• Collaboration with RHA: Partnering with Robin Hood Army, a well-respected organisation addressing food insecurity, lent credibility and an actionable dimension to the campaign. This partnership highlighted the brand’s commitment to reducing food wastage and inspired audiences to donate excess food and be mindful of their actions.

• Short Film Creation:
• Developed a compelling narrative with relatable, emotional scripts, a thoughtful theme that concerns everyone, and professional actors who brought their characters to life, increasing the message’s resonance.
• Ensured the utilisation of quality editing to increase the movie’s watch time and share and increase its impact. 
• A collaboration with Robin Hood Army wherein they used their resources and network to further promote the key message of the campaign and the initiative itself. 
• A collaboration with Robin Hood Army, a known entity for organising surplus food drives, provides credibility to the brand’s initiative and an actionable tip for the audience to reduce food waste during large-scale events.

• Social Media Amplification:
• Leveraged social media as the primary platform for content promotion.
• Created diverse content formats, including reels, static posts, and stories to maximise engagement.

• Interactive Contest:
• Hosted a contest encouraging participants to share their ideas on reducing food wastage.
• Incorporated user-generated content to amplify community involvement.

• Public Engagement: VOX POP
• Reached out to individuals to gather and showcase authentic opinions on food wastage.
• Shared these relatable insights across social media to foster connection and engagement.

• Community Sharing:
• Distributed the short film in various Facebook groups to expand the reach and ensure the campaign’s message resonated with a wider audience.