New Delhi: Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Champion of Change’ CSR Award at the 17th CSR Leadership Summit 2026, held at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi. The award recognises RVNL’s high-impact Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, underscoring its commitment to inclusive growth, community development, and sustainable nation-building alongside its core role in infrastructure development.
Focus on Underserved and Aspirational Districts
A key highlight of RVNL’s CSR interventions is its focus on Aspirational Districts, particularly Narainpur district in Chhattisgarh’s remote Abujhmarh region. Home to the primitive Madiya tribal community, the area has historically faced geographical isolation, socio-economic challenges, and Left Wing Extremism (LWE).
RVNL’s sustained CSR efforts in this region include initiatives aimed at education, healthcare, skill development, and livelihood promotion, reflecting a commitment to reaching underserved and project-affected communities. These impactful interventions were a major factor in RVNL receiving the award.
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Award Ceremony and Recognition
The award and certificate were presented by Mr. Rusen Kumar, Founder and Managing Editor of India CSR Network (indiacsr.in), a leading platform dedicated to CSR and sustainability. Mr. Anil Kumar Mahato, Coordinator (CSR), RVNL, received the award on behalf of the organisation.
Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Saleem Ahmad, Chairman and Managing Director, RVNL, said:
“This recognition reinforces RVNL’s conviction that infrastructure growth must be accompanied by meaningful social responsibility. Our CSR initiatives aim to create long-term value for communities, especially in underserved and project-affected regions, while aligning with national development priorities.”
About the ‘Champion of Change’ CSR Award
The ‘Champion of Change’ CSR Award honours organisations that demonstrate:
- Measurable social impact
- Strong governance and transparency
- Alignment with national priorities and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The CSR Leadership Summit provides a national platform for PSUs, corporates, policymakers, and CSR professionals to celebrate excellence in responsible and impact-driven CSR initiatives.
About RVNL
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) is a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways engaged in railway infrastructure development and modernization. Alongside its core operations, RVNL actively implements CSR projects across India, focusing on healthcare, education, skill development, and sustainable community growth, particularly in underserved and remote regions.
