Kerala stands at a pivotal moment of opportunity—offering a thriving ecosystem for socially transformative initiatives backed by strong governance, high literacy, and a future-oriented development vision. To bring India’s leading CSR decision-makers into this mission, FUEL, in collaboration with the Honourable Governor of Kerala’s Office and curated by Brainalytics, is convening an exclusive Roundtable Conference for CSR Leaders Across India.
The forum is designed to identify CSR leaders who are interested in creating measurable, sustainable impact within Kerala through high-value partnerships aligned with the state’s development priorities. The Roundtable seeks to deepen understanding, spark collaboration, and build a strong CSR ecosystem
dedicated to Kerala’s holistic growth.
Why Kerala?
Kerala stands out as one of India’s most impact-ready states—an inspiring model for scalable, sustainable social development. Its unparalleled strengths make it a prime destination for visionary CSR
Investments:
Exceptional human development outcomes that enable rapid, measurable progress
Strong government commitment to fostering high-value, high-trust CSR collaborations
Communities deeply receptive to initiatives in education, skill-building, and healthcare
A transparent, partnership-driven governance framework that empowers organisations to execute with confidence
This Roundtable offers CSR leaders a unique opportunity to engage with a state that is not only ready for transformation but actively enabling it. For organisations seeking to build next-generation impact projects with long-term significance, Kerala provides the ideal ecosystem to create change at scale.
Intended Impact
This Roundtable aims to
Build a strong coalition of CSR leaders interested in investing in Kerala
Inspire high-impact ideas and create structured collaboration pathways
Facilitate actionable frameworks for education upliftment, skill empowerment, and health improvement
Develop a forward-looking roadmap for CSR-driven development across the state
Who Should Attend?
CSR Heads & Directors
Foundations & Philanthropic Institutions
Corporate Impact Leaders
Organisations looking to expand their CSR footprint in Kerala
Why Kerala?
By connecting visionary CSR leaders with Kerala’s development ecosystem, the conference seeks to catalyse transformative partnerships that uplift communities, accelerate inclusive growth, and shape Kerala’s future through strategic, sustainable CSR action.
Chief guest
Conference Highlights
- Strategic Insight Sharing
Focused discussions on Education, Skill Development, and Healthcare—the three core pillars for Kerala’s future socioeconomic advancement.
2. Opportunity Mapping
Showcase of state-wide development opportunities where CSR can create measurable, outcome-driven impact.
3. Alignment with Government Priorities
Direct engagement on how CSR funds can integrate with Kerala’s policy goals for scalable and replicable models.
4. Recognition of Excellence
Presentation of Awards for the Best CSR Projects Across India, celebrating innovation, execution excellence, and real-world community outcomes.
5. High-Level Dialogues
Two expert-led panel discussions featuring national CSR leaders, culminating in:
.Governor’s Address,
.Special Recognitions for Exemplary Initiatives.
Agenda
| Time (IST) | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Guest Arrival & Registration Welcome reception and registration of invited CSR leaders |
| 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Keynote Address Address by Dr. Ketan Deshpande, Chairman & CEO, FUEL – Vision for CSR-driven, scalable social impact |
| 10:45 AM – 12:00 AM | Roundtable Discussion (25 CSR Leaders) Sharing best practices, Keralaʼs priority areas for CSR, partnership opportunities, and open Q&A with leadership |
| 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM |
Governorʼs Address (Post-Roundtable)
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| 12:30 PM – 01:00 PM | Governor’s Address (Post-Roundtable) Address by Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Hon’ble Governor of Kerala – Reflections on deliberations, Kerala’s development vision, and the role of CSR in state-led impact initiatives |
| 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Networking Lunch & Strategic Engagements One-on-one discussions with the Governor’s Office and FUEL leadership; exchange of ideas on project implementation and collaboration pathways |