Apart from this successful business practices, Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani has established numerous philanthropic and charitable activities for himself. Most of these philanthropic and social responsibility activities go unnoticed as unlike other companies and businessmen, Dr. Mahtani hardly promotes or highlights his contributions in the media. Recently, an article was released at the Daily Mail in which the top graduating student from the ZIALE thanked Dr. Rajan Mahtani for his significant contribution to the educational society.
The award was launched in the year 2012 by Finance Bank Zambia whose chairman is Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani. This award was launched for honouring memory and legacy of late Steven Mwaba Malama, who does in the year 2012. Steven Malama was a notable legal architect of Zambia and was esteemed member of the bar. Steven Malama has been described as distinguished law professional, Bar luminary and role model for many in the legal society. He was also a good friend of Dr. Rajan Mahtani and to honour his contributions to the society, this award was established. The award is presented to the top graduating student from ZIALE (Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education). ZIALE is one of the top law colleges in Zambia and the award goes to students qualifying for Bar admission in their first attempt.
Emmanuel Bwalya Kaluba won the award for the year 2018-19. To share his gratitude, an article was penned down by Emmanuel which thanked Dr. Rajan Mahtani for his significant contribution to the legal students. Apart from the prestigious award which in itself is a distinguished achievement, the winning student will also receive a certificate, a plaque as well as an award money worth K15,000. The award has been established as a long-term opportunity for students and is presented at the yearly Gala Dinner for LAZ. Despite the various difficulties and challenges, Dr. Rajan Mahtani continues to work for the development and betterment of the Zambian society and its people.