Frequently Asked Questions

One Purpos India Forum, also known as OPIF, is a national convergence platform hosted by CSRBOX, India's leading purpose economy organisation and impact firm. The Forum builds on the 12-year journey of the India CSR & ESG Summit and brings together leaders, organisations, institutions and changemakers working across CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy, public policy, social impact and the broader purpose economy.

One Purpos is India's leading platform for the purpose economy, operating under the CSRBOX Group. It brings together sectoral opportunities, perspectives, knowledge, insights and ecosystem connections across CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy, social impact and purpose-led business — positioned as India's operating system for the purpose economy.

The Purpose Economy refers to the growing ecosystem of organisations, leaders, capital, ideas and institutions using business, philanthropy, innovation and collective action to create measurable social, environmental and economic value. It includes CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy, social enterprise, impact investing, nonprofit action, public-private partnerships and purpose-led business models working together to address India's key development priorities.

OPIF builds on the 12-edition legacy of the India CSR & ESG Summit, bringing together more than 2,400 delegates in each edition and 300+ CSR, ESG and sustainability leaders every year. The forum features curated panels, workshops, roundtables, open discussions, ask-me-anything sessions, masterclasses and networking formats.

OPIF 2026 will be held from 26–28 October 2026 at Hotel Pullman, New Delhi.

OPIF is designed for CSR and ESG leaders, sustainability professionals, corporate foundations, philanthropies, family offices, government representatives, development sector organisations, NGOs, social enterprises, impact investors, researchers, consultants, academic institutions and purpose-driven professionals.

OPIF is not just a conference — it is a multi-platform forum designed for learning, collaboration, partnerships, visibility and action. It brings together multiple flagship platforms under one larger convergence architecture, creating opportunities for dialogue, discovery, networking and ecosystem-level collaboration.

The forum covers CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy, water security, river rejuvenation, public policy, social innovation, social enterprise, development partnerships, purpose-led business and impact-driven solutions — with key conversations on education and employability, livelihoods and entrepreneurship, Road Safety and Bharat, AI for Better Bharat, public health, climate resilience, inclusive development and community-led impact.

OPIF will include curated panels, workshops, roundtables, open discussions, ask-me-anything sessions, masterclasses, showcases, networking formats and partner-led conversations — designed to make the forum engaging, participatory and useful for different types of participants.

No. OPIF is relevant for both senior decision-makers and working professionals — useful for leadership teams, CSR and sustainability managers, programme teams, partnership teams, communication teams, grant-makers, researchers and implementation professionals.

Attend OPIF to understand emerging trends in CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy and social impact; meet relevant partners; discover new solutions; showcase your work; learn from practitioners; and be part of India's growing purpose economy conversation.

OPIF brings together five key platforms: India CSR & ESG Summit, India Water & Rivers Forum, India Philanthropy Forum, Purpose Expo and Doing Good for Bharat Awards — creating one powerful space for conversations and partnerships across CSR, ESG, sustainability, philanthropy, water and social innovation.

A flagship platform bringing together corporate leaders, policymakers, practitioners and changemakers to discuss CSR, sustainability, ESG and purpose-driven impact — the legacy platform from which OPIF has evolved, carrying forward 12 editions of conversations and ecosystem-building.

A platform focused on water security, river rejuvenation, integrated water resource management, climate resilience and collaborative water action — bringing together stakeholders working on conservation and responsible development.

A strategic platform for philanthropies, foundations, social enterprises, purpose-led businesses and development leaders to align around India's key development priorities, enabling deeper conversations on philanthropic capital, giving, collaboration and long-term impact.

An exhibition platform for NGOs, social enterprises, innovators, impact organisations and solution providers to showcase models, products, services and innovations, helping them gain visibility and explore partnerships with corporates, funders, foundations and government bodies.

The Doing Good for Bharat Awards recognise organisations, leaders, programmes and initiatives contributing meaningfully to India's development and purpose economy, celebrating impactful work across CSR, sustainability, social innovation, community development and purpose-led action.

Yes. NGOs, social enterprises and impact organisations can participate as delegates, exhibitors, award applicants, speakers, partners or collaborators, depending on the available opportunities and eligibility.

Yes. Corporates can participate as delegates, speakers, partners, exhibitors, award applicants, session hosts or collaborators — engaging with the wider CSR, ESG, sustainability and impact ecosystem while discovering relevant partners and models for collaboration.

Yes. OPIF welcomes participation from government departments, public institutions, missions, development agencies and policy bodies working on inclusive and sustainable development priorities.

Yes. Students, researchers and young professionals interested in CSR, ESG, sustainability, public policy, philanthropy, social enterprise or development careers may attend, subject to registration and availability.

Yes. OPIF is open to international participants, organisations and institutions interested in India's development ecosystem, CSR, sustainability, philanthropy and purpose economy.

Yes. Organisations can explore partnership opportunities based on their goals, visibility requirements, sector focus and engagement priorities. Interested organisations can connect with the OPIF partnerships team through the website.

Yes. Purpose Expo is open to relevant NGOs, social enterprises, development organisations, innovators and solution providers that wish to showcase their work, models or impact solutions to a wider audience.

Speaker nominations can be submitted through the speaker nomination section on the OPIF website. Final selection depends on relevance, theme fit, expertise, diversity and overall programme design.

Relevant organisations may be able to host or co-host sessions, workshops or masterclasses, depending on theme alignment, format suitability and available slots. Interested organisations can connect with the OPIF team for details.

You can register through the "Register Now" section on the OPIF website. Different pass categories and registration windows may be available, so participants are encouraged to register early.

Delegate passes generally provide access to sessions across the three days of OPIF. Meal access, networking dinners and residential benefits may vary depending on the pass category selected.

Yes. Residential pass options may be available for participants who want accommodation along with forum access and selected meals. Availability may be limited and subject to the registration category.

Most delegate passes provide access to the main forum sessions across the three days. Some closed-door sessions, special meetings, curated roundtables or partner-led formats may be by invitation or subject to limited capacity.

Yes. OPIF is designed to create meaningful networking and collaboration opportunities among corporates, foundations, NGOs, social enterprises, government representatives, experts, donors and impact leaders.

Yes. The agenda and session details will be shared on the OPIF website as the programme is finalised. Participants are encouraged to check the website regularly for updates.

Yes. Speaker announcements will be updated on the OPIF website as confirmations are received.

Yes. OPIF is designed to enable partnerships, knowledge exchange and collaborative action beyond the three-day forum. Many conversations initiated at the forum may lead to long-term partnerships, programmes, investments, research collaborations or implementation opportunities.

Queries related to the Doing Good for Bharat Awards can be sent to the awards team through the contact details provided on the OPIF website.

The OPIF website provides separate contact details for registration, partnerships, exhibition, speaker nominations and award-related queries. Participants and organisations can reach out to the relevant contact person listed on the website.