GCCI, through its CSR Committee under the Chairmanship of Shri Apoorva Thakershy, Chairman, GCCI CSR Committee, successfully organized Vibrant PACE 1.0 – Platform for Aligning CSR Excellence on 15th July 2026, marking the launch of a year-long initiative aimed at strengthening collaboration between corporates and credible CSR implementing agencies.

Shri Sandeep Engineer, President, GCCI, shared the vision of Vibrant PACE as a structured platform to connect impactful CSR projects with corporate partners through four thematic editions, culminating in the Vibrant PACE Grand Finale in June 2027.

Shri Apoorva Thakershy, Chairman, CSR Committee, GCCI, welcomed the gathering and outlined the vision and objectives of Vibrant PACE, emphasizing its role in connecting corporates with credible NGOs and driving sustainable, impactful CSR initiatives.

Focused on Healthcare & Medical CSR, the inaugural edition featured 22 NGOs and Trusts showcasing impactful initiatives before corporate representatives. Mr. Vijay Moolani, Company Secretary, Waghbakri Group shared valuable insights on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE), highlighting governance, transparency, and compliance for NGOs, while Mr. Swadesh Saxena, CSR Head, UPL Group, emphasized strategic CSR planning, sustainable partnerships, and creating measurable social impact.

The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Shri Alpesh Parikh, Co-Chairman, GCCI CSR Committee.

GCCI looks forward to Vibrant PACE 2.0 in October 2026, focusing on Education, Skill Development, Livelihood Enhancement, Welfare of Armed Forces Veterans, and Sports Development.