Social Contract of Business” will examine the evolving responsibilities of enterprises in shaping an equitable and sustainable future. Beyond profits, businesses today are increasingly accountable for their role in society—ensuring fairness, transparency, inclusion, and positive community impact. This conference will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions, and development organisations to deliberate on how the social contract between business and society can be renewed in the context of India’s aspirations for 2047.
The discussions will address the intersections of corporate responsibility, innovation, governance, and social equity, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for enterprises across sectors. By fostering dialogue among diverse stakeholders, the summit aims to generate insights into how businesses can align growth with social good, balancing shareholder value with societal well-being. It offers a timely platform for reimagining business as a partner in national development and inclusive prosperity.
Speakers
Mr Sameer Kochhar
Chairman
SKOCH Group
Dr Bhasker Chatterjee
Former Secretary, Government of India
Ms Sindhu Gangadharan
MD, SAP Labs India Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP
Mr Neelkant Mishra
Chief Economist
Axis Bank; Head of Global Research (and member of the Board), Axis Capital
Events Day
Topic
Social Contract of Business
Opening Remarks: Mr Sameer Kochhar, Chairman, SKOCH Group
Dr Bhasker Chatterjee, Former Secretary, Government of India
Ms Sindhu Gangadharan, MD, SAP Labs India; Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP
Recognized for our groundbreaking technological advancements.
Mr Sharad Sharma, Co-Founder, iSPIRT Foundation
Dr Ashwani Mahajan, National Co-Convener, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch
Mr L Venkata Subramaniam, Quantum India Lead, IBM
Prof. S. Mahendra Dev, Chairman, Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM)
Ms Sindhu Gangadharan, MD, SAP Labs India; Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP
Dr Bhasker Chatterjee, Former Secretary, Government of India, Present Chairman, National Sustainability Reporting and Disclosure, Standards Committee, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Social Contract of Business