Shiksha Bharati, an initiative of CSR Times, Hosts National Conference on “Mission Viksit Bharat @2047” with Strong Focus on Transformative Education
New Delhi, [India], February 11: The National Conference on “Mission Viksit Bharat @2047: Through Comprehensive Socio-Economic Development”, jointly hosted by the Shiksha Bharati, an initiative of CSR Times, in association with Indian Achievers’ Forum, was successfully held on 11th February 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi. The summit brought together over 300 delegates including eminent policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders, CSR professionals, educationists, and sustainability advocates to deliberate on the role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), sustainability, and education in advancing India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat.
The event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the inaugural lamp, followed by a warm welcome speech of Shri Harish Chandra, Publisher and Group Editor – CSR TIMES and Achievers’ World. Setting the summit’s tone, he articulated the vision behind the event: “Our objective is to fortify business communities and individuals across the nation so that growth is not only economic but equitable, ethical, and empowering.”
The occasion was graced by eminent guests of honours including Shri Harsh Malhotra, Hon’ble Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways, Corporate Affairs, Government of India, Smt. Lalrinpuii, Hon’ble Minister for Social Welfare, Women and Child Development, and Health and Family Welfare, Government of Mizoram, H.E. Mrs. Anisa K. Mbega, High Commissioner of the United Republic of Tanzania to India, Dr. Manoj Garg, Retd. IAS, Hon. President – All India Business Community Foundation, Dr. Vibha Dhawan, Director General, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), and Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, Former Director General & CEO, Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
The afternoon session focused on education and its assimilation towards Viksit Bharat, positioning human capital development as the cornerstone of sustainable national progress. The afternoon inauguration was graced by Shri S. P. Singh Baghel, Minister of State of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying of India, as Chief Guest, along with distinguished Guests of Honour including Ms Ira Singhal (IAS), Dy Secretary Dept. of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL), Government of India, Shri Sunil Shastri, President – Lal Bahadur Shastri Memorial Foundation & Chief Patron – Indian Achievers’ Forum, Shri Surendra Nath Tripathi, Retd. IAS, Director General, Indian Institute of Public Administration, Ms. Shahnaz Husain, Entrepreneur – M/s Shahnaz Husain, Prof. Bejon Kumar Misra, International Consumer Policy Expert, and Dr. Somnath Singh, Deputy Director at UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI).
Highlighting the need for synergy across sectors, Shri S. P. Singh Baghel called for deeper collaboration between government institutions, industry leaders, civil society, and community stakeholders to build a resilient, self-reliant, and globally competitive India.
Building on this momentum, a compelling panel discussion on “Role of Education in Achieving Viksit Bharat Mission”, moderated by Dr. Somnath Singh (UN GCNI), featured eminent academicians and experts including Prof. Pushpanjali Jha, Delhi School of Social Work, Shri Ajay Kumar Garg, Head Digital Tech & Law, Anand & Anand, Ms Sunila Athley, Principal, Amity International School, Ms V Suprabha, Co-Founder, Consort Consultants, Shri Ravi Shankar, Hon. Secretary – Indian Achievers’ Forum, and Ms Swarnima Luthra, Principal, ASN Senior Secondary School. The discussion focused on digital transformation, policy innovation, social inclusion, and skill-based education as pillars of national development.
During the summit, prestigious Shiksha Bharati Awards were presented to distinguished schools for their exemplary contributions across several educational domains. The awards celebrated excellence in educational leadership, institutional innovation, social impact initiatives, and commitment to nation-building through knowledge dissemination and empowerment.
Concluding the event, in the vote of thanks Ms Maanisa Das, Sr Sub Editor – CSR TIMES delivered a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing sincere appreciation to all valued partners and sponsors: Co-Sponsor Tata Sons, Associate Sponsors THDC, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, State Bank of India, Canara Bank, BPCL, and Bank of India. Ms Maanisa Das also reiterated that the conversations initiated at the summit must translate into sustained action, measurable impact, and enduring partnerships.