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The Uttarakhand CSR Dialogue 2026 : A Report

July 13, 2026

On 10th July 2026, the Government of Uttarakhand convened a landmark CSR Dialogue at the Chief Minister’s Camp Office in Dehradun. The event brought together leading corporate houses, CSR partners, and social organizations to deliberate on the role of industry in shaping the state’s development journey. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami addressed the assembly, emphasizing that transparency, good governance, and collaborative spirit have made Uttarakhand an investor‑friendly state. He urged corporate groups to become active partners in the state’s growth, highlighting that CSR initiatives in Devbhoomi carry not only social impact but also cultural and spiritual significance. The dialogue featured participation from major industrial players including ONGC, ITC, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, Panasonic, Anchor, Finolex, Infosys, HUL, L&T Foundation, Aditya

High Commissioner Jacqueline Mukangira Participates in the 4th Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference.

June 30, 2026

Ms. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda to India, participated in the 4th Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for the Central Gujarat held in Vadodara from 29–30 June 2026. Rwanda participated in the conference as a Country Partner alongside Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Japan and Ukraine. In her address during the inaugural session, the High Commissioner expressed her sincere appreciation to the Government of Gujarat for inviting Rwanda to participate as a Country Partner. She also congratulated the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, on becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister, recognising his leadership in promoting India’s global standing and his valued role in strengthening India-Rwanda relations. In addition, Ms Mukangira highlighted the strong strategic partnership

IATO Launches “Swachh Paryatan Abhiyaan” at Qutub Minar to Promote Cleanliness, Responsible Tourism, and Heritage Conservation

May 30, 2026

New Delhi, May 30, 2026: The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), reaffirming its commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism, successfully launched the first phase of its nationwide “Swachh Paryatan Abhiyaan – Cleanliness Awareness Drive” at the iconic Qutub Minar in New Delhi on May 30, 2026. The initiative brought together IATO members, tourism professionals, students, local stakeholders, and tourism enthusiasts with a shared objective of creating awareness about maintaining cleanliness at monuments and tourist destinations, promoting civic responsibility, encouraging respectful behavior towards tourists, and preserving India’s rich heritage and cultural values. The campaign highlighted the importance of safeguarding India’s cultural and historical assets through collective action and responsible visitor behavior. Participants actively engaged in awareness activities and pledged their

M3M Foundation, in Collaboration with Jaipuri Banno, Unveils “Ada-E-Hind” at Times Lifestyle Week 2026

May 18, 2026

Gurugram | 18 May 2026: In a powerful confluence of heritage, craftsmanship and social impact, M3M Foundation, in collaboration with Jaipuri Banno, unveiled its much-awaited couture showcase, “Ada-E-Hind”, at Times Lifestyle Week 2026 held at Grand Hyatt, Gurgaon. Presented under the thematic concept Threads of India: Woven Stories, Shared Soul, the showcase celebrated India’s timeless textile traditions while creating a national platform for grassroots artisans and emerging designers from rural communities. Following the success of Dream Weavers 1.0 at Times Lifestyle Week 2024, M3M Foundation once again returned to the runway to amplify hidden talent and bring India’s craft heritage to the forefront. Last year’s initiative introduced six young rural designers to the world of fashion. This year, the Foundation

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

May 12, 2026

New Delhi, May 13, 2026 – The third edition of the Dr. BML Munjal Social Impact Awards 2025–26 spotlighted ordinary Indians doing extraordinary work, shifting the focus from celebrity to purpose-driven impact. Hosted by Hero Future Energies, in association with the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation (RKMF), the awards ceremony was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, honouring changemakers who have demonstrated strong local leadership while scaling grassroots innovations and building cross-sector collaborations. The awards reflect a growing recognition that India’s development challenges are best addressed through community-led solutions and sustained institutional support. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lal Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the awards are rooted in his enduring belief that business

Rwandans and friends of Rwanda mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda

April 8, 2026

On 7 April 2026, the High Commission of Rwanda in India, in partnership with the United Nations in India, organised Kwibuka32 event, marking the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with morning and evening sessions. The commemoration activities began with a morning exhibition attended by around 450 students and educators from high schools across New Delhi and nearby areas. Through their artworks, students depicted the horrors of the genocide while spreading messages of peace, love, and unity. Speaking at the exhibition, Mrs. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed her sincere appreciation to UN India for its collaboration during commemoration activities. She further

NotesAndSargam and CSR TIMES Host Melodious Third Edition of INSTRUMELODIES

February 8, 2026

New Delhi, February 7, 2026 – NotesAndSargam, in association with CSR TIMES, successfully presented the third consecutive edition of Instrumelodies, a live instrumental music event that drew around 200 music enthusiasts. The evening featured captivating performances by predominantly amateur instrumentalists, weaving a vibrant mosaic of folk and film melodies from India’s diverse regions and beyond. Organised in the Lajpat Bhawan Auditorium, the program commenced at 6:00 PM with registration, a welcome address, and the ceremonial lighting of the inaugural lamp by dignitaries. Artists showcased an array of instruments—including flute, harmonica, accordion, saxophone, beatbox, and percussion—rendering regional gems such as Rajasthani “Kesariya Balam,” Punjabi “Latthe di chaadar,” Kashmiri “Hukus Bukus,” and Bengali “Boli O Nonodi,” alongside hits like “Rang Barse” and

Building an Inclusive Agri-Future: PepsiCo India’s Voices of Harvest 2025 Honors Farmers and Industry Innovators

November 24, 2025

From Left to Right- Mr Jagrut Kotecha, CEO, PepsiCo India & South Asia, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare of India, Ms Pavitra Singh VP and People Leader, PepsiCo India and South Asia and Mr Harish Chandra, Managing Editor, CSR Times. PepsiCo India reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to India’s farming community with the second edition of the Voices of Harvest Awards 2025, held on 18 November 2025 in New Delhi. Celebrating innovation, sustainability, and community leadership, the event recognized farmers whose work reflects the future of Indian agriculture. Rooted in PepsiCo India’s Partnership of Progress philosophy, the initiative underscored how meaningful change emerges when farmers, corporations, NGOs, and policymakers collaborate to address real agricultural challenges. This

13th National CSR Summit & CSR Awards 2025 Successfully Concludes in New Delhi

November 24, 2025

Theme: Empowering Young Changemakers – CSR for Social Innovation & Sustainable Development The 13th National CSR Summit 2025, organized by Shikhar Organisation for Social Development in partnership with the UN Global Compact Network India, and supported by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, concluded with inspiring discussions and powerful insights from CSR leaders, industry experts, and social impact professionals. The summit emphasized India’s evolving CSR landscape, youth-led innovation, and the role of businesses in accelerating sustainable development. The summit commenced with a distinguished inaugural Session featuring Prof. (Dr.) R. K. Suri, Director, Centre for Innovation, Jamia Millia Islamia, Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, IAS (Retd.), Former DG & CEO, IICA & Senior Advisor, Deloitte India, Armstrong Pame, IAS, Joint Secretary, Department

Global Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health Attracts 200+ Participants UN GCNI Champions Vision for Safer and Healthier Workplaces in India

April 17, 2025

New Delhi, April 5, 2025 – Over 200 participants from across India and abroad came together for an intensive six-hour virtual Global Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health (OSH): Risks and Strategies, jointly organized by the UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI), PHDCCI, Indo-German Focal Point (IGFP), and CTAG/NLUD. The symposium served as a collaborative platform to explore practical strategies, cutting-edge innovations, and regulatory frameworks for building safer, healthier, and more inclusive workplaces across sectors. Dr. Somnath Singh, Deputy Director, UN GCNI, emphasized the intrinsic link between OSH and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), urging all stakeholders to embed safety and well-being at the core of business, governance, and policy frameworks. He called for a rights-based, inclusive approach that