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The idea of CSR, as has been rightly alluded to, is deeply rooted in the principle of trusteeship, a concept most eloquently articulated by Mahatma Gandhi. It is a principle that views institutions not merely as economic entities, but as custodians of societal resources.
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Let me begin candidly. As someone who has spent a significant part of my career in the public sector, I am aware of the perceptions that often accompany institutions and individuals like us. In gatherings such as these, largely comprising private sector leaders, there is a certain preconceived view of the public sector boards and their functioning.
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India presents a striking paradox. We are home to nearly eighteen percent of the world's population, yet we possess only four percent of its groundwater resources. Over the years, we have extracted this resource with remarkable efficiency, but at a cost.
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In my work with EKI Energy, our engagement has spanned advisory, training, investments, and environmental commodities, with a particular focus on enabling organisations to deploy CSR capital in a manner that is both impactful and sustainable.
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Boards today are no longer debating whether sustainability drives value-they are deciding how fast they can operationalize it. We now operate in a world where resource risks, climate disruptions, and ESG expectations intersect directly with business competitiveness.
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By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Hon'ble Justice Mrs. Sunita Agarwal
Feb 05, 2026
It is my absolute privilege to address this first-ever National Convention on Leadership and Business Excellence, in this vibrant commercial hub - GIFT City, in Gujarat, marking thirty-five years of sustained contribution of the Institute of Directors (IOD) to Corporate Governance in India.
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It gives me great pleasure to address this distinguished gathering. Institute of Directors (IOD) has consistently championed excellence in ethics, leadership and corporate governance, and today's deliberations will reflect that enduring commitment.
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It is a privilege to address this distinguished gathering on National Leadership and Business Excellence, organised by the Institute of Directors, an institution that has, for decades, played a pivotal role in strengthening the quality of Corporate Leadership and Governance in India.
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Access to global markets, capital, talent and technology can undoubtedly accelerate growth. Yet it also demands governance systems capable of matching that operational ambition. Opportunity without institutional readiness invariably carries risk.
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I am reminded that leadership is ultimately an act of service and an opportunity to shape the destiny of millions through the clarity of vision, courage of purpose, and empathy for every citizen. India is at a remarkable turning point.
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