Shree Cement Limited has been honoured with the CSR Times Award 2026 in the Rural & Infrastructure Development category, recognising the company’s commitment to creating sustainable social impact and improving the quality of life in communities through impactful CSR initiatives.
The Gold Award, along with a Commendation Card, was received on behalf of Shree Cement by Mr. Vishal Bhardwaj, Head – CSR, Shree Cement Limited, at the 13th National CSR & ESG Summit 2026, held at Le Méridien, New Delhi.
The award was presented by H.E. Ms. Sena Latif, Ambassador of the Republic of Romania to India, and Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, Former Director General & CEO, Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs and Jury Chairman, CSR Times & Bharat ESG Awards.
Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director, Shree Cement Limited, said “This recognition is a reflection of Shree Cement’s enduring commitment to responsible growth. We believe that the true measure of progress lies not only in the strength of the infrastructure we help build, but also in the positive impact we create in the lives of people and communities. Guided by this philosophy, we will continue to invest in initiatives that foster inclusive development, resilience and sustainable progress for generations to come.”
Organised under the theme “Role of Responsible Businesses for Inclusive Bharat,” the summit brought together policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders, CSR practitioners and sustainability experts to deliberate on the role of responsible businesses in advancing inclusive and sustainable development. The event was graced by Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Union Minister for Culture & Tourism, along with other eminent dignitaries.
The recognition reflects Shree Cement’s continued focus on creating meaningful and lasting impact through initiatives aimed at empowering communities and supporting inclusive development. The company remains committed to strengthening its community-focused interventions and contributing towards the broader vision of an Viksit Bharat.
