The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) recently hosted the prestigious Social Impact Awards, in partnership with Consultivo. This national level event took place at Hotel Taj Bengal in Kolkata and it recognized outstanding contributions of organisations (corporate foundations, Corporate CSR wings, funders, Civil Society Organisations & NGOs) to social projects and sustainable development.
The event Social Impact Summit & Awards witnessed a great turnout with over 70 pan India projects in the field of CSR and sustainability participating in the awards. The event featured two technical sessions where industry experts from various fields of corporate foundations, implementation bodies, funding bodies and independent CSR consulting firms shared their insights and expertise.
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Consultivo, as the knowledge partner, played a crucial role in ensuring that the event was informative and impactful. Our expertise in the field of impact assessment of CSR projects helped to shape the technical sessions and ensure that the awards were given to deserving organisations that have made a tangible difference in society.
The first panel discussion, moderated by Mr Saikat Basu, CEO of Consultivo, focused on “Measuring Impact – The Success of CSR.” The panelists included Dr. Dipankar Saharia, Senior Director at TERI, Ms. Sujata Sen, CEO of Future Hope, Dr. Y Suresh Reddy, Director of SRF Foundation, Mr. Jagjeet Singh Kandal, Country Head of IDH, and Mr. Anurag Pratap, Director & Head CSR – Capgemini Technology. The discussion revolved around the importance of measuring the impact of CSR initiatives and how it can be done effectively.
In this forum, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Consultivo present a research report on Impact Assessment of CSR Activities by Companies in India – A Benchmarking Study
This research report is based on insights we gathered from over 180 projects and 70 organisations in the domain of CSR, social and sustainability. The data was collected from the organisations who plan to provide CSR impact assessments, which measure the net effect of an activity on a community and the well-being of individuals and families. For this research purpose, we used public domain data mostly from Annual Reports, BRSR reports, ESG reports, Sustainability Reports and many more.
Download the research report on – Benchmarking Study – CSR Activities of Indian Companies
The through research enabled in-depth analysis of overall trends, as well as generating a wide range of granular metrics. This report also highlights the high-impact areas. This will help in understanding the challenges and the key success factors among their peers—information that can be used to identify opportunities for improvements for all.
The second technical session focused on the topic “Emergence of Sustainability in CSR – a paradigm shift”, and was moderated by Dr Amit Kumar Thakur, Head CSR & Senior Fellow at TERI. The panelists included Mr. Arun Sundaresan, Co-fund manager & head of Nippon Life India Asset Management, Mr. Nixon Joseph, CEO of CLT India, Mr. Rishi Pathania, Head CSR at UPL Ltd, and Mr. Pritesh Shah, Onshore Head of HSE, CSR, Sustainability L&T Energy Hydrocarbon. The panel discussed the emerging importance of sustainability in CSR and how companies can shift their focus towards sustainable initiatives.
Attendees feedback confirmed that they gained valuable insights and knowledge on various topics related to sustainable development and impact assessment in CSR from thought leaders and industry veterans.
The event was graced by the presence of Dr Shashi Panja, Hon’ble Minister Dept of Industries Commerce & Enterprises and Development of Women and Child and Social Welfare, Govt. of West Bengal, who gave out the awards to the winners. The awards were given to companies and organizations that had made significant contributions to society through their CSR initiatives. More than 70 projects in CSR and sustainability across India participated in the awards.
Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI received the Social Impact Leadership Award of the year. In her keynote address, Dr Vibha Dhawan highlighted the importance of research and capacity building in the field of development project implementation.
Ms Rowan Ainsworth, Consul-General of Australia also addressed the event and spoke about the importance of CSR and how it can benefit society and businesses alike. She discussed certain development projects in North Eastern states of India by the Govt of Australia.
The event was supported by Consultivo as the official knowledge partner for the event. We are a management consulting firm specialising in ESG, Sustainability and have conducted independent CSR impact Assessment of 200+ projects in India.
Overall, the Indian Chamber of Commerce Social Impact Awards 2023 was a grand success, and it highlighted the growing importance of CSR and sustainability in India. The event provided a platform for companies and organizations to showcase their efforts towards creating a better society and inspired others to take up the mantle of CSR and sustainability.
About Indian Chamber of Commerce:
Founded in 1925, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is one of India’s most prestigious and forward-looking national chambers with a strong global presence. As it steps into its Centenary Year, ICC continues to influence India’s economic journey by nurturing entrepreneurship, driving policy dialogue and connecting industry with government. With 11 offices in India and 25 international representations, ICC remains a trusted institution shaping commerce, trade and regional cooperation.
ICC supports industry advancement by hosting ethically governed, independently evaluated recognition platforms that encourage excellence and responsible business practices.
Through programmes like the ICC Social Impact Awards, the Chamber promotes high-quality CSR, sustainability and social development initiatives. These industry-strengthening awards are designed to remain free from commercial bias. They enable corporates, foundations, NGOs and implementing agencies to gain credible national recognition for exemplary performance and sector leadership.
About Consultivo:
Consultivo is a leading ESG, Social and Sustainability independent advisory & research firm with over 15 years at the forefront of responsible business practices in India and across the globe. As an IFC (World Bank Group) approved independent consultant, we bring strong ethical foundations and independent third-party objectivity to every engagement. Our pro bono thought leadership and long association with industry bodies reflect the trust placed in our unbiased, knowledge-driven approach.
We hold deep competence in the Social, Community and CSR domain, backed by extensive field experience. Our portfolio includes research and evaluations across 22 states, 20+ languages, 400+ CSR projects, interactions with over 100,000 stakeholders and insights drawn from more than 5 million beneficiaries. With expertise spanning need assessments, baseline studies, impact assessments of CSR projects, SROI, monitoring and evaluation and strategic CSR planning, Consultivo continues to shape high-quality development outcomes with evidence, empathy and integrity.
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