The Conference provides a national platform for CSR dialogue and collaboration

NCCSR 2025 aims to Showcase Innovative CSR Models for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth

The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) will host the2nd National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2025)on6–7 October 2025 in New Delhi. The theme of the conference is “Leveraging CSR Excellence for Tribal Development.” The event is organised by IICA through its School of Business Environment,in collaboration with theMinistry of Corporate Affairs, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Ministry of DoNER, and Department of Public Enterprises.

The event will be graced by senior dignitaries, including the Union Minister of State, Ministry of Corporate Affairs and Ministry of Road Transport and Highways; Union Minister of State, Ministry of Tribal Affairs; Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region; Secretary, Department of Public Enterprises; Secretary, Ministry of Tribal Affairs; Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Director General & CEO IICA; UN Resident Coordinator for India and other eminent experts. The conference is organised under the patronage of Shri Gyaneshwar Kumar Singh, DG & CEO, IICA, and under the directorship of Dr. Garima Dadhich, Head, School of Business Environment, IICA.

The conference is rooted in the observance of IICA CSR Day on 2 October, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals of trusteeship and responsible business. This tradition continues to uphold Gandhian values while providing a national platform for dialogue, recognition, and collaboration in advancing India’s CSR agenda.

NCCSR 2025 aims to foster synergies between government initiatives, corporate strategies, and indigenous knowledge to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth, showcasing innovative CSR models that can be scaled nationwide.

NCCSR 2025 will feature six High Level expert panel discussions, a live Social Innovation Lab, a tribal cultural showcase, and a dedicated exhibition of 30–35 stalls. A National Compendium on CSR Best Practices will also be released, recognising exemplary projects driving social impact. Leading organisations, including TRIFED, HCL Foundation, UNICEF, IOCL, GAIL, SPARK MINDA, Partners In Change, AMRITA Vishwa Vidyapeetham and others, are actively participating to showcase pioneering CSR initiatives.

By joining NCCSR 2025, delegates will not only contribute to shaping national CSR priorities but also gain the opportunity to showcase transformative work, build cross-sectoral partnerships, and help chart a roadmap for tribal-centred, inclusive growth. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a powerful movement advancing India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047.

NCCSR 2025 promotes CSR initiatives for tribal development, showcasing scalable models and national cross-sector partnerships. IICA will host NCCSR 2025 on 6-7 October 2025 in New Delhi to align government policy and corporate CSR programming for tribal development, featuring expert panels, a Social Innovation Lab, a tribal cultural showcase, an exhibition of 30-35 stalls, and the release of a National Compendium on CSR Best Practices to recognise and disseminate scalable models.