The Doing Good for Bharat Awards acknowledged and promoted outstanding contributions made by civic, corporate and government entities towards the betterment of society and the environment.
18.10.2024 - 13:06:40CSRBOX Announces the Doing Good for Bharat Awards, Dedicated to Changemakers Shaping India's Future
Doing Good for Bharat Awards 2024, represented a visionary effort aimed at honouring outstanding contributions in the realms of community, climate, and conservation. It recognised the impact professionals, businesses, organisations, and government entities actively promoting social and environmental development, fostering transformative impacts all across Bharat (India).
The award ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Hon'ble Padma Shri Savji Dholakia, Founder and Chairman, Hare Krishna Exports & Dholakia Foundation; Hon'ble Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao, Health Minister, Government of Karnataka and Shri (Dr) Raj Bhushan Choudhary Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of State-Jal Shakti, Government of India.
Presented by CSRBOX, the objective of these awards is to acknowledge and promote outstanding contributions made by various entities towards the betterment of society and the environment. It also aims to encourage innovative solutions that effectively address environmental and social issues, emphasising thorough research and replicability to ensure these solutions can be widely adopted.
The award categories are spread across three key areas including organisations/corporates, policymakers and civil servants, and civil society organisations and think tanks, alongside academia to cover a wide range of social impact portfolios.
With Grant Thornton LLP, Sattva Consulting, Indian School of Development Management, SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and IORA Ecological Solutions as the Primary Screening Partners, the Doing Good for Bharat Awards, ensured fair and thorough evaluation of all applications, ensuring that only the most impactful and innovative initiatives were recognized for their meaningful contributions to society and the environment. This rigorous screening process helped maintain transparency and integrity, highlighting projects that truly embody the spirit of positive change across India.
Here is the detailed list of all the award categories and winners:
The award ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Hon'ble Padma Shri Savji Dholakia, Founder and Chairman, Hare Krishna Exports & Dholakia Foundation; Hon'ble Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao, Health Minister, Government of Karnataka and Shri (Dr) Raj Bhushan Choudhary Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of State-Jal Shakti, Government of India.
Presented by CSRBOX, the objective of these awards is to acknowledge and promote outstanding contributions made by various entities towards the betterment of society and the environment. It also aims to encourage innovative solutions that effectively address environmental and social issues, emphasising thorough research and replicability to ensure these solutions can be widely adopted.
The award categories are spread across three key areas including organisations/corporates, policymakers and civil servants, and civil society organisations and think tanks, alongside academia to cover a wide range of social impact portfolios.
With Grant Thornton LLP, Sattva Consulting, Indian School of Development Management, SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and IORA Ecological Solutions as the Primary Screening Partners, the Doing Good for Bharat Awards, ensured fair and thorough evaluation of all applications, ensuring that only the most impactful and innovative initiatives were recognized for their meaningful contributions to society and the environment. This rigorous screening process helped maintain transparency and integrity, highlighting projects that truly embody the spirit of positive change across India.
Here is the detailed list of all the award categories and winners:
| Category | Subcategory | Winner |
| Doing Good Through Business; Environmental Stewardship through CSR/ Business Intervention/ESG and Sustainability | Doing Good for the Planet | Hyundai Motor India Limited |
| Doing Good for Jal (Water) | Hindustan Unilever Limited | |
| Doing Good for Jungle (Forest, Biodiversity, and Conservation) | UPL Limited | |
| Doing Good Through Business; Social Responsibility | Doing Good for Education | SBI Life Insurance Company Limited |
| Doing Good for Healthcare | Sanofi India Limited | |
| Doing Good for Women and Inclusion | HDFC Bank Limited | |
| Doing Good for Rural Development | Rite Water Solutions India Private Limited | |
| Workforce for Good (EVP) | Genpact India Private Limited (GIPL) | |
| Doing Good for Employability, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood | Capgemini Technology Services India Limited | |
| Doing Good through Innovation (Start-up/Social Enterprise) | Doing Good Through Innovation (Planet) | WeVOIS Labs Private Limited |
| Doing Good through Gyan (The Power of Knowledge) | Doing Good for Planet Through Academia | Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) University |
| Philanthropy for Impact | Doing Good Philanthropy for Impact |
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| Doing Good through Governance and Public Services | Education |
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In addition, Padma Shri Savji Dholakia Ji was honoured with the 'Doing Good for Better Bharat Award' for his outstanding contributions to improving lives and protecting the environment. His relentless commitment to societal progress and sustainability has set a remarkable example for future generations.
The Doing Good for Bharat Awards 2024 is more than just a recognition – it's a celebration of the people and ideas making a real difference in communities across India. By honouring those who are driving positive change for society and the environment, these awards inspire all of us to think bigger and act bolder. Moving forward, they remind us that together, everyone can create a more just, sustainable, and hopeful future for a Better Bharat.
The India CSR & ESG Summit is Asia’s largest CSR and Sustainability Forum built to connect and celebrate organisations, businesses, individuals, government officials and community leaders, who show exceptional dedication and impact towards a common goal of social and environmental development.
For more information on The India CSR & ESG Summit 2024, please visit www.indiacsrsummit.in.
For more information on Doing Good for Bharat Awards, please visit indiacsrsummit.in/about_awards.
The Doing Good for Bharat Awards 2024 is more than just a recognition – it's a celebration of the people and ideas making a real difference in communities across India. By honouring those who are driving positive change for society and the environment, these awards inspire all of us to think bigger and act bolder. Moving forward, they remind us that together, everyone can create a more just, sustainable, and hopeful future for a Better Bharat.
The India CSR & ESG Summit is Asia’s largest CSR and Sustainability Forum built to connect and celebrate organisations, businesses, individuals, government officials and community leaders, who show exceptional dedication and impact towards a common goal of social and environmental development.
For more information on The India CSR & ESG Summit 2024, please visit www.indiacsrsummit.in.
For more information on Doing Good for Bharat Awards, please visit indiacsrsummit.in/about_awards.
About the India CSR and ESG Summit
Curated by CSRBOX and NGOBOX, the India CSR Summit and ESG Forum is Asia's largest CSR and Sustainability Forum, which brings together leaders from across the social impact spectrum to explore and discuss the evolving landscape of corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability and social impact. The three-day event features insightful panel discussions, informative keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and engaging networking opportunities, making it a must-attend event for anyone interested in CSR and sustainability space. The Summit was graced by 3000+ sector visionaries, thought leaders, professionals and change-makers committed to shaping the future of the Indian impact ecosystem through CSR, sustainability, and social impact. Learn more about India CSR & ESG Summit - https://indiacsrsummit.in/index.php?p=home.
About CSRBOX
For the past decade, CSRBOX has served as a prominent figure in India, fostering collaboration between businesses and the delivery of social impact. CSRBOX collaborates with companies and CSR foundations to design, implement, and assess effective CSR programs. Its three primary verticals—Impact Advisory, Platform, and Programs—comprise a comprehensive approach to corporate social responsibility. Since 2014, CSRBOX has empowered over 350 companies, aiding them in achieving enhanced Social Return on Investment (SROI) through their CSR initiatives and partnerships with governmental entities. A notable example of their impactful work is evident in the implementation of a driver behaviour change program on road safety. Funded through CSR initiatives and integrated into the government system, this program, designed and executed by CSRBOX, ensures that every 18th driving licence issued in India via RTOs includes mandatory participation in the safety initiative, thereby contributing to the creation of safer roads.
Curated by CSRBOX and NGOBOX, the India CSR Summit and ESG Forum is Asia's largest CSR and Sustainability Forum, which brings together leaders from across the social impact spectrum to explore and discuss the evolving landscape of corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability and social impact. The three-day event features insightful panel discussions, informative keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and engaging networking opportunities, making it a must-attend event for anyone interested in CSR and sustainability space. The Summit was graced by 3000+ sector visionaries, thought leaders, professionals and change-makers committed to shaping the future of the Indian impact ecosystem through CSR, sustainability, and social impact. Learn more about India CSR & ESG Summit - https://indiacsrsummit.in/index.php?p=home.
About CSRBOX
For the past decade, CSRBOX has served as a prominent figure in India, fostering collaboration between businesses and the delivery of social impact. CSRBOX collaborates with companies and CSR foundations to design, implement, and assess effective CSR programs. Its three primary verticals—Impact Advisory, Platform, and Programs—comprise a comprehensive approach to corporate social responsibility. Since 2014, CSRBOX has empowered over 350 companies, aiding them in achieving enhanced Social Return on Investment (SROI) through their CSR initiatives and partnerships with governmental entities. A notable example of their impactful work is evident in the implementation of a driver behaviour change program on road safety. Funded through CSR initiatives and integrated into the government system, this program, designed and executed by CSRBOX, ensures that every 18th driving licence issued in India via RTOs includes mandatory participation in the safety initiative, thereby contributing to the creation of safer roads.
