The Environment Social Governance (ESG) Summit took place on 28th March 2023, in New Delhi, hosted by Prakruti Environment Research & Protection Centre. The summit had over 700 delegates from various spheres of life, including experts, lawmakers, and enthusiasts.
The summit aimed to promote environmental conservation and sustainability. Chief Guest Shri Parshottam Rupala ji, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India inaugurated the summit. Mrs. Locket Chatterjee, Member of Parliament, Hooghly, Bengal, Shri Dipsinh Rathod, Member of Parliament, Sabarkantha, Gujarat, Shri Krishna Vidhyarthi Sahu Maharaj, Mahant, Shri Valmiki Ashram, Delhi, Padma Shri Dr. Anuradha Paudwal, and Mrs. Srimathi Shivashankar, Corporate Vice President, HCL Technologies graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.
The summit promoted and generated awareness about ‘एकपेड़ देशके नाम’- One Tree for Nation, the nationwide campaign by Paryawaran Savrakshan Gatividhi. The objective was to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on various aspects of environmental conservation and sustainability.
The summit highlighted global initiatives accelerated to combat climate change, and Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE), an international mass movement towards mindful and deliberate utilization instead of mindless and destructive consumption to protect and preserve the environment, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
The Keynote Speakers featured a diverse group of experts, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders who offered their insights and solutions to critical environmental issues. They discussed best practices, trends, and innovations in ESG to overcome the challenges associated with implementing ESG strategies.
Additionally, the summit marked the launch of “Khadisutra” authored by Mr. Nachiiket Joshi, an informative book on Khadi, highlighting the importance of sustainable fashion and inspired by honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji.
The conference also provided an opportunity for networking and collaboration among attendees. Participants were able to connect with like-minded professionals, which can help to advance ESG initiatives.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Nachiket Joshi, Founder & Chairman of Khaddargram International Pvt. Ltd. said, “It was inspiring to see so many leaders come together to discuss the importance of ESG and share their experiences and knowledge about initiatives in India under the leadership of our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji.”
Mr. Praveen Maru, Chairman, Prakruti Environment Research & Protection Centre said, “We believe that the success of the summit has highlighted the growing importance of ESG in India today. We are committed to continuing our efforts to promote sustainability and ESG best practices in India.”
JD Institute of Fashion Technology, India’s fastest-growing learning school, appeared as the Event Partner for the annual flagship forum ESG India Summit 2023. Talking about the event, Mrs. Rupal Dalal, Managing Director JD Institute of Fashion Technology said, “Over the last 35 years, JD Institute of Fashion Technology has been dedicated to cultivating new talents, and our students are educated in the significance of sustainable fashion, art, and design while also being encouraged to be innovative and daring in their creativity. Moreover, our founding members have consistently prioritized contributing to society and creating a better and more sustainable future. Therefore, our values align perfectly with the key agenda of the ESG India Summit, and we are proud to be associated with the forum as its Event Partner.”
Mrs. Rupal Dalai further adds, “We are glad to meet the outstanding panel of thought leaders, sharing their perspective on ESG policy evolution, challenges, business models, and opportunities. We were also excited to see the students and audiences’ active participation in this event that proved to be an enriching and informative experience.”
The summit was a grand success, and the participants learned a lot from each other’s experiences and knowledge. The initiative will go a long way in promoting ESG best practices in India, and JD Institute of Fashion Technology’s association as an Event Partner was, without a doubt, a big boost to the summit’s success.
