Panel Discussion: Building Inclusive and Diverse Communities – Role of CSR in Advancing Equality
- Greentech Foundation
- Jun 23
- 2 min read














11th Greentech CSR India Summit 2025
📅 14th June 2025 |
📍 Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport, New Delhi
This empowering panel discussion focused on how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can become a driving force for building inclusive, equitable, and diverse communities. As India progresses economically, CSR must play a catalytic role in ensuring that no section of society is left behind.
The session highlighted how skill development, education, social equity, and livelihood enhancement programs can bridge systemic gaps and promote inclusive growth across gender, caste, ability, and geography.
Moderator:
🔹 #RunaPathak – Lead – CSR, #JubilantFoodWorksLtdWith a strong grounding in grassroots impact and corporate CSR implementation, Runa Pathak effectively guided the discussion on actionable strategies and the evolving role of companies in advancing social inclusion.
👥 Panellists:
🔹 #ArindamLahiri – Chief Executive Officer, #AutomotiveSkillsDevelopmentCouncilMr. Lahiri emphasized the role of industry-led skilling initiatives to empower youth from underserved communities, ensuring long-term employability and social upliftment.
🔹 #DrYusufAliSolanki – General Manager – HR, #EmamiPaperMillsLtdDr. Solanki shared insights into HR-driven CSR models that promote diversity and inclusion within both the workplace and surrounding communities through literacy, health, and hygiene campaigns.
🔹 #VedprakashSharma – Chief Executive Officer, #BABLEFoundationMr. Sharma spoke about community-based livelihood generation programs, especially for rural women and marginalized groups, focusing on creating dignified opportunities and financial independence.
🌍 Discussion Highlights:
CSR as a tool for promoting equality and empowerment
The importance of inclusive skilling and education models
Strengthening gender, caste, and economic diversity through CSR
Partnerships between corporates, NGOs, and government agencies for scalable change
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